Pick The Right Shampoo For Your Hair Type

Using the right shampoo is the critical first step to having healthy hair. Your shampoo must remove the oils your scalp secretes, environmental dirt that clings to your hair and the remains of hair styling products. It needs to thoroughly clean without stripping all the natural oils from your hair.

The combination of ingredients that will do this vary based on your hair type.

Say you have blonde, chemically treated, dry hair that is very thick in density and generally has an average texture.

You’ll need products to address concerns of :

• dryness/dehydration, 
• breakage/brittleness, 
• fly-aways/frizziness and 
• color fading; 

Tips & Suggestions for Thick or Coarse Hair:

Thick hair means you have more strands of hair on your head than the average person.

For thick hair you should use hair products that will help give you more manageability.

Products specifically formulated to use on thick or coarse hair will have:

• Silicones to add shine and silkiness 
• Moisturizers to help soften hair 
• Detanglers that add a coating to make hair strands slide away from each other 
• Smoothening agents to "fill in" cracks in the outside layer of your hair (the cuticle), giving hair a smoother, shinier finish 
• Antioxidants, which encourage more vibrant hair and a healthier scalp, and protect hair from future damage. 

Some of your shampoo choices are: 

Phyto Phytojoba Intense Hydrating Shampoo Excellent for dry because it contains: Disodium Cocamphodiacetate (Botanical Origin), a surfactant, that work to strip the sebum (oil) from the hair shafts and at the same time, remove the dirt, pollution, flakes, and product build up attached to it; a well balanced gentle surfactant leaves sebum to protect hair while leaving the hair clean and refreshed. Centaurea Cyanus Flower Extract (Botanical Origin), an antiseptic, that heals, soothes and helps balance the scalp. Malva Sylvestris Extract (Mallow - Botanical Origin), Potassium Unidecylenoyl Hydrolyzed Soy Protein (Botanical Origin), and Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil (Jojoba - Botanical Origin), emollients , Heat (blow dryers, irons, rollers, etc.) rob the hair of moisture and essential fatty acids, as do chemical processing and frequent washings. Emollients provide moisturize and softness back to dry, dehydrated hair, increasing the hair's strength and elasticity.

Ojon Shampoo, Shine & Protect Excellent for dry because it contains: Citrus Aurantifolia Peel Extract (lime), and Citrus Aurantifolia Peel Extract (lime), astringents , which work to deep clean the pores and detoxify the scalp; combined with emollients and humectants in well balanced formulas, astringents work to revitalize and balance the hair and scalp. Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, a moisturizing agent, that soften, sooth, nourish and hydrate the scalp and provide a protective layer to the hair cuticle, moisturization is a critical component of healthy hair. Limonene , an antimicrobial agent, that helps to sanitize and sterilize, promoting a stronger, healthier scalp and hair. Brassica Oleracea Italica Seed Oil (Broccoli), a UV protection agent, protects the hair from the damaging and drying effects of the sun; overexposure causes the hair to become dry and brittle, dull and lifeless. Dicaprylyl Ether, an hair strengthening agent, that penetrate and moisturize hair from the roots with benefits extending to the hair cuticle, leaving hair stronger and healthier; more supple and moisturized to avoid breakage; provide greater elasticity for easier styling. Carica Papaya Extract (papaya), an exfoliant, gently scrubs to remove oils and impurities; stimulating; and invigorating, when combined with humectants and emollients to add back moisture, exfoliants contribute to a well-balanced scalp and healthy hair. Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil, Buxus Chinensis Seed Oil, Elaeis Oleifera Oil (Palm), Persea Gratissima Oil (Avocado), and Sesamum Indicum Seed (sesame), emollients , Heat (blow dryers, irons, rollers, etc.) rob the hair of moisture and essential fatty acids, as do chemical processing and frequent washings. Emollients provide moisturize and softness back to dry, dehydrated hair, increasing the hair's strength and elasticity.                                       Dr.Hauschka Skin Care Macadamia & Orange Shampoo Very Good for dry because it contains: Orange Essential Oil (Citrus Aurantium Dulcis) , a soothing agent, that helps to firm, tone, and balance the scalp and hair; leaves the hair and scalp feeling calmed and soothed. Decyl Glucoside, a surfactant, that work to strip the sebum (oil) from the hair shafts and at the same time, remove the dirt, pollution, flakes, and product build up attached to it; a well balanced gentle surfactant leaves sebum to protect hair while leaving the hair clean and refreshed. Fenugreek Extract (Trigonella Foenum Graecum) , an antioxidant, Antioxidants help fight against damage caused by free radicals and are beneficial for dry/dehydrated hair as they help to strengthen scalp and hair cells, renew, and protect them against the harsh effects of the environment and aggressive pollutants. Antioxidants leave the hair refreshed and protected. Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, a moisturizing agent , that soften, sooth, nourish and hydrate the scalp and provide a protective layer to the hair cuticle, moisturization is a critical component of healthy hair. Limonene , an antimicrobial agent , that helps to sanitize and sterilize, promoting a stronger, healthier scalp and hair. Neem Leaf Extract (Melia Azadirachta) , a conditioning agent , are known for their stimulating and restorative properties combining cellular level benefits that include anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and moisturizing and strengthening capabilities; helps prevent moisture loss. Hydrolyzed Milk Protein, Apricot Kernel Oil (Prunus Armeniaca), and Macadamia Ternifolia Nut Oil, emollients , Heat (blow dryers, irons, rollers, etc.) rob the hair of moisture and essential fatty acids, as do chemical processing and frequent washings. Emollients provide moisturize and softness back to dry, dehydrated hair, increasing the hair's strength and elasticity.                                           Korres Natural Products Shampoo, Sunflower and Vitamin F, Excellent for dry because it contains: Sodium Gluconate, a humectant, that draws moisture from the outside, into the hair; the water absorbing, moisture-binding ability is used to increase the hair's softness, as it helps maintain a healthy moisture balance. Humectants are effective in keeping the cuticle of the hair (the outside layer) moist and supple. Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, and Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein Olivate, moisturizing agents, that soften, sooth, nourish and hydrate the scalp and provide a protective layer to the hair cuticle, moisturization is a critical component of healthy hair. Limonene, an antimicrobial agent, that helps to sanitize and sterilize, promoting a stronger, healthier scalp and hair. Phospholipids, Glycine Soja, and Helianthus Annuus, emollients, Heat (blow dryers, irons, rollers, etc.) rob the hair of moisture and essential fatty acids, as do chemical processing and frequent washings. Emollients provide moisturize and softness back to dry, dehydrated hair, increasing the hair's strength and elasticity.