Why You Should Choose Natural Hair Care

Posted by steffanbrown on September 21st, 2018

Whether you have straight, thin hair or naturally thick, curly locks, ditching the chemical-laden shampoos and conditioners in your shower is probably a good idea. As we become more aware of the damage to our environment and the potential health hazards of using beauty products that contain unknown and unregulated ingredients, more and more people are turning to organic and natural hair care products. Here are some good reasons to go green when it comes to hair care.

Consider Your Health

Have you ever really looked at the ingredients listed on the back of your shampoo bottle? If you’re using bargain brand shampoo the list is probably long and full of words that you cannot pronounce. Many hair care products are full of chemicals and additives that are not regulated and can be dangerous to your health. Substances common in beauty products have been discovered to cause cancer, reproductive harm, and other serious health issues. Parabens, sulfates, and phthalates are all substances you want to avoid in your hair care products. While many traditional products are beginning to tout “natural” ingredients, make sure you always look at the ingredient list. While there may be some natural ingredients, if there’s still a long list of synthetic chemicals, stay away.

Get the Healthiest Hair Possible

If you think that going natural will mean sacrificing style and beauty, think again. Taking care of your hair naturally is actually much healthier for your hair in the long run. You’ll find your hair is stronger, longer, and more nourished after changing to a natural hair care regimen. If you have naturally curly hair, it’s particularly important to avoid all the additives in traditional hair care products and stick with natural ingredients. Ingredients like sulfates (used to create that rich foamy lather) strip the hair of nutrients and moisture, leaving your hair dehydrated and brittle. The truth is, all the foam isn’t doing anything to clean your hair. You can get clean hair without a bunch of lather, and your hair will thank you for it by becoming stronger, shinier, and sleeker.

Look for Quality Ingredients

So now you might know what you don’t want in a hair care product, but then what do you look for? You want quality natural ingredients that will hydrate, nourish, and enhance your hair. Oils are a key ingredient in top natural hair care products. Coconut, jojoba, Moroccan, shea butter, and sunflower oils are all common in quality products. Many kinds of oils might be present; the important thing is that some kind of hydrating oil is included. Vitamin E is another great ingredient to look for. Also look for products that contain natural perfumes like  essential oils or herbal extracts instead of synthetic fragrances. It might take some trial and error to discover the best natural hair care products for your hair type and style, but once you do, your health, hair, and even the environment will be better off.