Today we will talk about the features of sulfate and sulfate-free shampoos. Now, in the wake of the popularity of natural cosmetics, many brands are revising the usual composition of cosmetics and shampoos. They remove individual components that are more anxious to consumers, or change their percentage in the composition.

For example, sodium lauryl and laureth sulfate. These are surfactants (surfactants) that promote cleansing and foaming. It is these substances that are found in cleansers, shampoos and even in toothpaste, and they are quite strong allergens that cause dryness and irritation. The higher the concentration of these components in the composition of the used product and the longer it is in contact with the skin, the higher the risk of an allergic reaction.




Many experts argue that these surfactants are not very dangerous. However, for those people who have scalp hypersensitivity, it is better to replace them with sulfate-free shampoos. Instead of sulfates, they contain components responsible for purity, sulfosuccinates and other substances that are obtained from plant materials.

In addition to sulfate-free shampoos, there are organic shampoos made from plant extracts and oils. These shampoos are also free of parabens, fragrances and chemical emulsifiers. What are the components responsible for cleansing? These are soap nut extract, corn starch and potato starch derivatives, and coconut oil derivatives.

Using these shampoos, we will keep our hair supple, shiny and silky. All these herbal extracts also create a conditioning effect. However, here we can meet with some disadvantages. One serving or even two servings of such a shampoo for cleansing is not enough, it may take three, that is, the product is consumed much faster. And besides this, it is impossible to assure that there will be no allergies anywhere and never.



If you're just starting out with organic shampoos, then opt for less expensive and low volume products. Organic shampoos from Russian manufacturers sometimes outperform more expensive European products.



Organic shampoos are available at professional cosmetics stores, beauty salons, and pharmacies. Their quality is confirmed by a certificate.

The following brands are considered popular:

Avalon Organics, USA
Logona Natur Сosmetic, Germany
Schwarzkopf Professional, Germany
Lavera, Germany
Weleda, Switzerland
L'Oreal Professional Delicate Color, France
Cocochoco, Israel
Himalaya Herbals, India
Kapous Professional, Italy

Among the available Russian hair shampoos, the most popular are NaturaSiberica and Mulsan Cosmetic. The compositions of their cosmetics are considered one of the best, as they do not contain harmful ingredients.

Organic shampoos have a gentle cleaning base, they maintain the natural pH balance of the scalp, they are free from synthetic additives and silicones. Vegetable oils and other natural ingredients gradually eliminate all acquired defects and provide smoothness, elasticity and shine to the hair.

The fact that the shampoo is organic is confirmed on the packaging by the icon of one of the certificates, for example, BDIH, AUSTRIA Bio, Cosmos Organic, Ecocert, ICEA, Soil Association, USDA, Natural Products Association, NaTrue, NSF, Australian Certified Organic, EcoGaranti, DEMETER ...