What Ingredients Do I Look for in a Moisture Shampoo?

It is important to review the ingredients when looking for a good moisturizing shampoo. Consumers should read the label and listed ingredients to identify which key components need to be included to give their hair the most moisture.

Types

Any shampoo that is intended for clarifying or volume will not be a great choice for moisture. Clarifying shampoos have strong cleansing agents, sulfates, which remove product buildup and other environmental residue but can leave your hair feeling dry.

Sulfates

Sulfates are strong cleansers found in shampoos, similar to a detergent. Shampoos with sulfates should be avoided, especially if the hair is colored or chemically treated. Popular brands such as Enjoy or Nexxus offer a full range of sulfate-free hair care products.

Humectants

Humectants, like glycerin, draw water from the air and retain it to keep the hair cuticle moist.

Cetyl Alcohol

The wrong type of alcohol can be drying to the hair, but cetyl alcohol is a good, fatty alcohol that is used to lubricate the hair.

Oils

Natural oils like shea butter, coconut, jojoba, avocado and macadamia are excellent moisturizers. These fatty oils both coat and deeply condition the hair.

Silicones

Silicone keeps the hair shiny and slippery, locking in moisture.

References

• Skin Remedies: A Natural Organic Moisturizing Shampoo Is A Must
• Nexxus.com: Moisturizing Products