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The One Hair Product You Need To Throw Away ASAP Because It Leads To Instant Hair Loss

April 18, 2020 by Hannah Kerns
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Double checking your hair products for dangerous ingredients is a good way to prevent hair loss. Specifically, certain hair products that contain isopropyl alcohol can be too harsh and harmful for your hair health. With that in mind, throwing away any hair products with this ingredient is a necessary step in protecting your hair against damage.

Keep reading for everything you need to know about this dangerous ingredient–and what you can use instead!

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Isopropyl Alcohol

According to Lady Alopecia, hair loss expert, isopropyl alcohol is one important ingredient to avoid if you are concerned about hair loss.

 

She explains, "If you see this item in the ingredients list of your regular conditioner, you should discontinue use ASAP. This particular substance is used in antifreeze, spray for wooden surfaces and shellac as well as certain conditioners, which may indicate how potent it is and how harmful it could be for your hair."

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Instead, she recommends turning to more natural moisturizing ingredients to keep your hair soft and healthy, explaining, "Try and look for more natural solutions, for instance, products that are rich in Vitamin E or other moisturizing ingredients.  Alternatively, cease using conditioner altogether and apply a treatment of coconut or neem oil twice a week to keep your hair and scalp in a healthier condition."

 

Keep reading to shop these natural conditioning oils!

coconut oil

Garden of Life Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil ($8.39)

neem oil

Premium Organic Neem Oil Virgin ($8.29)

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Hannah Kerns pitches and writes compelling stories for SheFinds' readers. When she isn't listening to podcasts or catching up on true crime, she covers the latest in beauty, health, fashion, and celebrity news. To reach Hannah, email hannah@shefinds.com.

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