Organic Hair Products - Stop killing yourself!

I found an absolutely fablous article on organic hair products at OrganicHairProductsReview.com. So if you have some time after you read this sweet article I found below you should check that one out too. It talks about why to go organic, which is what this blog is all about! This article below is from organichairproducts.co and the title is what caught my eye "stop killing yourself and start choosing organic products". So I just had to share:

 

When you look at the ingredients list of a lot of the big name commercial brands of hair products being sold today, you have to wonder why on earth people are still using them.  These products containing petroleum polymers, silicons, synthetic colorants, and a lot of other bad stuff, often lead to hair loss, dandruff, and skin irritation.  At the other end of the health spectrum lies the organic hair products, made with natural plant extracts and other natural ingredients that moisturizer and nourish your hair without any of the nasty side effects to your body or the environment.

There some very harmful synthetic chemicals being used in popular big-name brand hair products being sold in stores today.  A lot of them include ingredients like silicone and having petroleum based polymers that really irritate the skin and, for a lot of customers, cause itchiness and flaking/dandruff problems.  Hair loss is even common with some of the “regular” hair products being used today.  Compared to the mass of ordinary hair products being sold out there, there are relatively few genuinely good hair care products, that use completely natural ingredients, being sold today.

It is our job as consumers to find out what ingredients are being used in the hair care and beauty products we’re using on daily basis, because if not ourselves, nobody is going to look out for our well being.  If you don’t look into what is contained in the very products you use on your face and the rest of your body each and every day, you are running the very likely risk of rubbing carcinogenic chemical substances on your skin each day, unknowingly, and that is a scary prospect.

When you’re using a product that doesn’t have natural ingredients, you’re using a product with synthetic chemical ingredients, and these chemicals can really cause a lot of damage to our hair and our scalp.  These chemicals actually burn and dry out a lot of people’s hair, and you probably don’t want that, especially when you’re paying for the product that does that to you!

Organic hair products work fantastic benefits into your health and, when you use a produce like an organic conditioner, you add so much shine to your hair while also genuinely nourishing it, instead of damaging it as you otherwise would with a regular hair conditioner.  We’re also finding out with more research that using organic hair products makes your hair grow a bit faster and more voluminous over using an ordinary shampoo/conditioner/hair spray!

What you get from hair care products that are not organic in nature are ingredients that are chemically based. These can cause a great deal of damage to your hair and scalp, as you’ll often find that the chemicals that are included in many of the big name brand hair products burn your hair or dry it out.  So the next time you’re shopping for a hair product, or even a sunscreen or moisturizer, make the less damaging and far healthier choice and make it organic hair products, an organic sunscreen, an organic moisturizer, that makes it into your shopping cart.

Great content and a fun organic hair products read!

Organic hair care, Henna hair color

I'm always trying to diversify this blog so you have something new and exciting to look over. This week I want to direct our focus on organic hair color. Specifically henna hair color. See the following article on why organic hair color products rock!

 

Natural hair care products are synthesized very minimally, and do not contain artificial softeners, soaps and perfumes. They only contain certain artificial additives, so that the products remain in good conditions.

On the other hand, organic hair care products are manufactured without synthesizing. These products are developed without using chemical pesticides, fertilizers, artificial additives, fungicides, colors and do not contain irradiated products as well. Therefore, there is no possibility of having any side effects due to use of products made from organic products

Natural products do not contain artificial additives, but they are still synthesized and work wonderfully for your hair. Such products remain longer and you can use them without having to worrying about their effectiveness.

Organic products also work best, because they provide all the essential nutrients to your hair. Since, these products do not have traces of artificial additives, yet they are beneficial for the hair and you do not have to worry about any potential side effects. Therefore, it entirely depends on you whether you want to go for natural hair care products or organic hair care products.

Natural and organic hair care products include shampoos, conditioners, styling gels, lotions, anti tangling lotions and so on.

 

Organic Hair Products a healthier choice

I just found a wonderful ezine article on organic hair products by an "expert author" Paul Avalon. He discusses how/why organic hair products really are a healthier choice. Here's what he has to say:

As we learn more about the health risks of using the chemicals found in ordinary shampoos and conditioners on a daily basis, more of us are switching over to healthier hair products. Organic hair products are popping up more and more today as they become more popular in the minds of consumers.

When talking about organic hair products, we're referring to things like organic shampoos, organic conditioners, as well as natural hair gels and sprays, organic hair repair, even organic sunscreen; there are a lot of different types of natural hair products out there on the shelves, today, and they have become quite popular.

Made from naturally produced ingredients without the use of as many pesticides (and with some products: none) and without animal testing, they are healthier than the synthetic chemical concoctions that are "normal" shampoos and conditioners. Organic shampoos and conditioners also won't lather up the same as normal ones usually because they don't include the chemical (usually Sodium Lauryl Sulphate) that does that. The popular shampoo and hair product companies have found that people like to see that the shampoo is "working", so they include SLS because it's a visual way of verifying your hair is being cleaned, and it is very cheap. But it's also very unhealthy for you, used in degreasing engines in industrial complexes, and it often irritates the skin and can lead to rashes and even more severe problems with continued use over years and decades.

People with long hair especially are migrating to organic hair products because of their increased need to take good care of their hair than those with shorter locks because, obviously, their hair has to last a much longer time than those with short hair who cut it frequently. As a result, those with long hair often take more measures to ensure the health of their hair and to prevent damage, so they especially want to opt for a more natural hair product. Using products that contain all natural ingredients instead of cheap, harmful chemicals is advised for all, but even more so for those seeking a gorgeous head of long hair.

The benefits of using organic hair products are that you will look better on the outside, but also feel better on the inside. Your hair will look healthier because you're no longer exposing it to harsh treatment of drying, irritating chemicals each day. You will feel better in the long run because you haven't been absorbing a bunch of synthetic, toxic junk into your system. The effect of toxins in our system is hard to detect because they poison us over a long period of time and, as humans, we typically only notice things like this if their onset is relatively sudden and rapid. The normal shampoos and hair products are essentially poisoning us but we typically don't notice it because it takes a long time--years and decades--for their affects to show up in our bodies. But they do affect us--they are affecting us--only we aren't attributing any of our ailments to these chemicals we're rubbing into our bodies on a daily basis, and we get sick without recognizing the source of our disease.

With that in mind, I hope you'll make a healthier choice the next time you shop for a bottle of shampoo or reach for some hair spray at the store. Read the labels to check the ingredients, and don't settle for toxic products any more. Check out what organic hair products are available to you. Everything you spray and rub and put on your skin gets partially absorbed into your body and then you have that in your blood. Choose wisely.

 

Very wise article on Organic hair products, hope you enjoyed it like I did!

Organic Hair Products: Healthier for your hair and body!

I found a great, informative article on organic hair products and how it's healthier for your body. Organichairproducts.co wrote this lenghty, but informative article on how organic hair products are not only great for your hair, but have a huge impact on your body too.

 

Organic hair products are showing up in stores with increasing popularity these days. People are making the move from the traditional bottle of synthetic chemical shampoo, with all its unhealthy toxins, to healthier products–organic products.

There has been considerable attention on the chemicals found in our regular hair products over the past decade, with experts warning us of the hazards of using these products on a daily basis. Some of us heed the warning because we recognize the danger, while most carry on in ignorance, but what I want to look at is why those who have switched did so, beyond simply the dangers of not jumping ship.

Some of the benefits of going organic in your hair care and body products are that you actually moisturize your scalp and skin and your hair instead of drawing moisture out of them and drying them up. You nourish your body instead of damaging it when you use an organic moisturizer or protect yourself from the sun with an organic sunscreen. Natural oils like coconut oil, hemp oil, and olive oil in organic products put moisture back into your hair and increase the lustre and shine of it, and give your body what it needs to stay healthy and look its best. On the other hand, the popular normal hair products found on store shelves all over the world today contain chemicals like Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS), Polyethylene Glycol, as well as Asbestos and Parabens and and other substances that are toxic to our body, which dries hair up and damages the root, as well as causes the dermis (skin) to dry up and often flake (dandruff, anyone?)

Think about this: why is is that people have dandruff on their head but they typically don’t have any other problem with dry skin on their body nearly as bad, to the point of it flaking off? Right–it’s because they aren’t rubbing that garbage chemical concoction onto any other part of their body on a regular basis! We just do it to our head!…

It’s scary when you think about what is contained in these bottles, the effect it has on our scalp, the fact that we absorb a lot of those chemicals, and consider what our head houses… our brain! Scary indeed!

People who have switched to organic conditioner and shampoo products tend to stay organic after switching because they notice the difference: their hair looks better, feels better, and they feel healthier overall, inside. The benefits go on and on, but these are just some of the main ones.

Overall, using organic hair products represents a significant improvement in the quality of your health, if you consider how often and regularly you use these products. The major health factors in our life have to do with the food we eat, the exercise we get, the sleep we get, and the products we use on our bodies. By selecting organic hair product, you’ll be improving that aspect of your health by a lot and find yourself much better off in the long run. Your body will thank you.

 

Thanks again for the awesome information! I'll be sure to post more from this blog in up coming posts. That's all on organic hair products today, thanks for checking in!

Benefits of organic shampoo and conditioner products

I'm always stressing the importance of organic hair products. Today I’m going to share with you some information from Global Healing Center.com I found on benefits to using organic hair products, specifically shampoos and conditioners. Notice they mention Aloe Vera as something to look for! Just like I suggested in a previous post. yessss!

Benefits of Organic Shampoo & Conditioner Products

In many types of organic shampoo and conditioner, you will find ingredients such as certified organic tea tree. This particular ingredient has been used for a long time to treat a variety of skin conditions, including bites, dandruff, burns, and blisters.³ Certified organic tea tree has antiseptic elements that can aid in controlling naturally occurring microbial levels that can result in different forms of scalp irritation.

Another popular ingredient in many organic shampoo and conditioner products is beta glucan. Beta glucan has immune-enhancing properties both internally and topically. It helps to soothe inflamed cells of the scalp, which is particularly beneficial for people who suffer from skin conditions.

True organic shampoo and conditioner products offer a wealth of benefits for your hair and scalp that will be immediately noticeable. Organic products gently infuse your hair follicles and skin cells with natural minerals, herbal extracts, and oils. If you are looking for shampoos that stimulate healthy hair growth, look for products that are made with aloe vera and coconut oil, as they naturally moisturize your scalp. If you need enhanced shine and moisture for your hair, organic shea butter is an important ingredient to look for in your organic shampoo.

When you use organic shampoos and conditioners, you're also helping your environment by letting bio-degradable substances go down the drain and not harsh chemicals.

 

 

There you have it. More and more reasons to go organic when it comes to your hair products!

What to avoid in shampoos - why to go organic

There are tons of things to avoid when shopping for organic hair products . I did some research and came up with a quick list of ingredients you should try to avoid when selecting organic shampoos and conditioners. This list includes things that will dry your scalp out, can irritate oil glands and deteriorate hair follicles.

Sodium Lauryl Sulfates Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate Derivatives of Lauryl Alcohol

Mureth Sulfate Propylene Glycol (Antifreeze) Olefin Sulfonate (Deodorized Kerosene)

Doctor's Note: Sodium Lauryl Sulfate is known to cause cataracts in adults and improper eye development in children.² Despite this knowledge, this ingredient is commonly used in most store-bought shampoos and conditioners.

Global Healing Center.com had those listed as the most common and I think it's a great list to get started with. Beware of those ingredients when shopping for organic hair products and keep you scalp build-up free.

How to make your own organic shampoo

Organic hair products can, at times be costly. I'm always searching for alternatives or easy ways for people to get a taste of how awesome organic hair products can be without making the commitment to purchasing a line or products for his/her first time. I found this great recipe on eHow.com. These harmeless ingredients are sure to make anyone's hair shine even during winter months. Follow these simple directions and get your first taste at going organic.

Things You'll Need:

• Distilled water Medium saucepan Dried lavender flowers Dried rosemary Dried nettle Dried chamomile flowers Medium mixing bowl Jojoba oil Lavender essential oil Organic castile soap Plastic squeeze bottle

Instructions

1. Bring 1½ cups distilled water to a boil in a medium saucepan, and then remove from heat. Add 1 Tbsp. dried lavender flowers, 1 Tbsp. dried rosemary, 1 Tbsp. dried nettle, and 2 Tbsp. dried chamomile flowers.

2. Cover the water and herb mixture tightly, and allow it to steep for at least 30 minutes. Any other essential oil may be substituted for lavender, if necessary or desired.

3. Strain the liquid into a medium-sized bowl, and add 1 tsp. of jojoba oil. Stir vigorously to combine.

4. Add ½ tsp. lavender essential oil and ½ cup organic castile soap, and stir thoroughly. Pour the shampoo into a plastic squeeze bottle, and label with the contents and date.

5. Store the organic shampoo in the refrigerator to preserve freshness. A small bottle can be kept in the shower for no longer than a week, if desired. Use 1 Tbsp. per application. Shake the bottle before use to mix any oil that has separated.

This recipe should make around 40 applications and like it says, be sure to store it in your refrigerator. I know that's not the most convienant place to keep shampoo but hey, it's organic and doesn't have persatives. Another thing to mention is you will notice there isn't a rich lather with this recipe becuase there are no foaming agents. This organic shampoo will, however, leave your hair feeling cleansed and fresh!