From Root to Recovery exists to resolve a gap in patient care. Upon physical and mental illness, autoimmune condition, or emergency, a patient’s priorities understandably lie within their condition. With the intense emotions and stress that come with this, physical appearance becomes difficult to maintain. Many of us use our physical appearances and personal grooming habits to create a sense of self. Our hair in particular, is rooted in culture, self-expression, and wellbeing. Our mission is to make personal grooming, specifically haircare, accessible for all patients. Regardless of illness, stage of life, or hair type, everyone deserves to look their best during difficult times. 

Our leadership team has firsthand experience with inpatients from hospital environments; through university, volunteer work, and clinical research. Over the years, we have noticed how many of these patients were unable to take care of their hair due to lack of support, physical or mental disability/illness, or sudden life changes.