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The topic of shampoos, solid or liquid, natural or synthetic, is an inexhaustible well of information and we will certainly delve into it many more times.

How to read the back of the shampoo you buy?

The big boom on the market at the moment is solid shampoo, which is presented with superlatives such as zerowaste, healthy, natural.

But that doesn't mean that every solid shampoo is OK and that every liquid shampoo is bad.

So pay attention, especially if you find the following on the list of ingredients that make up a shampoo (liquid or solid):

This is a detergent and foaming agent that is used extensively in store-bought shampoos. However, research confirms that SLS irritates the skin and hypersensitive types also experience an inflammatory reaction. Paradoxically, SLS is also used as an irritant in the testing of products used to treat the skin.

It is a humectant and solvent that is used in antifreeze for airplanes in addition to cosmetic products. It is generally classified as a safe substance, but there have been many cases of toxicity in humans, even effects on the nervous system or cardiac arrhythmia.

Another substance, often referred to on labels only by the abbreviation PEG, is a petroleum-based chemical used in shampoos to create a smooth, creamy texture. It has caused allergic reactions and contact dermatitis in many cases.

A substance also known as polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS). When used in shampoos, it forms a lubricating coating around each hair strand, adding shine and making it easier to comb. It is known to cause skin dermatitis, but more worrying are reports that it may have harmful effects on the hormonal system.

Unfortunately, even something as innocent as the fragrance added to cosmetic products may not be pleasant for the body. There are shampoos whose fragrance originates from plant extracts and essential oils. But often these products contain phthalates, which act as fragrance fixatives. Although the European Union banned some phthalates in 2005, not all of them cause irritation, itching, rashes and even allergies.

If you want to avoid these substances, stay tuned tomorrow, we'll list examples of safe ingredients and substances, as well as specific recipes and formulations.

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How to read the back of the shampoo you buy?