Wondering how to keep your color-treated hair bright and healthy? Let’s discuss the choice of products! An important factor that you have to make a decision is the shampoo that you decide to use. Because sulfate-free shampoos do not remove as much of your hair’s natural oils, color, or moisture they are great for preserving the brightness of your hair.
Why Choose Sulfate-Free Shampoo?
Sulfates like sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) and sodium laureth sulfate (SLES) are typical cleansing elements that can be seen in numerous shampoos. These produce a good build-up of foam and remove both, dirt and oil from the hair in the most efficient manner. But they also can dry natural oils and cause dryness, which is inadmissible if you have colored hair. Here are some compelling reasons to opt for sulfate-free shampoos:
- Gentler on Hair: Sulfate-free shampoos wash hair without the use of strong substances that are abrasive to hair and scalp. This is especially good news for people who have sensitive skin or allergies in general.
- Color Preservation: Products without sulfate keep the colored hair smooth and bright. With the exclusion of sulfates, you minimize the fading of colors due to harsh scrubbing and cleaning.
- Enhanced Moisture: Most sulfate-free shampoos contain natural oils and moisturizers that assist in treating dry hair to reduce and manage frizz for healthier hair.
- Less Irritation: Sulphate-free shampoos can reduce the possibility of scalp sensitization and dryness for those who fall victim to this category but do not compromise the cleansing action of the shampoos.
How HBNO Essential Oils Can Protect Color-Treated Hair
HBNO does not carry a shampoo, but its essential oils are another addition to your hair care if you have colored hair. Here’s how to use HBNO essential oils effectively:
- As a Pre-Shampoo Treatment: HBNO essential oils like lavender, tea tree oil, or a few drops of any HBNO chosen before hair washing with coconut or jojoba oil. Massage this paste on your scalp and hair; let it sit for 30 minutes. This treatment assists in making your hair look shiny and reduces the rate at which the hair loses its color during washing.
- In Your Shampoo: If using a sulfate-free shampoo it is ideal to pour a few HBNO essential oils into the shampoo bottle directly. This adds versatility to the enhancing feature of your shampoo’s nourishing qualities as well as to your scalp’s and hair’s benefits as well. Apart from providing a scent to the shampoo, these oils have characteristics that encourage a healthy scalp for hair regrowth.
- Post-Wash Treatment: When done washing, add 3 to 5 drops of essential oil to your conditioner or rub on your wet hair. This can work well to ensure that you retain the moisture of the hair since it lowers the level of frizz that is usually brought about by the hairstyle. It’s very important to massage your scalp and using oils such as rosemary and peppermint will increase blood flow to the scalp thus making it healthy for hair.
- DIY Hair Masks: Create a hair mask using HBNO essential oils at home. Choose one of the essential oils, dilute it in yogurt or honey, and apply it to the hair, cover it with a plastic cap for 20-30 minutes before washing the hair. This leading nourishing treatment might help improve the shininess and softness of the hair while also preserving the color.
Top Sulfate-Free Shampoos for Color-Treated Hair
1. HBNO Sweet Orange Essential Oil
HBNO Sweet Orange Essential oil is not a shampoo, however, it may serve as a great complimentary product to the hair. Popular for its happy-go-lucky smell, it has to be diluted with a carrier oil and can be applied to the hair before shampooing and it nourishes and seals the color on hair that has been colored. It appears that the components present in this essential oil work well for boosting the bounce in addition to encouraging hair healthiness. Furthermore, the stress effect from the micro-environment can also be guarded against given its antioxidants.
2. Pureology Hydrate Shampoo
Another best-selling Pureology Hydrate Shampoo is recommended for color-treated hair. This is a sulfate-free product, which is a blend of natural jojoba oil, green tea, and sage to moisturize hair without fading the color. This shampoo has a smooth texture and once the shampoo is washed off your hair the feels so soft and shiny. Customers love it because it is effective in untangling hair while at the same time promoting hair health to give a lasting vibrant color.
3. Moroccanoil Moisture Repair Shampoo
Another product that can be used on color-treated hair is Moroccanoil Moisture Repair Shampoo. Infused with argan oil and keratin this sulfate-free shampoo is great for moisture and repair of hair that has been damaged. A mild shampoo that helps to clean your hair without fading the color; that is why people who value bright hair shades love it. Most customers enjoy how it probably revitalizes their hair making it appear silky and shiny without making their hair to become oily.
4. Briogeo Don’t Despair, Repair! Super Moisture Shampoo
Briogeo’s sulfate-free shampoo is enriched with algae, panthenol, and also biotin and is suitable to be used on color-treated hair. It moisturizes and rebuilds at the same time as it shields the color to keep your hair healthy and bright. In its usual manner of operation, many of its users have praised it for its performance in making hair silky, shiny, remix, and non-smothering. This product is especially recommended for people with textured hair since it will help them maintain the right moisture and shine.
Conclusion
When it comes to color-treated hair it is especially important to pay attention to the shampoos that are used and that should not contain any sulfates. Although HBNO does not offer products in shampoo form, they can be incorporated into haircare as treatments before shampooing, a part of the shampoo, or after shampooing treatment. As with most sulfate-free shampoos such as Pureology Hydrate, Moroccanoil Moisture Repair, Briogeo Don’t Despair, Repair! Super Moisture Shampoo with the power of HBNO essences of oils, you can protect and maintain your colored hair. Just remember that a little effort does not kill anyone and will certainly help you maintain your beautiful hair!
