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The ingredients listed on products are listed in order of what is present in the greater amount to the least.

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Have you ever wondered why so many people own tons of hair products and continue to purchase new items. Many consumers are looking for that 'magic solution' in the bottle. But the average consumer is poorly informed about how different chemicals affect the hair. There are many products on the shelves today that have chemicals that may cause damage to your hair. Possessing knowledge of these chemicals will be a value to your future grooming habits.

A few examples of chemicals commonly found in hair products are Cetyl alcohol, alcohol, and Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS). Sodium Lauryl Sulfate and alcohol. They all have a drying effect that may damage your hair.

Cetyl alcohol: A waxy alcohol used as an emulsifier and softener in cosmetics; It has been used in ointments to treat skin irritations. It is insoluble in water and soluble in other alcohols and ethers.

SLS (Sodium Lauryl Sulfate) is a harsh detergent that also can damage your hair.

It is used as a membrane destabilizer and solubilizer of proteins. Sodium Lauryl Sulfate is also used in toothpaste, floor cleaners and degreasers. Tests have shown Sodium Lauryl Sulfate causes the mouth's protective mucous lining to dry. If it can cause drying to an area that is consistently moist, imagine what it is doing to your hair.

Cetyl alcohol, other alcohols and Sodium Lauryl Sulfate alike, are very common ingredients found in many hair products. At first, these chemicals make your hair feel soft, but in the long run their drying effect becomes evident.

The next time you purchase hair care products, take a look at the ingredients. If you find unidentifiable terms, write them down and call the manufacturer. They can tell you what they used the chemical for but it is up to you to further research all of its uses.

When choosing hair products, search for natural ingredients. Natural herbs (such as basil, rosemary, and aloe vera) or natural oils (such as lanolin, shea butter and coconut oil) can induce lustrous effects, softness, conditioning and will encourage hair growth without harmful affects. The combination of the awareness of harmful chemicals and the knowledge of favorable natural ingredients will help you become a more skilled consumer.