Natural botanicals are proven to do more for healthy, shiny, beautiful hair.
Our hair is an important part of our appearance and identity. It comes in many different styles, types, lengths, textures, and colors. It frames our face and is often the first thing people notice. It’s no wonder we put so much effort into our hair. We want it to look nice, feel nice, and to avoid bad hair days if we can help it.
We’re willing to try almost any product that claims to hold the solution to our hair woes, but in reality, we should be far pickier with what we use on our strands. When you think of the word “silicone” you think of something that is synthetic— and that’s exactly what they are. For healthier options, we’ll review the best natural solutions for women with thinning hair.
Silicones give the illusion of a smooth, healthy-looking mane which is what makes them such a popular ingredient, but their effects are incredibly damaging. They create a barrier that blocks water, conditioning actives, or nutrients from reaching your hair, weaken it and making it become dry, brittle, limp, and lifeless the longer they’re used. They attract dirt, are difficult to wash out, and cause buildup on your scalp and hair that weighs it down. They show up as sealants, shields, or goopy layers that keeps moisture from penetrating the hair shaft. They’re often used in hair care products to “lock in moisture” but what they really do is smother. Some common types of silicones are dimethicone, cyclomethicone, and amodimethicone, all of which should be added to your “No thank you” shopping list!
But we still want that shiny, smooth, glides-right-through feeling from our shampoo and conditioner, can the natural stuff even hold up? Short answer is, yes. We found that CocoCleanse Scalp Detox Shampoo used with SolShine Daily Deep Conditioner does it better than anyone.
CocoCleanse
One of our favorite skincare brands, we were excited to see that Skin Research Institute came out with a powerful and luxurious shampoo and conditioner. CocoCleanse Scalp Detox Shampoo is a vegan, sulfate and silicone-free product that is 100% void of mineral oil and parabens (it’s also cruelty-free!) Made with natural and aromatic ingredients, it’s about to become a shower staple.
Key Ingredients:
Coconut Water: This holds a triple-threat of benefits. It energizes the scalp and assists in hair growth, contains antioxidants which repairs damage, and contains lauric acid, an antibacterial fatty acid that keeps your hair moisturized.
Peppermint: An invigorating essential oil, it works as a vasodilator to open blood vessels in the scalp increasing blood flow and helping hair grow thicker and fuller. Plus, the refreshing, tingling sensation that lets you know it’s doing its job.
Volcanic Minerals: Powerful and effective yet soothing on the scalp. These minerals absorb excess oils and gently exfoliate buildup and dead skin cells alleviating scalp dryness and allowing it to breathe, creating a healthy bed for hair follicles.
Coco Cleanse is a pH–balanced formula that treats your hair and scalp with the love and care in deserves, whether your hair is oily or dry, curly or straight— plus it’s effective on any hair type, including strands that are colored or chemically-treated. Our team is absolutely in love with it. Just apply a moderate amount to wet hair and massage it deeply into your roots, working it down to the ends as you go. Once finished, rinse, dry, and style your fresh, silky, gorgeous hair.
Pros
- No sulfates, parabens, or silicones
- Vegan and cruelty-free
- Clean, refreshing mint scent
- Safe to use on adults and children
- 60-day money-back guarantee
Cons
- Only available online (through the company website) or Amazon
- High demand item, is sometimes out of stock
Pie and ice cream, butter and bread— some things are just better together. Don’t let your CocoCleanse sit on your shower shelf all lonely, introducing its powerful partner in crime….
SolShine
Made with deeply hydrating sunflower seed and argan oils, SolShine Daily Deep Conditioner brings your hair to life by restoring shine and providing deep moisturization. A vegan and hypoallergenic formula that, like its partner CocoCleanse, is silicone, sulfate, paraben, and cruelty-free. It’s also free of phenoxyethanol, or benzophenone, fragrances, or other nasties that strip and damage your hair.
SolShine has high levels of omega 9 (oleic acid) and omega 6 (linoleic acid), two balanced fatty acids that promote hair growth and offer rich hydration for your hair and scalp, making it grow stronger and feel softer. These magic components are found in the conditioner’s two main ingredients, sunflower seed and argan oils. Your hair won’t know what hit it. We were absolutely blown away by how soft and moisturized our hair felt. Even without additional products we noticed frizz was all but gone, our damaged strands felt nourished and hydrated and appeared to be healing right before our eyes.
Key Ingredients:
Argan Oil: Rich in antioxidants and fatty acids, this keeps your hair hydrated and fights sun damage and free radicals which cause breakage.
Sunflower Oil: Seals moisture into hair naturally, keeping it hydrated and healthy. It also helps reverse thinning and hair loss.
Betaine: Natural protein-protectant, not only works to maintain hydration but block harmful environmental pollutants from damaging hair, keeping it strong.
These components working together seamlessly protect hair from both UV rays and styling damage and won’t leave any sticky residue or cause lingering buildup. Non-greasy and lightweight it nourishes all hair types from straight to curly, oily to dry, colored to chemically-treated.
After using ourCocoCleanse Scalp Detox Shampoo, gently massage a dime-size amount into your roots, working it down to the ends. Leave in for 2-3 minutes, 10-15 minutes for a deeper, weekly mask. Rinse, style, smile.
Pros
- Eco-friendly ingredients won’t hurt you or the earth
- Smooth, creamy formula sinks into hair instantaneously
- No sulfates, parabens, or silicones
- Vegan and cruelty-free
- Safe to use on adults and children
- 60-day money-back guarantee
Cons
- Only available online (through the company website) or Amazon
- High demand item, is sometimes out of stock
