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Can a once daily, 5 minute vigorous scalp massage cause damage or permanent hair loss? can massaging too frequently be damaging or lead to hair loss?
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Scalp care: Generally a scalp massage is very good for hair care, but why do it so vigorously?
Answered 4/13/2019
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