Arguably the most popular hair care product on the shelves of shops around the world, shampoo has a long history. Shampoo has been available in a variety of formulations through the ages. Ironically, some of today’s most popular natural shampoos have their roots in ancient formulas that included everything from buttermilk and aloe to sandalwood, fenugreek, rosemary, lavender and rose essence.
Shampoo works by stripping the natural oil, known as sebum, from your hair. This oil protects each strand of hair from daily damage, but because sebum builds up over time, which can leave your hair looking dull and lead to a flaky scalp. Shampoo can restore your hair’s natural lustre by bonding to the excess sebum on your hair so it can be more readily rinsed away. Usually a good shampoo is slightly acidic, which makes it easier to strip these oils from the hair – the more acidic the shampoo is, however, the more likely it is to remove too much oil and potentially damage the hair.
Popular shampoos available today are made with a reasonable proportion of natural ingredients – though the main ingredients of most shampoo formulas are essentially the same, it’s these natural ingredients that make Aveda’s Rosemary and Mint shampoo different from Garnier’s Fructus and Clairol’s Herbal Essences. All three are popular shampoos, boasting natural ingredients that are great for your hair – but some people find different natural boosters more effective for their hair. Like most beauty products, picking out a shampoo is a personal choice.
Buying shampoo online is easy – and if you know exactly what shampoo is best for you, there are plenty of bargains available from online retailers. To maximise your savings, look for online shops that offer free shipping, bulk discounts and free samples. Also, whenever possible, buy shampoo online from a merchant offering a flexible return and exchange policy so that you can return the product if you’re not satisfied.
© Hair Styling.org.uk 2007.
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