Historical, Natural Haircare | Katherine Haircare

Historical hair care is the only reason I've been able to grow my dry, chin-length hair down to my tailbone.

And unfortunately, historical haircare advice seems to be pretty hard to find.

My goal for this blog is to compile all the information I've learned that has massively helped my hair health and growth, and give it to my audience in a no-nonsense collection of blogs.

If you're struggling to grow your hair, or are experiencing thinning and breakage, check out my articles below to learn how Victorian women were able to grow hair to their feet without modern products!

How to Grow Hair Faster: A Simple, Natural How-To

Struggling with slow growth? Discover how to grow hair faster naturally using a gentle 3-phase routine that supports your scalp and prevents breakage.

Feb 205 min read

Washing Hair With Clay: The Best Natural Shampoo Substitute (and How to Use It Without Damaging Your Hair)

Curious about washing hair with clay as a natural shampoo substitute? Learn how it works as a natural alternatives to shampoo, and learn how to stop potential damage before it starts!

Feb 65 min read

Real Talk on Postpartum Hair Shedding: What Actually Helps

Wondering if postpartum hair loss is unavoidable? What about hair shedding in general? In this video, I share real, gentle, simple ways of limiting postpartum hair loss. This can also help with all types of hair shedding. After my six pregnancies, I have been through all the experiences and would love to share the tips that have helped my hair not only survive, but THRIVE through postpartum.

Jan 166 min read

I Wore My Hair in Braids Every Day for 3 Months. Here's What REALLY Happened.

In this post, I'm sharing a real-life experiment: what happened when I wore my hair in braids (specifically French braids) every day for three months straight. I didn’t plan for it to become a game changer, but it has completely transformed how I care for my hair.

Dec 13, 20254 min read

What Causes Sudden Hair Loss? A Holistic Approach to Healing

What if hair loss isn’t a curse to conquer, but your body’s gentle signal for deeper care? Mine unfolded in waves—postpartum, stress, nutrient whispers—thinning strands to echoes.Hair mirrors our souls: hormonal dances, unspoken trauma, restless nights. Heal holistically: my 8-year-crafted 14-ingredient scalp oil feeds every growth phase, with massages and journaling as anchors.From chin to tailbone for me, thousands more. What’s yours saying? Dive for rituals & revelations.

Nov 7, 20253 min read

Why I Only Trust Handmade Natural Hair Care (And Where to Start)

Struggling with hair that snaps off past your shoulders? Mine did—until I learned modern haircare was sabotaging my growth. I chopped to chin length, ditched commercial products, and embraced handmade natural care. Years later, it's flowing to my tailbone, healthier than ever!If breakage or stalled growth plagues you, discover my 3 reasons to trust only handmade. Ready to heal at the root?

Oct 3, 20255 min read

Why Historical Hair Care is the Future (Not the Past)

Discover why historical hair care is the future! Learn 4 reasons why ancient practices led to longer, healthier hair with fewer products. From time-tested techniques to less consumeristic approaches, find out how to transform your hair care routine and achieve stunning results. Click to unlock the secrets of historical hair care and grow your hair like never before!

Sep 6, 20257 min read

How I Sabotaged My Own Hair Growth for Years (Without Realizing)

For 25 years, I blamed genetics for my short, fragile hair, not realizing my curly hair routine was the culprit. Wet detangling, synthetic products, and no protective styling caused breakage and stunted growth. Wet detangling alone weakened my hair by 50%! Switching to natural, historically-inspired hair care transformed my hair. Discover the 6 mistakes I made and how I fixed them in my viral blog. Try my best-selling herbal hair growth oil to unlock your hair’s potential!

Aug 9, 202511 min read