More and more people are switching to natural products. We are increasingly aware of all harmful substances in different care products, and so also in shampoo. A natural shampoo Is a shampoo without junk, without chemicals; A shampoo created by mother nature. If you have not yet studied the ins and outs of a natural shampoo, then you are now in the right place. Time for some floor.
What is a natural shampoo?
With a natural shampoo you can, just like a regular shampoo, wash dirty and fat from your hair. However, those regular shampoos contain chemicals such as sulfates, parabens, silicones and so on. That beautiful rich foam layer in your shampoo is often caused by these substances. These substances also ensure that you get a certain layer over your hair, which makes it shine. Now we hear you think "nice right?", But no. In the long term, these substances will ensure that your hair will dry out.
A natural shampoo has the same goal: cleaning your hair. But not with aggressive ingredients. Your hair will be cleaned in a mild way, but you will not see that rich foam layer in the shampoo. Your hair is intensely nourished and cared for. In the long term you can expect healthier hair, a healthier scalp and often more hair growth. So leave that chemical foam layer out.
There is not one kind of natural shampoo. The function can, just like a normal shampoo, varying. For example, you have a natural shampoo bar (the environment will be happy with you), a natural anti -rose shampoo, a natural hair loss shampoo, etc. So in addition to being very sweet to your hair, they fortunately also have other positive functions.
Which ingredients you should avoid?
We just talked about all the wolves in sheep clothes: the chemicals. Time to mention a list that you want to avoid from now on in your shampoo.
Silicone
The ultimate traitor. In the short term, Silicones ensure that your hair will shine nicely and it is nice and combable. The treacherous thing about this is that your hair will look healthy, but it is not. Silicone will accumulate in your hair because it is difficult to wash. The result? Lifeless hair that can no longer absorb nutrients.
Silicones are not often mentioned in the ingredient list as "silicone". They are often mentioned with words that end up -cone, -conol or -siloxane. Then you know what to avoid.
Sulphates
Sulfates will clean your hair in an aggressive way, so that not only dirt is removed, but also natural fats. You already get it, your hair will get dry in the long term. You also need palm oil for sulfates, and that does not exactly make the environment happy.
Pay attention to abbreviations with sulfates if SLS, Ales and -sulfosuccinate.
Paraben
Parabens have one function in Shampoos, and that is that they stay longer for longer. Many people have a slight allergic reaction to parabens and therefore this ingredient has been much discredited. So just avoid.
Alcohol
Alcohol can dry your hair considerably and also cause fluffy hair. It is often added as an ingredient so that it can shorten the drying time of your hair.
Not all ingredients with alcohol are bad, but the ones you want to avoid are these: Alcohol Denat, SD alcohol, ethanol, Isopropyl and Porpanol alcohol.
Perfume
You probably understand it, perfume ensures that your shampoo smells nice. Perfume is not necessarily harmful, but it can evoke a lot of irritation or even allergies. Certainly when you have a sensitive scalp, you want to avoid perfume in your shampoo.
Simply avoid all the ingredients with "Fragrance"and separate added fragrances such as citronellole, geraniol, Hexyl Cinnamal, limonene, linalole or lysmeral.
Mineral oils
Mineral oils ensure that a layer is laid over your hair. That way your hair retains moisture. The annoying thing about this is that this layer can build up and was difficult to wash out of your hair. The result of this is therefore lifeless hair because your hair can no longer absorb healthy nutrients.
Note the ingredients paraffinum liquidum and petroleum.
What are the benefits of a natural shampoo?
A natural shampoo will have different benefits than a regular shampoo. A few are listed below.
- Your scalp will be fed instead of dried out
- The natural oils will not be stripped out of your hair
- Your hair will gradually become stronger and healthier
- Every wash will be fed intensely with healthy ingredients your hair and scalp
- Your hair will be cleaned in a wild way from dirt and excess fat
- A natural shampoo is not only healthier for you, but also a lot better for the environment
- Irritations, allergic reactions or itching will be a thing of the past
- In the long term, your hair will no longer get a rose because your scalp has been made healthy
- Your hair will be less fat
- Your hair will become healthier, shinier and fuller in the long run
Switch to a natural shampoo
And now the tricky point, the point that makes some people drop out again. You have to be patient to switch to a natural shampoo. Your shampoo will not respond as a chemical shampoo. Because you get little foam you often grab 3 times as much shampoo and this is not necessary at all. The shampoo does its job, you just see it less well.
You also have to understand that your hair and scalp are busy with a true detox. This makes it possible for your hair to feel a little drier or that you get rose. But believe us: continue for a moment. Your scalp and hair become healthy again, the longer you keep trust in your natural shampoo. In the end you have no chemical shit in your hair and your scalp gets the chance to slurice that superfood smoothie into your shampoo.
Tips to make the switch to natural shampoo easier
To give you extra confidence in the switch from regular shampoo to natural shampoo, we have some tips for you.
- Mix your old shampoo with your natural shampoo. In this way the transition is more gradual, so you have less chance of crazy side effects such as rose or a dry haircut
- First rinse your hair twice long when you are used to. Because you don't see a foam, it is possible that you have not washed all the shampoo from your hair, so continue to rinse for longer!
- Brush your hair daily. In this way you spread the natural oils of your hair, giving your hair more chance to absorb the healthy ingredients from a natural shampoo
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Also start using a natural conditioner, This is how you condition your hair with nourishing ingredients
Our favorite natural shampoos
Of course we have a lot of natural shampoos in the house! What is the best natural shampoo depends on your own preferences. One man wants a vegan shampoo and the other again a natural anti-hair loss shampoo. So look especially at your own preferences.
But, as you are used to from us, we naturally also have our own favorites. And how silly would it be if we didn't share it with you?
1. Hanz de Fuko Natural Shampoo
Made from pure plant extracts with more than 10 amino acids. This organic shampoo ensures that your hair becomes extremely healthy with a healthy, natural shine. Your hair will become stronger, thicker and more manageable.
2. Shear Revival Loom Shampoo
This nourishing, soft and moisturizing shampoo will provide a healthy scalp and healthy hair. Your scalp is calmed while your hair elasticity is now promoting. This shampoo will help to prevent rose and restore damaged hair.
3. Doers of London Shampoo
This organic shampoo has been compiled to strengthen your hair, give a natural shine and make your scalp healthy. Due to natural shampoo without chemicals is suitable for all hair and skin types.
If you still have questions about the use of natural shampoos, please feel free to contact us. We are happy to help you find the perfect natural shampoo. You know where to find us!
Good Luck My Lads,
Your friends, The Alpha Men