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Natural shampoos are nothing new, it's just that, now we're all acting more environmentally responsibly (yay), there's way more of them about. You might not be that fussed about cleansing your strands in clean formulas - but, before you hit the back button, hear us out.
Natural shampoos aren't just good for the environment - they're actually really good for your hair, too. Take curly hair, for example. It tends to be drier than other hair types, and so is more prone to dullness, breakage and split ends. Chemicals found in regular shampoos, like sulfates and parabens, are included because of their cleaning abilities, but unfortunately, they're a curly girls worst enemy.
While they rid your hair of grease and grime, they also strip away all of the natural oils that keep your curls hydrated and shiny. The same goes for bleached hair. These chemicals lift the colour, causing it to fade faster, and meaning that your nice bright blonde is likely to become a brassy yellow, way faster than you had planned.
There are so many other reasons why you should consider making the switch to natural shampoos - really, we've only touched the surface. So, whether you're a seasoned natural shampoo-er or you're a curious do-gooder - we suggest giving these brilliant formulas a chance and getting them on your radar (and in your basket), pronto.
Briogeo Don't Despair, Repair! Super Moisture Shampoo
The holy grail for strands that are STRESSED, this has racked up an insane amount of 5-star reviews, thanks to the clever, combined shampoo-mask formula, which is the ultimate, intensive treatment. It is so rich and nourishing, it hydrates (like a conditioner), yet still manages to deep clean, leaving your hair silky smooth and shiny AF after every wash. It's the only shampoo I keep going back to.
Finally - a boujee bottle, without the hefty price tag. Cult perfumer Le Labo has created a premium perfume and shampoo hybrid - one that helps protect, restore and boost hair growth, thanks to rosemary leaf, rice extract and macadamia. Dreams. It's especially great for the dreaded post-holiday parched hair.
Redken Nature + Science Extreme Shampoo
Been a tad OTT with the straighteners/bleach lately (guilty)? No probs, this protein enriched shampoo will bring your battered, broken hair back to life before you even have the chance to say split ends. It restructures and rebuilds with each wash and after time, you'll notice less breakage and have healthier, stronger strands.
KORRES Natural Laurel and Echinacea Shampoo for Dry Scalp and Dandruff
Often, chemicals exasperate scalp conditions like dandruff and dryness, so opt for a gentle formula instead. Korres' offering, is specifically targeted to difficult scalps. It rebalances sebum, moisture levels and reduces irritation and flakes in a flash. In fact, after 15 days it is clinically proven to reduce the build up of dead skin by 88%. Impressive.
We Are Paradoxx Super Natural Shampoo
Flying the flag for environmentally conscious haircare, Paradox are a totally eco brand - everything from their 100% plastic free packaging, to their cruelty-free, organic ingredient, puts the planet first. Suitable for all hair types, it has an all-star ingredient line up, including babassu oil, matcha green tea, ginseng and peppermint.
Maui Moisture Curl Quench + Coconut Oil Shampoo
Did you know that curly hair is more easily tamed by natural products? Namely, because they're from from sulfates and parabens - ingredients that strip the hair of its natural oils and make it more frizzy and unmanageable. Built on a base of pure aloe vera juice, rather than chemically treated water, there's also a nourishing blend of coconut oil and papaya butter, to soften and hydrate curls.
Noughty Blondie Locks Blonde Enhancing Shampoo
Keep your blonde bright - never brassy, with this all-natural neutraliser. Packed full of 11 restorative amino acids, lemon peel and chamomile extract, it smells like honeycomb and gets your tresses in tip top colour condition, ASAP.
Gaby is the Senior Beauty Writer here at Cosmopolitan.com/UK. Her favourite hobbies include sleeping, eating cake till she can't move and uncontrollably hoarding beauty products.
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