Good question. Shampoo’s intent is to cleanse your hair of oils and dirt that collect on our scalp and hair during the day. Would it be wonderful to use a shampoo that did this and left hair shiny instead of drying it out, so you have to use a ton of conditioner to get a comb through it?

What you have to look for in a shampoo: Always look at the back of the bottle. Check several, is the first ingredient water? Products must tell the consumer what ingredients (by % of contents) predominately occupy that product. If water is the first, that’s what you are paying for mostly. Surfactants are the next, usually. Look for shampoo that is sulfate free. This is a salt surfactant that can strip hair of color and if you have hair color you know, it’s an investment and it’s important to keep it from fading as long as possible.

I suggest talking to a professional about all products you use on your hair. Maybe your hair is feeling heavy, limp, and unmanageable. Could be anything from your shampoo to your styling aids. If shiny hair is what is important, or protecting your hair from color fading, or perhaps you’ve just invested in a keratin smoothing treatment and like the results and desire to maintain this treatment for as long as possible. Start with the products you’re using and know what they have in them that makes them a gentle cleanser. Educate yourself on what works for your specific hair type. Ask your professional hairstylist what’s best. If they can’t tell you what is in a product that will be best for your hair or visa versa, find a new stylist, one that keeps up with education and  know’s their stuff.  You’ll be glad you did and so will your hair.

We offer a FREE $35 “we care consultation” to cover your hair history and your desired look. CALL 924-6627 today and take a few minutes to find out what’s right for you. We look forward to sharing our knowledge with you.