Sulfate-free shampoos: list, pros and cons

Using sulfate-free shampoos is a new trend in the hair care industry. The store shelves are full of advertisements and encourage you to buy this particular product. In this article we will consider in detail all the pros and cons of sulfate-free shampoos.

Sulfate-free shampoos: what are their strengths and weaknesses

The main composition of a regular shampoo is 80% sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) and ammonium lauryl sulfate (ALS). These components are designed to remove impurities from the surface of the head, but they are toxic and cannot be left on the head for a long time. Therefore, natural shampoos are gaining momentum in popularity.

Advantages of natural shampoos:

• They don't call irritation and peeling on the skin. While sulfate ones, on the contrary, irritate the top layer of skin and itching or  allergies.
• Natural ingredients are easily washed off with water.
• They restore the epidermis layer, i.e. natural protection.
• Prevents rapid color fading dyed hair.
• Saturate hair with nutrients and restore after damage.
• Oily skin stays clear longer.
• Get rid of for dandruff and peeling.
• Safe for human health as they are hypoallergenic.

Disadvantages of natural shampoo:

• Shampoo without added sulfate cannot completely remove hair styling products. Especially if these products are used daily.
• If you have thick hair, you will have to wash your hair several times. This leads to a lot of shampoo consumption.
• It does not have a thick and dense foam, unlike its sulfate “brother”.
• When first used, hair may lose volume. They need time to adapt to new detergents.

Obviously, sulfate-free shampoo has more advantages than disadvantages.

List of sulfate-free shampoos

Every manufacturer has natural shampoos in their line. The difference in prices lies in the difference in content of the composition. The more natural and rare ingredients, the more expensive the product.

But don’t think that cheap sulfate-free shampoos are much worse than their expensive counterparts. This is a misconception.

List of brands of natural shampoos:

• Grandmother Agafya - based on melt water with the addition of essential oils. The shampoo is very popular among women due to its low price and availability in various stores.
• Teknia Gentle Balance is made in Spain. Made with beetroot and acai extracts. You can buy it at specialized retail outlets selling cosmetics.
• COCOCHOCO is made in Israel. The shampoo consists of 80% soy protein, tree bark and cactus juice.
• NATURA SIBERICA is a domestic brand that is produced in Siberia. Made from extracts of various herbs and oils that heal hair. Sold in all cosmetic stores.
• LOGONA helps eliminate dandruff and relieves itching.
• AVEDA gently cleanses the scalp of visible impurities and also accelerates the growth process. You can only purchase it online in specialized stores.
• Kapous Professional deep is designed for oily and combination skin. Sold in specialized stores.

The list can be continued endlessly, since the number of manufacturers is unlimited.

Before purchasing, be sure to read the composition of the shampoo. Individual intolerance to the components is possible.

Sulfate-free shampoos: reviews

The bulk of the reviews indicate a positive assessment of the natural shampoo.

The first visible effects are achieved after 3-4 applications. Hair becomes manageable, smooth and shiny.

The pleasant aroma of the shampoo remains on the hair for a long time.

But 20% of reviews are negative. Mostly, users are not satisfied with the abundance of foam and loss of hair volume. But at the same time they note that they got rid of dandruff.

So, the advantages of natural shampoos are invaluable. The main thing is to choose a product for your hair type and enjoy the resulting effect.