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Transition to sulfate-free and silicone-free shampoo: how to manage it without dying in the attempt

for Cristina Salvo en Feb 08, 2023

Transición al champú sin sulfatos y sin siliconas: cómo sobrellevarla sin morir en el intento

Great! You have finally decided to change your usual shampoo for one without sulfates or silicones

The first thing you should know is that you will need patience. We are used to living in immediacy, but in the case of shampoo, the change is a process that can take several weeks.

And we warn you, the first experience with sulfate-free shampoo is not satisfying. In fact, the result is usually quite disastrous because the hair feels rough, lacks shine, and gets tangled when combing. Why does this happen?

Traditional shampoos contain sulfates and silicones that provide shine and softness, but in an artificial way

These substances adhere to the hair, weaken it in the long term, and disrupt the natural balance of the scalp.

If we add to this the fact that most eco-friendly shampoos produce little lather, it seems like an unattractive option. And in our collective imagination, built thanks to decades of advertising, there is a belief that what cleans is the lather. But that is not the case.

Traditional shampoos contain aggressive ingredients that give a false sense of cleanliness, but they do make the shower a more pleasant experience.

At this point, you are probably thinking that you made a mistake and that natural shampoo is not for you. It is discouraging, but don’t worry, this is common when starting the transition process. Don’t give up!

With continued use, your hair will gradually shed that layer of silicone that covers the hair strands and prevents them from breathing. Little by little, the balance in the scalp will be restored, and your mane will begin to be nourished. Et volilà! That is your real hair!

How to shorten the transition process? The key is hydration

It is time to give your mane an extra hydration that will be very beneficial at this stage of the process. With this, you will manage to soften the hair, give it shine, body, and neutralize the dreaded frizz.

Until your hair is fully regulated, you can use a hair mask more frequently. Leave it on for about 20 minutes before washing, so it penetrates well into the hair fiber. And to stimulate hair growth and scalp circulation, you can apply a oil with a gentle massage.

Another option is conditioners. Apply a rinse-out one to gain shine and softness and to avoid tangles in the hair after washing. And to gain volume and combat frizz, your best bet is a leave-in conditioner or leave in.

By using a shampoo without sulfates or silicones in solid form, and generally natural cosmetics, you not only take care of your mane but also care for the environment. We do not realize the amount of toxic substances that go down the drain and end up contaminating. With natural cosmetics, you win and the planet wins!

To conclude, we remind you that all products from Rulls are formulated with natural and super hydrating ingredients, such as shea butter, flax extract, avocado oil, aloe vera, or jojoba. If we can hydrate the most unruly curls...

Imagine what we can do for your hair!