Why You Should Switch to Sulphate and Paraben-Free Shampoos

Majority of us use shampoo out of our habitual pattern, we rely on the smell, the foam or the promise on the label to guide us. However, if your hair is still rough to touch, is out of shine and gets oily very quickly then the problem is not with your hair type but with the presence of a lot of harsh ingredients in the shampoo you are using.

Among the substances that are hidden in commercial shampoos, you can find sulphates and parabens, which are the main sources of hair getting dull and dehydrated.They are the ones that give the quality of your shampoo to foam well and make it last for a long time, but your scalp is the one paying the price.

In this blog, we will take a look at the reasons why sulfate and paraben free shampoos are one of the most potent changes for your hair and how the right formula can revive the hair with normalcy, strength and natural shine.

What Do Sulphates and Parabens Actually Do?

Sulphates are chemical detergents that foam up and create the rich, foamy lather which we often associate with “clean.” They remove the dirt and oil effectively, but they are too aggressive for the delicate ecosystem of your scalp. When they are used regularly, they strip out the natural oils that protect and give no life to your hair, thus causing:

Dryness and brittleness: Hair is rough and prone to be broken in the absence of natural oils.

Frizz and lack of shine: The cuticle (the outer layer of the hair) becomes separated from the hair due to damage and therefore, hair gets its shine from the separation.

Loss of color: If you have colored or chemically treated hair, sulfates will remove the pigments faster, thus your hair will be less vibrant.

Parabens are artificial preservatives that are added to cosmetic products to prevent bacteria from living in the products. That is a necessary function, however, continuous exposure to them can lead to the irritation of a sensitive scalp, the disruption of your scalp’s natural microbiome and the buildup that will make your hair heavier in the long run.

Basically sulphates and parabens make your shampoo work for a longer time, but they don’t keep your hair healthy.

The Benefits of Going Sulfate and Paraben free shampoos

Just a few weeks after making the switch, the difference in how your hair behaves and feels is clear. This is the reason why cleaner formulas are worth every drop:

• Retained moisture: Sulphate-free shampoos preserve the scalp’s natural oils, which means that the hair is hydrated for a longer run. In this way, the rough texture is diminished and the natural softness is restored.
• Reduced frizz and smoother strands: The absence of harsh foaming agents in your hair’s cuticle makes it that your hair looks more polished and manageable.
• A healthier scalp environment: The scalp is now able to breathe. With fewer synthetic chemicals, the scalp is less likely to suffer from irritation, dandruff and sensitivity.
• Color and texture protection: These shampoos are the ones that keep your hair’s natural or treated color, thus your hair will look fresh for a longer period of time. In case you have highlights or have been treated with chemicals, they are the ones that will give you the most benefits.
• Balanced hydration and improved strength: Because the scalp produces just the right amount of natural oil, your hair stays balanced neither greasy nor dry. Over time, your strands become stronger and get more resistant to breakage.

Styling or coloring lovers will definitely be in support of a sulphate and silicone free shampoo as their hair will suffer less from the whole procedure, they will need to use fewer products and the volume they will get will be more natural and it will really last for a long time.

How to Transition to Cleaner Haircare

A common ingredient in many shampoos are silicones, which are used to give the hair instant smoothness, but these can leave a coating on the scalp and hair, resulting in buildup, strands getting weighed down and the scalp not being able to “breathe.” By using shampoo with ingredients like wild black rice, it performs the functions of a mild cleanser and a natural conditioner at the same time, rids the hair of impurities and keeps it hydrated.

It provides each fiber with the necessary nutrients, allows the scalp to breathe and gives back to your hair its natural flow, shine and strength without the need of using harsh chemicals or heavy coatings. 

Changing your hair care routine to a sulfate and paraben free shampoos line is more than just a simple substitution of one bottle for another, it is a way for your hair to start over. At first, your scalp may not be very happy with the new routine, especially if you have been using a very strong and aggressive cleanser for years.

To make the change easier, here are some tips:

Don’t just apply the product, massage your scalp:  Gently massaging your scalp during washing will stimulate the blood circulation and help the shampoo work effectively without the need for a strong foam to clean the hair.

Be patient with the product:  It is true that sulphate-free shampoos do not produce as much foam as the others but that does not mean that they are not efficient. Moreover, the softness you will experience later is a confirmation of that.

Nourish your hair after the wash:  Use a light and refreshing conditioner or hair oil to help retain the moisture. Eventually, the natural oil balance in your hair will be restored, which will lead to a decrease in the use of heavy styling products.

In a few weeks, your hair will be more voluminous, silky and stronger, which will be a very small change but will make a large difference over time.

Meet the Black Rice Difference with El Lior

Once you decide to discard the use of harsh formulations, the next level would be picking products which really nourish your hair from the root. This is exactly where El Lior comes with something different, a unique confluence of traditional care and modern formulation centered around the power of black rice.

Everyday cleansing with no sacrifice is the aim of El Lior’s Shampoo. It is a gentle one, which also purifies and at the same time, it maintains your scalp’s natural barrier. Black rice extract, loaded with antioxidants and amino acids, makes the bond of each strand, it also contributes to the elasticity and the resulting shine that it takes away from your hair when using chemical shampoos.

If you are searching for natural hair products for natural hair, which not only cleans but also deeply nourishes your hair, then this would be the perfect pick.

The wild black rice hair oil is just the thing you need to balance the left-over routine with moisture and shine. Its non-greasy formula is light as a feather and thus it quickly penetrates making the targeted areas (dry ends and weak roots) moisturized. Regular use of this product contributes to your hair’s breakage reduction, texture improvement and providing protection against environmental harm (thus your hair feels healthy, strong and naturally glowing).

When they come together there is a whole new experience of clean haircare of soft, effective and absolutely devoid of unwanted chemicals.

A Healthier Future for Your Hair

Synthetic products are unnecessary for your hair to look fabulous. What you’ve got to do is provide your hair with the right balance, a gentle wash, good nourishment and safe packaging. This is exactly what sulphate and paraben free products provide and this is exactly what El Lior represents.

Feel the change with the carefully chosen sulfate and paraben-free shampoos for your hair’s natural texture and strength.

Find out the way forward with El Lior’s Shampoo and Hair Oil as the starting point for your new hair care regimen and hair health with cleaner products.