In a world where we are becoming more and more aware of what we are putting into and on our bodies, brands have come on board creating natural alternatives to some of our regular skin and hair necessities. Considering our shampoos and conditioners go straight down the drain and into our waterways, making the switch to one of these natural brands will not only be kinder on your locks but on the planet too.
Essano
This New Zealand brand came onto the scene with a hiss and a roar and has managed to become a favourite for many. The Acai Berry Colour Protect Shampoo and Conditioner have been specifically designed to help colour protect with the inclusion of acai berry, known for its natural UV filters – perfect for the coming summer months.
Sukin
You know their skincare, but have you heard about the hair care? Designed to cleanse the hair and energise the scalp, the Natural Balance Shampoo and Conditioner contains burdock, nettle, horsetail extracts which all work in synergy to moisturise and protect tresses. The duo contains gentle and natural ingredients so hair will reap the rewards in the long-term.
Pure Fiji
Creating a holiday vibe in the shower, the Pure Fiji Shampoo and Conditioner, available in a selection of scents such as coconut and mango, is the ideal choice for parched summer locks. Made with a combination of coconut cream, dilo, macadamia and coconut oils, the coconut version is all you need to imagine you’re at a tropical destination.
Living Nature
This trusted brand includes a hair cleansing range which focuses on balancing your hair without stripping it of its natural oils. With a formula that includes kumerahou and nutrient-rich kelp to offer a gentle wash for your locks, Balancing Shampoo and Conditioner is a stellar natural alternative.
Acure
With consumers increasingly wanting their products without sulphates and parabens, it’s good news as far as this brand’s hair care is concerned. Free from common nasties, they use plant and food-based ingredients in their effective formulas. Additionally, Acure products have green packaging, include recycled materials and are 100 per cent biodegradable. The Clarifying Shampoo and Conditioner combats build up while promoting shiny, soft and healthy looking locks.
Natural Instinct
Formulated with the highest quality plant-derived ingredients, certified organic extracts and pure essential oils, Natural Instinct is a great option if toxins and nasty chemicals are a no-no. The Daily Hydrating Shampoo and Conditioner combine argan oil and honeyquat to provide radiant shine and deep conditioning.
Palmer’s
Palmer’s was one of America’s first skincare companies, and today the brand is known for its trusted skin and hair care formulas utilising coconut. The ethically and sustainably sourced coconut oil included in the Coconut Oil Conditioning Shampoo and Coconut Oil Repairing Conditioner deeply hydrates, repairs damage and gives hair gloss.
Weleda
Helping to repair stressed hair the natural way, Weleda’s Oat Replenishing range contains organic jojoba oil and extract of organic oat and sage to smooth the hair’s surface, reduce breakage and split ends. The Oat Replenishing Shampoo and Conditioner is NATRUE certified and contains no synthetic ingredients.
This article was originally written for beautyheaven by Sarah Simpson.
