There are a handful of things that I prefer not to think about and shampoo is close to the top of that list. When I step into the shower and reach—often groggy and unfocused—for that bottle of sudsy goodness, I expect it to be there. This is why I try to buy my hair cleansing products in bulk—in organic, all natural bulk. I seek out shampoo that will get the job done without synthetic preservatives, fragrance or color. And I try to accomplish all of this without blowing my child’s college fund. Thankfully, it’s now possible for a single bottle of shampoo to be many good things: safe, affordable and designed to address your hair’s specific needs (dry, oil, color-treated, etc.)
If all is well, I’ll have one of these bottles stashed in my shower at all times:
Blue cypress is paired with calming tea tree and organic peppermint oils in Nature’s Gate Tea Tree Oil & Blue Cypress Shampoo ($23.97, pack of three). If you struggle with oily hair, dandruff or any other irritating head/hair conditions, it’s time to check out this shampoo, designed to calm the itchiest of scalps.
I love Giovanni. Yes, I love Giovanni. Giovanni Hair Care. The name sounds like the Italian lover I never had, the shampoo is overflowing with organic ingredients and the rectangle bottles sit perfectly in my shower rack. I’m particularly crazy for Root 66 Max Volume ($6.69), which I use when going for the “big” look (also works for those looking to add life to limp locks).
I’m not a shampoo-every-day kind of girl. The unpredictable waves that make up my tresses get crazy if they’re squeaky clean day in and day out. But I know some of you don’t feel human unless you start the day with a head full of lather. That’s where Kiss My Face Whenever Shampoo ($8.29) comes in. The gentle cleanser can be used every day without damaging a precious strand and the fresh green tea and lime fragrance will inspire you to exit the shower and start the day.
Working consistently to produce luscious, effective, organic beauty products at delicious drug store prices, Avalon Organics is unquestionably one of my all time favorite companies. I’ve been slathering myself daily in Avalon’s lavender body lotion for years and have recently taken lavender up top with this therapeutic shampoo ($8.99). In addition to the soothing scent of good old lavender, the shampoo also features beta glucan, vitamin E, panthenol and arginine (an amino acid that can help heal damaged hair).
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