Now it is very difficult to find cosmetics that do not harm our hair and skin. Increasingly, women began to study in more detail the composition of the necessary product and avoid such a component as demethicone, which means that there is silicone in the composition. Why is it bad for hair? Today we will talk about all its advantages and disadvantages, and also display a list of shampoos without it.
What does "silicone free shampoo" mean
Shampoos without chemicals are very difficult to find, they can only be obtained on order or created on your own. But still, shampoos without silicone and parabens are found on store shelves, a list of those will be presented below. This is a big breakthrough in cosmetology, and now it is possible to cause minimal damage to the hair even when washing your hair. So, probably everyone knows about parabens and sulfates. What is silicone and why is it added to shampoos?
The first thing I want to note is that the silicone in the shampoo is not a piece of rubber, but a substance that allows you to make the product thicker. How is it useful and harmful for hair?
- Added to shampoo to thicken.
- For volume.
- For shine.
- For thermal protection while styling.
- Seals split ends and damaged hair along its entire length.
You ask: "Is that bad?" No, it's just great, but you can't use this shampoo all the time. Silicone creates a film on the hair, tightly "sits down" between the scales, and the curls are simply deprived of oxygen. As a result, you get dry, lifeless, faded hair, from which precious hair will begin to fall out.
So, silicone-free shampoos are a free breath of hair, their he alth and strength.
"Chemical" shampoos
Chemical ingredients added to detergents have a detrimental effect on the scalp and the lipid barrier of the hair is broken. Because of this, the curls look unattractive, the hair begins to fall out, split, break, the hair becomes dull and dry.
Sulfates and parabens, among other things, have a detrimental effect not only on the hair. They tend to accumulate under the skin, and then penetrate into the bloodstream, which leads to serious he alth problems.
Sodium lauryl sulfate and ammonium lauryl sulfate are the most common ingredients in many detergents, but few people know that they are also the most toxic.
Sodium laureth sulfate is also a surfactant and can be found in shampoos, but it's not as dangerous and generally doesn't cause serious problems.
Products containing sulfates lather well andquickly cope with pollution, but long-term use of such products is not recommended by cosmetologists and dermatologists. The fact is that with constant use, the scalp becomes very dry, itching may appear, the condition of the hair will deteriorate. But such shampoos are popular, as they are very attractive.
And yet, many women began to choose natural shampoos for hair without silicone, sulfates and parabens. They note that when they switched to such products, the hair literally came to life, became obedient, soft, acquired a he althy shine and did not lose volume even without silicone in the composition.
Benefits of Silicone, Paraben & Sulfate Free Hair Wash
Silicone-free and sulfate-free shampoos, created using organic products, almost never cause allergies. They also do not cause itching, which occurs with prolonged use of shampoo with artificial ingredients.
We get used to shampoos with silicone, because if they are not used, the hair stops shining and loses volume. This is normal, because they get sick, and silicone is just a mask that hides the plea of curls for help under it. Use silicone-free shampoos, and soon the natural shine will return to the hair, the hair will stop breaking and falling out. Of course, the result will have to wait, the head and hair must get used to the new remedy and learn to breathe again.
It is worth noting that the effect will be noticeable in about a month. Afterthe first procedures, the hair seems dull, but this is not so, we already wrote about the silicone mask.
Don't expect heavy lather if you opt for a paraben and sulfate free product. Natural shampoo will not smell as bright as "chemical" products.
Composition of natural shampoos
Many people will ask what is contained in the funds so that they are effective? We offer to consider the composition of a real natural shampoo:
- Soft detergent base.
- Natural surfactant derived from tropical fruits.
- Betaines.
- Di- and monoglycerides of fatty acids.
- Citric or sorbic acid, replacing preservatives.
The packaging of natural shampoos should have special signs indicating the natural composition.
We offer you to get acquainted with the most popular detergents for hair. We have compiled a list of products that are more affordable.
Cies
Affordable Cies Shampoo. All types of silicone are produced without silicone. The secret of professional care is that the curls look shiny and voluminous without a weighting component. In addition to silicone, Cies shampoos do not contain harmful sulfates and parabens. What is stored in the composition?
- keratin complex is aimed at restoring hair, giving volume;
- thermoactive oils nourish curls, giveshining glitter;
- microelements necessary for the he alth of not only the hair, but also the scalp.
Besides this, "Ciez" is endowed with a pleasant aroma. Of course, it does not smell like cornflowers, the smell is cosmetic, but not sharp, does not evoke associations with a chemistry room.
You can buy shampoo of this brand at a price of 250 to 450 rubles per bottle.
Reviews about "Ciez"
Reviews of silicone-free shampoos "Cies" are mostly positive. They write that these products perfectly cleanse the curls and scalp, do not cause itching (it is "Cies" that is recommended by girls who have irritation on other shampoos), add volume. Hair after washing is silky, manageable and crumbly.
There are also negative comments. Women claim that their hair is frizzy and looks messy after using it. There are also reviews that this silicone-free shampoo dries out hair.
Grandma Agafia's Recipes
This shampoo is produced in Russia and is not as expensive as its imported counterparts. The manufacturer claims that "Grandma Agafya's Recipes" are enriched with vitamins, oils, minerals that have a beneficial effect on the hair.
Reviews of girls say that even the most damaged hair is restored, becomes elastic, soft and shiny.
Shampoos do not contain sulfates, silicone and parabens. They are created on the basis of melt water, which can refresh hair. The recipe is notable for the fact that shampoos are infused withSiberian herbs. The composition also contains mild surfactants that create a light foam when washed, but do not injure the hair structure.
Women in the comments claim that this shampoo washes hair and scalp perfectly, smells of herbs, but not harshly. All consumers are pleased with the democratic price of the product, it averages 100-150 rubles.
Logona
Logona's silicone-free shampoos are made in Germany and have become a hit with women around the world.
The brand offers all the necessary hair care products, and they are all therapeutic and preventive. If you decide to try this brand of shampoo, then pay attention to the manufacturer's recommendations. There are means to eliminate excessive oily or dry hair, to combat dandruff, to restore damaged and brittle curls. All formulations are different, but one thing unites: the absence of sulfates, parabens and silicone.
Feedback from girls who have experienced the effect of Logona, only positive. They praise a wide range, which is aimed at combating an individual problem, and a natural composition. They write that the aroma is practically not noticeable, there is little foam, but over time you get used to this amount after using the shampoo for a month. The result pleased everyone, but there is a minus of funds - the cost of one bottle is about 700 rubles.
Natura Siberika
Another representative of the Russiancosmetic industry. The packaging states that the shampoos are free of silicone, sulfates and parabens. It is organic and does not even contain mineral oils.
The recipe is based on extracts of useful herbs, in the composition you can see nettle, Siberian fir, elfin cedar, yarrow, mountain ash, chamomile, oak bark, elecampane, milk thistle, sea buckthorn oil. All plant components for the production of shampoos are collected in ecologically clean areas of the Far East and Siberia.
Synthetic substances are kept to a minimum in shampoos, so it is almost impossible to become allergic only if it manifests itself in one of the plant components.
Shampoo without silicone "Natura Siberica" gently cleanses hair and skin, gives the hair shine, he alth, saturates with useful substances. It costs an average of 300 rubles, which is quite inexpensive for such a tool.
Reviews about shampoo "Natura Siberica"
Numerous reviews of girls are only positive. They claim that the shampoo is endowed with a pleasant, "fluffy" texture, delicate aroma. It gently cleanses the hair, after washing off there is a feeling that they used a balm, so the hair becomes fluffy, smooth and soft. It is also written that with the constant use of this shampoo, there is no need to wash your hair often.
There are also reviews that praise the shampoo, listing all sorts of advantages, but make a note that some types dry the scalp. Therefore, carefully choose a product based on the type of hair andskin, do not use shampoo designed for oily hair to wash dry and thin.
Conclusion
At the end of our article, I would like to write that we already do not live in the best environment, sometimes we eat junk food, we have little rest. All this affects our hair. The choice, of course, is yours, but we advise you to rid your hair of at least one problem - harmful shampoo.
