Think about the products you use every day to wash your hands, hair or shower… What if we told you that there are more environmentally friendly alternatives to these plastic-packaged products?
I’m sure you’ve heard of them! If there is one thing that is here to stay in our lives, it is cosmetic products in solid form. cosmetic products in solid format. That’s why in this blog we want to tell you about our new launch, the shampoo in solid format for oily hair.
greasy hair
or for frequent use.
What is solid cosmetics and what are its benefits over traditional cosmetics?
The first thing you should know is that every year, 120 billion units of cosmetics packaging are produced in the world.
120 billion units of cosmetic packaging are produced each year, most of them for one-time use.
most of them to be used only once. That is, 120 million single-use plastics that are not fully recycled and end up in the sea or in forests, polluting water and nature. Solid cosmetics do not contain plastic, and their packaging, if they do, is made from materials that can be recycled.
More advantages? Of course! This type of products are biodegradable as they do not contain chemicals that traditional shampoos do, such as silicones or parabens. In other words, in addition to taking care of your skin and hair by being made from natural ingredients, the environmental footprint is minimal .
Looking to save some money? Solid shampoos and soaps are more economical, as they are not produced with water and are more concentrated. Although aprori its price may seem higher, the reality is that this type of product can last up to 4 months if kept in the right conditions. Do you want to know how to take care of your solid products? We tell you about it here.
How to use solid cosmetics correctly?
Shampoos in solid form are very easy to use, there are two ways to apply them:
- You can lather the product in your hands and once you have enough (remember: a little goes a long way) apply it to your hair as you would your shampoo gel. The most important thing is to remember to apply it well on the scalp and not so much on the rest of the hair.
- The second way to use your dry shampoo is to rub the product directly on the scalp.
Here’s an extra tip: You should apply the product only on the roots and not on the whole hair. The rest of the hair will be cleaned with the foam that falls from the mid-lengths to the ends. It is important not to rub your hair when you are washing it, as this will prevent irritation and hair breakage.
Which BRUSHBOO solid shampoo is best for my hair?
Now that you know the benefits of using these products in solid form, what you need to know is which shampoo to use to keep your hair looking healthy and shiny.
If you notice that your hair accumulates a lot of sebum on the scalp, or that it lasts clean for only a few days, you should use a shampoo that reduces the amount of oil in your hair. If you also notice dull hair and dandruff, ingredients such as menthol or white grapefruit oil will help you control these problems. BRUSHBOO shampoo for oily hair will become your perfect ally.
On the other hand, the frequent use shampoo is indicated for hair that is neither dry nor too greasy. So if you notice that your hair is quite soft to the touch and does not present any problems when you comb it, this is the perfect product for you.
What should you consider before switching to solid cosmetics?
As we have already mentioned, this type of product has numerous benefits for you and the planet. But there are some issues you should be aware of if you want to start using them. Natural cosmetics are free of silicones, parabens and synthetic fragrances. When you start using them, you will notice that your hair is drier than usual. But don’t worry! This indicates that it is being freed from damaging chemical agents. Be consistent and you will notice that your hair gets used to natural and looks healthier little by little.
At
BRUSHBOO
we try every day to make the world a better place. To achieve this, we take care from the production to the ingredients of all our products. In addition, in our desire to promote local products, the shampoos are produced by hand in a small workshop in Aragon using Spanish raw materials.
Remember that every action we take has an environmental consequence. Can you imagine the amount of water we could save if we used this type of cosmetics?
Join the change and leave your bamboo footprint with us!