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5 Common Synthetics Found in Most Hair Care Products
Sulfates. Silicones. Parabens. Phthalates. PEGs. Synthetic fragrances and dyes. Phenoxyethanol. Formaldehyde and formaldehyde donors. Petroleum and petroleum-derived ingredients. Mineral oils. Propylene glycol.
Do any of these sound familiar?
If you’ve recently read a label on your hair care products, that list probably induced a bout of déjà vu.
Toxins in Hair Products And What They Do
You’re probably familiar with a few of the toxins in hair products, as they’ve recently been under increased scrutiny. Many bottles now tout a large paraben- or sulfate-free label for this reason. And that’s a great start! But what about all the other harmful chemicals found on the ingredient lists of your shampoo, conditioner, and other hair care products?
Here are five common synthetics found in hair care products.
- Parabens
- Sulfates
- Propylene glycols
- Propylene glycols
- Formaldehyde or formaldehyde donors
- Synthetic fragrances
So what’s a person who wants beautiful, healthy hair that’s full of life to do?
The Benefits Of Natural Hair Care
The truth is you don’t need synthetic chemicals and additives to get the hair you’re looking for.
A common misconception is that organic or natural hair care products aren’t as effective as synthetic alternatives or don’t offer as luxurious an experience as their popular counterparts. While having a better understanding of toxins and what they actually do to your hair debunks that myth.
Let’s get into the benefits of natural hair care.
- You’ll be leaving chemical effects behind. Without toxins in your hair products, you’ll be walking away from negative effects they could have on your hair and household.
- You’ll be leaving chemical effects behind. Without toxins in your hair products, you’ll be walking away from negative effects they could have on your hair and household.
- Natural hair care means healthier skin. Natural hair care products use nourishing ingredients like shea butter and coconut oil that increase the health of your scalp and skin. Less flake and buildup and itch, more ahhhhhhh.
- You can embrace long-term healthy hair from root to tip. Many popular shampoos and conditioners yield great results, for a while. But before long, using the same synthetic products will leave your hair lifeless, dull, and weak. Clean hair products use natural ingredients to truly strengthen your hair.
- Trips to the salon become less frequent. They’re less necessary. Natural hair care products don’t strip your hair of their color like some synthetic shampoos and conditioners.
- Fragrance becomes a guilt-free word. Rather than relying on artificial chemicals to provide an overwhelming scent, doTERRA natural hair products are infused with high-quality essential oils that lend fresh, clean, and natural perfume to your hair care experience.
- You become the environment’s ally. Natural and organic hair care products take better care of the planet.
- today and experience the difference saying #hellonature can make!
The choice is clear—instead of stripping your hair with toxins, strip your hair care regimen of synthetic ingredients by making the switch to nourishing and natural hair care products that really work.
doTERRA Natural Hair Care Trio
doTERRA offers a clean, healthy, and natural hair care line. Designed to be used every day, the doTERRA Hair Care Trio harnesses the power of natural ingredients like quinoa protein, shea butter, and CPTG® essential oils to provide a lightweight, strengthening, nourishing, and luxurious experience.
The doTERRA Protecting Shampoo leaves your hair strong, shiny, and full of life, while the doTERRA Daily Conditioner naturally nourishes for a buildup-free and silky texture. Plus, the moisture-locking and heat-protecting formula of the doTERRA Leave-In Conditioner is enough to keep all hair types happy, day in and day out. Its incredible scent is made with an intoxicating blend of Wild Orange, Lime, Blue Tansy, and Magnolia essential oils, as well as osmanthus extract.
Ditching synthetic chemicals and making the switch to natural, healthy hair care is a no-brainer. Grab your
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