S+ HAIRCARE PRODUCTS ARE FREE OF HARSH CHEMICALS, PARABENS, SLS, SLES AND SILICONES:
PARABENS
SLS, SLES
SILICONES
Parabens are chemical compounds that are being used as preservatives in cosmetic products. They work well, because they inhibit the growth of microorganisms and moulds. However, parabens are considered to be potential endocrine disruptors. Frequent use of them may lead to developing a cancer, as well as infertility. Fortunately, parabens are easy to detect in the composition of cosmetic products, as their names include the word ‘paraben’.
Sulphates are surfactants that make cosmetic products foam. Like parabens, they do a good job of stopping the products from becoming moldy. However, they remove the impurities far too well, as they remove the natural barrier from any areas they clean, such as the hair and skin. This will make your hair dry and frizzy. Removing the natural barriers of skin may cause several problems, including itchiness, dermatitis, eczema and dandruff. It has been proven that sulphates are absorbed through the scalp, thereby they prevent normal hair growth. That’s why it’s advised to avoid products that contain sodium laureth sulphate (SLS) and sodium lauryl ether sulphate (SLES). Because these sulphates are very aggressive in removing sebum, they can cause hair to lose its natural oils and softness. As a result, hair can become dry, frizzy and break more easily. They can also irritate the scalp in some people, causing itching, redness or flaking, especially if the skin is sensitive.
The cleansing agents contained in S+ Haircare products are gentle and are hair and skin-friendly for use as basic cleansing agents in shampoos, as they do not irritate the skin, protect the hair and hair colour. You can see the ingredients used in S+ Haircare products next to each product, where even the more complicated names are explained in a pop-up window why they are included in the product.
Silicones are synthetic compounds which are added to cosmetic products due to their soft and smooth texture. Silicones give your hair a beautiful shine and make it easy to comb. After use, the silicones create a protective layer that works as a water barrier on the skin and hair. However, this barrier prevents water from reaching the skin and hair. The hair that is “protected” by silicone will not get enough moisture from the atmosphere and eventually becomes dry and brittle. The so-called non-water-soluble silicones form a particularly strong protective layer, and their consistent use leads to a build-up. Cosmetic products that contain silicones can be easily avoided by looking for the words ending in “conol” or “cone” in the ingredients, such as dimethicone, which are widely used in hair care.
S+ Haircare products are silicone-free. Instead, we use natural, skin-friendly ingredients that make hair smooth and soft without coating it. Because there’s no silicone buildup, the conditioners and masks absorb quickly into the hair rather than sitting on the surface. This means hair follicles stay unclogged and the scalp stays clean. It also means the hair growth penetrating peptides and richly nourishing plant extracts can actually penetrate the hair and do their job.
