Natural Hair Care Products

By Author: Dr. G. Purdom
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You need to be bit alarmed when it comes to buy natural hair products. There are many organization which specialize in selling such products. But before making the final purchasing decision, you need to consider the certain set of factors.

If you've made the decision, recently, to start using natural hair products you must have encountered a great quantity of products displayed on the shelves. It must be a very confusing time for you because each of these products promises so many miracles for your hair. So how do you go about about selecting the right product to suit your specific needs? First, you need to correctly identify your hair type. Does it frizz a lot, is it curly and if its curly are they loose or tight curls? Is your hair thick and heavy or is it thin and light? Once you have done this the next steps will become easier. The most important thing to remember is that everyone is unique and what works for someone else might not necessarily work for you. You will end up using several products before finding the most suitable one for you.

Next time you go to the store, take time to read the information on ...
... the package. There are so many ingredients listed and some can be potentially harmful while some are beneficial. Some of the common ingredients you should avoid are Sodium Laurel or Lauryl Sulfate because they can break down the skin's moisture barrier, easily penetrate the skin and also cause other chemicals to easily penetrate your skin. Propylene glycol has the potential to cause the deterioration of the protein and cellular structure of ethnic hair. Other ingredients to avoid are isopropyl alcohol, polyethylene glycol and sulfates.

So, now you must be wondering what would be good for your hair. Look for products that will help your hair to retain moisture. Products that are high in fatty acids are good because they act as an emollient which seals moisture in the hair. Shea butter and coconut oil are perfectly suited for this. Aloe vera is also good because it promotes hair growth and improves the condition of your scalp. Jojoba extract acts as a strong humectant -meaning, it will attract and bind water to itself. It is also non greasy and will give your hair a natural shine. Castor seed oil and tea tree oil have anti-fungal properties. Honey is a good humectant with anti-bacterial properties. Finally, avocado oil has vitamins A, D and E and is easily absorbed into the skin leading to improved hair growth.

Natural hair has a tendency to tangle a lot. It is advisable to buy shampoos that have de-tanglers in them or a de-tangling product separately. A good conditioner should moisturize your hair, de-tangle it and smooth out the cuticles. There are two types of conditioners; the leave-in and the one that you rinse out. If you decide to use a leave-in look for ingredients that will not irritate your scalp or cause it to flake.

Most stores stock natural hair products. Always remember to buy the ones that are fully natural and organic for the best results. If in any doubt, always research and read customer reviews to find out what their feedback was. You can also contact the manufacturer directly.

The author of this article is associated with Natural Health Trust, offering natural hair products to the customers.