The interest in natural and organic products has been growing during the last few years. And it seems that this trend will continue, especially when it comes to cosmetics.
If you are part of this group that wants to switch your regular shampoo and hair products for more natural versions, but don’t know where to start, we are here for you.
This article will be your guide to understand the advantages of using natural hair products!
What are natural cosmetics
You might be wondering what exactly is a natural cosmetic, what is so special about it and why you should choose it. Well, we’re here to answer all your questions.
The conception of what natural is can be really subjective. Some chemicals are necessary to make cosmetics more effective, and it doesn’t mean that they are harmful for your hair and skin. However, finding a balance is important, so a rich formula with plant extracts is always beneficial.
[1]https://chemistscorner.com/what-is-a-natural-cosmetic/
So, if you are looking for more natural cosmetics, try to look for products that use raw ingredients, like oils and botanical extracts. They tend to be more nourishing and have a milder and more delicate formula.
When buying a shampoo, for example, pay attention to its main ingredients – and give priority if they have a rich formula in plants and fruits extracts. Avoiding strong surfactants is also a great idea, since their cleansing properties can be too aggressive for some hair types and make them dry.
Benefits of natural cosmetics
As you can presume, these milder formulas tend to be less aggressive, being great for sensitive people with allergies and intolerant hair/skin. Here are some other special benefits that natural cosmetics can provide you:
Being safe
Just like mentioned above, in these cosmetics the formula is milder, and not having strong and synthetic ingredients (like fragrances) is fantastic for people with allergies or sensitive skin.
Being good for the environment
Some synthetic components are harmful to the environment. Natural formulas are not only gentler to you, but also gentler when it comes to environmental impact.
Being cruelty free
Animal testing is still a reality. However, not all brands test in animals – and brands that invest in more natural cosmetics tend to not do animal testing, being cruelty free. Plus, many of these natural cosmetics also have a completely vegan composition.
Ingredients to avoid
If you want to invest in natural cosmetics and ingredients, there are also some ingredients that you might want to avoid. Here are some examples:
- Petrolatum
- Formaldehyde-releasing preservatives
- Sodium Laureth Sulfate
- Strong fragrances (parfum)
- Parabens
- Coal tar dyes
- BHA and BHT
- DEA-related ingredients
- Dibutyl phthalate
- PEG compounds
- Triclosan
- Siloxanes
[2]https://davidsuzuki.org/queen-of-green/dirty-dozen-cosmetic-chemicals-avoid/
Now you know what differentiates natural cosmetics from other products and how to pick them.
If you are looking for natural cosmetics with authentic Brazilian ingredients, check Metro Brazil’s website and guarantee the best products for your hair!
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