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Natural Hair Conditioner Benefits

Benefits of using a chemical free hair conditioner

safe conditioner for multiple chemical sensitivities

With people becoming more aware of the damage that pollutants and toxins in the environment can do to the hair, itchemical free conditioner makes sense to have a look at what other toxins we might be exposed to without realizing. Most of us use a hair conditioner to reverse the damage that the environment causes to our hair, so it may be a surprise to find out that most normal, chemical based conditioners have potentially harmful substances in them. If you find you have a scalp irritation, it may not necessarily be dandruff or dermatitis: try changing to a chemical-free conditioner before heading for the doctor’s surgery. Even if you have been using the same hair care product for a long period of time, often sensitivity to a harmful product grows with regular use.

Regular conditioners contain harmful ingredients

Isopropyl alcohol

Isopropyl alcohol is normally found in wood varnish and antifreeze but has also found its way into regular hair conditioner. It is particularly found in products for people with colored or dyed hair. Inhalation of isopropyl alcohol vapor is extremely dangerous and can lead to headaches and dizziness with the most extreme side effect being vomiting and nausea.

Fragrance

‘Fragrance’ is listed as an ingredient on many conditioners, which is a bit like looking at a restaurant menu and it reading only ‘food’. If your product contains ‘fragrance’, it could be hiding a number of noxious chemicals that are known to cause allergic reactions and conditions such as asthma – although ‘fragrance’ also contains a number of naturally derived perfumes, it would almost certainly be mentioned on the bottle if it contained such a natural ingredient.

Imidazolidinyl urea & Hydantoin (DMHM)

Imidazolidinyl urea and Hydantoin (DMHM) are found in nearly all hair care products. They cause the release of formaldehyde, which is used to prevent against carcinogenic nitrosamine production and can be found in most chemical hair conditioners. Unfortunately, as you probably already know, formaldehyde is itself a carcinogen and can often cause great irritation to people with chemical sensitivities.

There is always a natural alternative

Many of the ingredients found in natural conditioners have been used for historically with excellent results in improving the shininess of hair as well as preventing frizz without weighing hair down. There are also great chemical free conditioners tailor made for colored hair. Chemical free conditioners usually are based on a mixture of natural oils and butters from, amongst many, olive, flax and essential oils as well as shea and cocoa butters. And these are combined with natural fragrances and other nourishing ingredients such as honey, proteins, B vitamins and aloe vera.

Many people think that there is no natural alternative when it comes to treating dandruff and other hair and scalp issues. Natural treatments include tea tree oil, which prevents fungal growth and flaxseed or vitamin E oil, which are used to soothe and condition the skin. Honey is a commonly used conditioner for frizzy unmanageable hair, which often is a problem if you live in a humid environment. Colored hair needs extra care from the effects of the sun and toxins, so color conditioners may contain antioxidants (from sources such as green tea and olive oil) and often extra vitamins and proteins to help keep the structure of the hair strong to avoid breaking and split ends.

Fundamental Conditioner and Moroccan Argan Oil

Dry and damaged hair is something that many deal with on a daily basis, and if you have chemical sensitivities, it canFundamental Conditioner with Argan Oil be hard to find a conditioner that is safe and effective. Fundamental Conditioner is a great natural conditioner that comes in two forms: For Normal to Dry Hair and For Normal to Oily Hair. Fundamental Conditioner For Normal to Dry Hair works to combat straw like hair, and it contains the incredible hair nutrient Moroccan argan oil. Moroccan argan oil is rich in vitamins and nutrients that can help to revive even the unhealthiest hair, and Fundamental Conditioner For Normal to Dry Hair is among the best conditioners for those with chemical sensitivities.

Argan oil might be the best way to combat dry hair. It moisturizes and hydrates dry hair, and this can make the hair more manageable and easier to style. By adding moisture, unsightly frizz that is caused by dryness is addressed and disappears. One of the worst aspects of dry hair is that it loses its natural shine and luster. Argan oil also works within the hair and scalp to soften the hair, and best of all it promotes a healthy and natural shine.

Moroccan argan oil also contains Vitamin E, which is commonly used to support healthy hair. Vitamin E is a great way to promote healthy hair growth, and it also heals damaged hair. Best of all it helps to regulate healthy oil production. It helps to promote the secretion of the scalp’s natural oils, and this may help to reduce the occurrence of dry hair and dandruff.

Fundamental Conditioner for Normal to Dry Hair is a natural conditioner that supplies your scalp and hair with Moroccan argan oil. Argan oil helps to fight dry hair, and it may also help to repair damaged hair. It may make hair more manageable, and it is also supplies your scalp with Vitamin E. If you struggle with unhealthy hair Fundamental Conditioner For Normal to Dry Hair is just what you need.

So, if you are worried about what you are putting on your head, you are sensitive to normal conditioners or your current treatment isn’t working, you may want to try a natural conditioner. Sometimes the gentler approach is the best solution!

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