How to choose a hair shampoo
Shampoo is one of the most important and basic hair care products. That is why it is so important to properly approach his choice, to look for the most appropriate means. Each of us can use only a certain type of shampoo. With the wrong choice of cosmetics dandruff appears, as well as the characteristic itch, curls are weakened and their loss increases. With too dry strands, the surface of the scalp also becomes dry, problems with hair become unavoidable.
Main functions
If you choose the right shampoo, most of the issues related to the health of the hair will be resolved. When choosing a cosmetic product should first focus on the type of hair and the frequency of its use.
The most important function of the hair cleanser is to give them a fresh look, as well as maintain a healthy state of the locks. Hair care cosmetics should cleanse the scalp of impurities, tone strands, remove various impurities, silicone.
Additionally, the shampoo should contribute to the preservation of fluid and keratin, increase the elasticity of the curls, protect the cuticles. By means of means for washing of hair it is possible to minimize static electricity. Some cosmetics combined with balms and rinses, so you can treat a little curls.
It is important that in the end the hair is not just attractive and filled with shine, but also filled with health. Some types of shampoos even stimulate hair growth, improve blood circulation, enrich with vitamins.
How to choose?
The cosmetic market is simply oversaturated with the amount of hair care products. Usually, the number of brands and types of shampoos scatter eyes, so it is always difficult to choose the appropriate option.
Before buying, you need to decide on what type of your curls are.
This problem can be solved by a test prepared by experts - for example, in the nearest beauty salon. If this is not possible, then you can decide for yourself.
The most easily recognizable type is bold. A characteristic brilliance appears on the strands in a short period of time. Often, the owners of such hair are forced to wash their hair once a day or two days, which causes inconvenience and discomfort. Dry hair is too hard, difficult to comb.
What is suitable for the fat type?
Those whose hair is greasy are better suited for hair washing products that match the structure of the curls. Shampoo should not just wash your hair well, but also relieve them of the characteristic shine. Cosmetics should be suitable for daily use. Aggressive chemical components are necessarily excluded from the composition of such a means for washing hair, because they wash off all the existing fat on the scalp.
Natural elements (oak bark, sage, mint) will help normalize the sebaceous glands. The presence of antibacterial substances also puts shampoo in a number of priorities.
What is suitable for dry and dyed hair?
A prerequisite for dry scalp is the choice of shampoo, which is designed exclusively for dry hair type. It is important that in the care agent there are components that strengthen and moisturize the structure of the curls. If you are going to buy a product, you need to make sure that it is suitable in composition. Honey, calendula and chamomile are plants, the presence of which is desirable in the composition of the shampoo.
For dyed and damaged hair, you should choose products for thorough care. Such cosmetics should not cause irritation of the scalp. It contributes to the preservation of the selected color.After use, the curls should come to life. The appearance of elasticity suggests that shampoo quality. An additional advantage could be UV protection. The same recommendations should be followed for melirovanny hair.
What comes up with dandruff?
If dermatitis occurs, you should contact your doctor. Focusing on his recommendations, you will need to purchase a product for washing hair with a healing effect. The most common causes of dandruff include the presence of fungus, as a result - the rapid contamination of the hair.
Cosmetics that actively fight dermatitis must contain bifonazole, tar, or salicylic acid.
Harmful and beneficial ingredients
Means for washing hair can have both useful and harmful substances. The most important thing when choosing cosmetic products is a safe approach. It should not harm the hair, good tools help.
In the market of modern products for the care of curls most of the funds is composed of a chemical basis. Only a small amount (from 5 to 10 percent) is based on natural ingredients. The main thing in this matter is that the components are combined with each other.
The most beneficial substances include panthenol, collagen, vitamin A and E, keratin and herbal extracts.
Panthenol makes hair lighter, it covers them with an invisible coating. Vitamins help supply the scalp with essential substances, they contribute to the development of hair follicles. Thanks to them, it is also possible to avoid excessive drying of the scalp, to give the curls a "lively" shine. Collagen helps to retain moisture on curls, lifts them from the roots. Extracts of various herbs tone up the hair structure, saturate it with useful substances, some help to clean the dermis in a short time.
To restore hair, experts recommend additionally using a hair mask. So curls will receive the necessary protection from external influences and will better maintain their shape.
The following substances should be avoided in the shampoo: butyloxytoluene, laureth sulfate and silicones. The first two components prevent the oxidation of fats, as a result of which the hair loses its liveliness and becomes dry. Often there is an allergy, there are unpleasant feelings. Silicones make hair split, hair becomes heavier. The hair is smoothed, a feeling of their healthy appearance is created, but this is a visual deception.
Sulphate free
Such products for the care of curls have recently become particularly popular. In the trend of natural beauty and the absence of chemistry, including in cosmetics.
The distinguishing sign of such a product - the letters SLS. The main thing is to be extremely attentive, as manufacturers often play with words and can write that cosmetics for washing hair does not contain SLS. This is quite the opposite effect. It is important to carefully study the label before buying.
Soft cleaners of plant origin are the main components in these shampoos. Due to this composition, there is no characteristic itch on the skin, the hair is always clean, it is not necessary to rinse the curls so often that they look fresh. In most cases, the need for frequent washing of the head is associated with poor-quality composition of care products for curls. Shampoo with SLS It contains exclusively natural ingredients - for example, extracts and extracts of medicinal plants, oils and aloe.
Such cosmetics should be chosen according to the following principles:
- Natural cosmetic cost a lot of money.
- Low price, if the product is not at a discount, must necessarily alert the buyer.
- Foam indicates a low quality and high sulphate content. This shampoo should have a liquid form (without foaming).
It is better to choose brands that have been tested by time.A new product may have an attractive composition on the label, but it does not yet have a reputation. It is possible that the components may not correspond to reality (or it will not be the effect described on the packaging).
The main advantages of shampoos, which are not composed of sulphates, include a mild cleansing of the hair and scalp, the absence of irritation and discomfort. Such means give strands a more healthy appearance, restore their structure, retain color when dyed. Additionally, cosmetics have a positive effect on hair growth.
Sulfate-containing headwash products also have a number of minor drawbacks. They do not wash out the silicones and other products that were used for styling. Owners of long and thick strands will be forced to wash them several times. It is worth preparing for the fact that the consumption of such a shampoo will be more than usual. Another drawback - the curls long wean from chemistry and adapt to shampoos, which are based on only natural ingredients.
How not to make a mistake with the choice?
If you are going to buy a cosmetic, you need to carefully study the reviews about it. The brands checked by a large number of buyers have a good reputation, so they can be safely bought.
The second thing you should pay attention to is the individual characteristics of a person, his habits (and even the weather conditions of a certain area). For girls or men who are used to washing their hair often, shampoos are better suited for regular use. If the city is constantly unstable weather and curls have to be laid daily, then the sulphate-free shampoos may not be suitable, since they do not completely wash off the chemical basis. If there are serious problems with the surface of the scalp, it is recommended to consult a dermatologist before purchasing cosmetics.
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