It might be easy to guess that choosing the right shampoo is not a big issue but in fact, 70 percent of your hair health is determined by your shampoo. When in a nation such as Pakistan, weather, water quality, dust, pollution, and diet changes per city, the importance of choosing the most ideal shampoo increases even more. The incorrect shampoo may lead to lack of moisture, loss of hair, dandruff, itchiness and permanent scalp problems. That is why being aware of how to select the appropriate shampoo to your type of hair is the first step to having numerous sound, healthy and naturally beautiful hair.
You are going to read and know in this out-of-this-detailed-guide by Helder Dermaceutical Pakistan how to know your hair, the type of your scalp, and the type of shampoo that really suits you.
Learning about Your Hair type and scalp.
Majority of the population select the right shampoo because of the fragrance, packaging, or marketing and not because of the type of hair. Nevertheless, dermatologists never fail to suggest using a right shampoo according to the state of your scalp as shampoo is a major scalp cleansing product.
. If your scalp is oily:
You require an, clarifying or balancing or oil-control shampoo.
. If your scalp is dry:
You should have a moisturizing or hydrating shampoo.
. If you have dandruff:
You require an anti dandruff shampoo that contains active ingredients.
. If your scalp is sensitive:
You require a light-scented, sulfate-free, fragrance-free shampoo.
. In case you have colored or chemically treated hair:
It requires a color-protect formula or a keratin-safe formula.
This difference between scalp type and hair goals will enable you to select an effective shampoo that is actually effective in your case.
1.Best Shampoo for Oily Hair
In case your hair works out in 24-48 hours or your roots are sticky, you have probably oily hair. Greasy head may invite dust and pollution particularly in such cities as Karachi and Lahore.
Look for:
. Oil-control formulas
. Clarifying shampoos
. Shampoos that have salicylic acid.
. Volumizing shampoos
Avoid:
. Severe humidity moisturizing shampoos.
. Oil-based shampoos
. Silicone-rich formulas
A light balancing right shampoo that is lightweight aids in managing excess sebum without being drying. Scalp-balancing formulas should be used to keep the level of oil natural as advised by Helder Dermaceutical.
2. Best Shampoo Dry and coarse hair.
Hard water, dry winter, and too much heat in hairstyling make dry hair a usual condition in Pakistan.
Look for:
. Hydrating shampoo
. Sulfate-free formulas
. Shampoos with keratin
. Argan oil, shea butter, coconut extract, etc.
Avoid:
. Strong clarifying shampoos
. Bathing every day (it makes her drier)
A moisturizing shampoo helps the hair shaft by nourishing it and restoring the lost moisture that makes hair soft, smooth and shiny.
3. Best Shampoo for Hair Fall
One of the most prevalent hair problems in Pakistan is hair fall. Hair loss is caused by pollution, stress, and nutritional deficiencies as well as hormonal imbalance.
Look for:
. Anti-hair fall shampoo
. Biotin + Keratin formulas
. Strengthening ingredients
. Caffeine-based shampoos
Avoid:
. Fragrance-heavy shampoos
. Sulfate-rich formulas
. Unloving chemical-based products.
A medically tested right shampoo has been used to increase the strength of the follicles and minimize tearing.
4. Best Shampoo for Dandruff
Dandruff occurs due to the fact that either your scalp is dry or oily or it is infected by the fungus or inflated by rough products.
Look for:
. Zinc Pyrithione
. Ketoconazole
. Salicylic acid
. Selenium sulfide
Avoid:
. Oil-based shampoos
. Massive conditioners on the scalp.
An effective anti-dandruff shampoo will wipe out the scabs, minimize the fungi and calms the scalp.
5. Best Shampoo to Use on Frizzy and Damaged Hair.
Frizz is intensified by the humidity in places such as Karachi in cities and coastal places.
Look for:
. Keratin shampoo
. Smoothing formulas
. Moisture-lock technology
. Oils Nourishing oils (argan, almond, jojoba)
Avoid:
. High-sulfate products
. Protection-free high-heat styling.
A right shampoo that contains a lot of keratin will fortify your hair internally and decrease the level of frizziness in the long-run.
6. Best Shampoo in Colored or Chemically Treated Hair.
Hair of color should have low-sulfate, color-safe shampoos since coarse shampoos are deplazing the dye.
Look for:
. Color-protect shampoo
. Sulfate-free formulas
. UV protection ingredients
. Keratin-safe formulas
Avoid:
. Clarifying shampoos
. Harsh cleansing products
The right shampoo helps to avoid the loss of color and make hair shine and bright.
7. The Best Shampoo on Sensitive Scalp.
The scalp is also sensitive and turns red, itchy or irritated easily.
Look for:
. Hypoallergenic shampoo
. Fragrance-free formulas
. Para-benzene free and sulphate free products.
. Dermatologist-tested solutions
Avoid:
. Perfumed shampoos
. Harsh chemicals
Helder Dermaceutical sensitive-scalp formulas are formulated using mild ingredients in order to leave your scalp barrier undisturbed.
The shampoo ingredients you need to know.
When one knows the label of right shampoos, it becomes much easier to select the correct product.
Good ingredients:
. Keratin
. Biotin
. Aloe Vera
. Argan Oil
. Hyaluronic acid
. Niacinamide
. Caffeine
. Tea tree oil
Ingredients to stay away of (in case you are sensitive to it):
. Sulfates (SLS/SLES)
. Parabens
. Artificial fragrances
. Mineral oil
. Silicones (on greasy hair types)
How Often Should You Shampoo?
Your scalp needs to correspond with your schedule of using the shampoo:
. Oily scalp: 3–4 times a week
. Normal scalp: 2–3 times a week
. Dry scalp: 1–2 times a week
. Dandruff head: As prescribed by dermatologist.
Frequent shampooing will ensure that the scalp is kept hygienic.
What is so Special about Helder Dermaceutical Shampoos?
Helder Dermaceutical concentrates on dermatologist approved, pakistan friendly formulas manufactured to:
. Pakistani weather
. Hard water conditions
. Hair fall & dandruff issues
. Pollution-damage
. Daily hair care needs
We have created our products with high quality active ingredient that bring visible effects and which are not severe on your scalp.
Conclusion
Picking the right shampoo needed by your hair is not a luxury, but a necessity to have long and healthy hair. Be it the oily scalp, dry, sensitive scalp, hair fall or dandruff, the right shampoo will get more than half of your hair issues resolved. We do not doubt science-supported formula that targets the real issues with scalep and provides real results at Helder Dermaceutical Pakistan.
The ideal right shampoo is the one which suits your scalp, hair condition and your needs.
