What Is Sodium Laureth Sulphate (SLES) in Shampoo?

What Is Sodium Laureth Sulphate (SLES) in Shampoo?

Sodium Laureth Sulphate is an effective cleansing ingredient used in shampoos and other rinse-off products. It helps remove oil and everyday build-up, creates a consistent lather and makes shampoo easier to distribute through wet hair....
Coal Tar Shampoo Side Effects, Risks and How to Switch Safely

Coal Tar Shampoo Side Effects, Risks and How to Switch Safely

While coal tar shampoos like Alphosyl, Exorex, Neutrogena T Gel, Polytar, and Psoriderm have been effective in treating scalp conditions, they’re not suitable for everyone.
Gel Shampoo Alternatives & Guide

Neutrogena T/Gel Shampoo Alternatives & Guide

Looking for an alternative to T/Gel (coal tar) shampoos? T/Gel once dominated scalp care for those with dandruff or sensitivities, but since recent findings modern dermatology is shifting the focus with this new alternative.
Limonene and linalool free shampoo

Limonene and linalool free shampoo

If your scalp feels itchy, unsettled or reactive after washing, fragrance ingredients such as linalool and limonene may be the cause. In this guide, we explain how they affect sensitive scalps and how a fragrance-free...
The Safety of Sweet Almond Oil in Olsson Sensitive Hair Mask

The Safety of Sweet Almond Oil in Olsson Sensitive Hair Mask

INCI: Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil (Refined Sweet Almond Oil). Since the introduction of our new Nourishing Hair Mask, powered by RepHair® Ceramide and refined Sweet Almond Oil; there has been concern expressed about the inclusion...
SLS and SLES – What’s the difference?

SLS and SLES – What’s the difference?

SLS and SLES are both cleansing ingredients, but they are not the same. When comparing Sodium Lauryl Sulfate vs Sodium Laureth Sulfate, the important distinctions are their chemical structures and relative irritation potential. Comparative testing...
Glycerine, can it alleviate a flaky scalp?

Glycerine, can it alleviate a flaky scalp?

Flakes from a scaly scalp – they accumulate in your hair and on your shoulders and often get worse during seasonal changes. Pinpointing the exact cause of your flaky scalp can be difficult, but there’s...
Could the fragrances in your haircare be causing you irritation?

Could the fragrances in your haircare be causing you irritation?

Over the last few years, the scents and fragrances in many leading haircare products have been linked to respiratory allergies and contact dermatitis and may even trigger asthma attacks in people with pre-existing asthma. Majority...
Your scapular health matters - gently does it!

Your scapular health matters - gently does it!

The ingredients that you typically find even in some of the top branded shampoos and skin products today contain chemical compounds which can trigger allergic reactions and even asthma attacks. You may not even know...