Many people choose to gradually replace their bathroom cabinet contents with more sustainable options.
Unfortunately, it's not uncommon that when switching to an organic natural shampoo, you suddenly get dirty, greasy, and dull hair.
But don't give up!
There are some important things you should consider when you're about to switch to a natural shampoo.
1) Avoid products with non-water-soluble chemicals
A naturally clean shampoo doesn't contain strong detergents like SLS/SL. Therefore, organic and natural shampoos cannot wash away non-water-soluble chemicals from your other hair products.
This means you must carefully read through all your hair products, everything from styling products to conditioner.
When using a natural shampoo, your other hair products must not contain silicones (dimethicone) or mineral oils (paraffin), i.e., substances that are not water-soluble.Since your new organic and natural shampoo cannot wash away these substances, they will gradually clog your scalp.
Your hair will then become lifeless, stiff, and covered with chemicals.
2) Wash clean with your old shampoo
Your old shampoo that lathers heavily and contains strong detergents like SLS can wash away non-water-soluble substances from your other styling products.
You can thus "reset" your hair and scalp with your conventional shampoo and then use your organic shampoo at the next wash.
However, remember to keep your hair free from non-water-soluble chemicals afterwards. Throw away all non-natural products.
3) "Reset" your hair with vinegar rinse
If your old shampoo contains non-water-soluble chemicals or silicones, or if it has gone so far that your scalp itches and you may even be losing hair, then a conventional shampoo rarely helps to wash clean.
You must then rinse your hair and scalp with apple cider vinegar. It restores pH balance, clears away the chemicals, and gives your hair shine.
Apple cider vinegar rinse
Dilute about 1-3 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar in a glass of water.
Rinse your hair with the diluted vinegar after shampooing.
Then use conditioner as usual.
4) Find the right shampoo for your hair type
Just like conventional shampoos, there's a vast array of organic and natural shampoos. Therefore, it may be that the shampoo you've chosen doesn't work for your specific hair type.
Feel free to ask us and we'll help you find a shampoo and conditioner that suits your hair and your needs. Or you can experiment until you find the right one.
Continue testing until you find 2-3 different ones you like so you can alternate shampoos.
There are several signs that it's time to change shampoo!
