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The One Shampoo You Should Throw Away ASAP Because It Causes Instant Hair Loss

March 31, 2020 by Hannah Kerns
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Although designed to clean your hair, many shampoos have adverse side effects that could contribute to hair loss. Specifically, if the shampoo you are using is too harsh on your hair and scalp, it could lead to thinning hair.

 

 

 

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Sulfates

Sulfates like sodium lauryl sulfate and sodium laureth sulfate are both dangerous ingredients in hair products. Although sulfates help clean dirt and oil out of the hair, they sometimes strip the hair down too much--leaving hair brittle and damaged.

 

Staying away from shampoos that contain sulfates is a good way to keep your hair healthy and prevent unnecessary hair loss.

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Parabens

Parabens are a common shampoo ingredient. but they can cause major hair damage by irritating the scalp. With that in mind, stay away from any shampoos that contain methylparaben, ethylparaben and propylparaben.

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Silicones

Finding a silicone-free shampoo is also a smart way to protect your hair from unnecessary damage. Silicones can dry out the hair, leaving it brittle and more susceptible to damage.

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With that in mind, finding a shampoo that eliminates these ingredients is a good way to protect your hair from avoidable fall out.

 

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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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