“Natural products are less effective,” “natural skincare smells bad”… We’ve all heard these things. If you’re still struggling to separate fact from fiction regarding all these misconceptions, here are 3 REAL good reasons to switch to natural products:
Reason #1: Unbeatable natural effectiveness!
Contrary to popular belief, natural products are more effective than those derived from petrochemicals. Their formula, composed primarily of natural ingredients, retains all the benefits of each component. Your hair is no longer suffocated by a layer of silicone and can finally absorb all the natural active ingredients. It regains its vitality and breathes again! Let's take a concrete example: our Vegan Hydration Mask boosts your hair's hydration thanks to a combination of natural oils . Whether you use it as a conditioner or a mask, your hair is naturally hydrated and nourished, without being weighed down! Say goodbye to split ends and breakage; your hair is healthy and shiny. Nothing beats natural effectiveness: a guaranteed WOW effect!
Reason #2: Natural products respect your hair and your health
Natural hair products are good for your hair and your health. " Petrochemicals "—we agree, that doesn't sound clean at all…it sends shivers down our spines! Sulfates, silicones, synthetic fragrances, and parabens…they're everywhere, except in our products! And we'll explain why we made this choice:
- Sulfates : they're used as foaming and cleansing agents. In fact, they're what makes our shampoos lather so well, but they often irritate the scalp due to their harsh, stripping effect. The result? An irritated scalp produces even more sebum to protect itself (hello, oily scalp!), roots get greasy faster, so we wash our hair even more often… in short, it's a vicious, never-ending cycle! At CUT BY FRED, we prefer gentle cleansing and detoxification to rebalance the scalp, with our Vegan Detox Shampoo, for example!
- Silicones : they're mainly found in our conditioners and hair masks. They provide softness and shine: everything we love! The problem is that silicones are plastics that accumulate around the hair (and in the environment). While they do protect the hair, this buildup also suffocates the hair fiber, weighing it down and preventing it from absorbing essential nutrients. The result? Your hair shines initially but becomes greasy and brittle over time. That's why, in our Vegan Hydration Mask, we've chosen a more natural alternative to silicone, derived from… broccoli!
- Synthetic fragrances : ahh, the sweet and captivating scents of our skincare products, we adore them as much as crêpes Suzette! Sorry to be a downer, but these synthetic fragrances are mainly used because they're more profitable. The problem is that they also contain irritants.
- Parabens : used in cosmetics for over 80 years, these preservatives have been under intense scrutiny in recent years! At CUT BY FRED, we've chosen not to formulate with parabens as a precautionary measure. This same principle constantly guides us in improving our formulas!
Choosing natural hair products also ensures cleaner formulas for yourself and for the environment!
Reason #3: "Clean" products also respect the planet!
Petrochemical products also have significant environmental impacts!
- Sulfates and parabens contribute to water pollution.
- Silicones are also highly polluting because they are neither renewable nor biodegradable.
- Finally, synthetic perfumes are generally composed of dozens of chemicals and endocrine disruptors. They contain petroleum-derived substances and are therefore harmful to the environment.
In addition to being healthy and effective, natural hair products respect our precious planet. Producing natural formulas has a much smaller environmental impact. And natural ingredients often mean biodegradable formulas (like ours!).
A natural hair transition is in order, don't you think? How do you achieve it? It's very simple!
3 tips for a successful natural hair transition
- Cut your hair (at least cut off the damaged ends) and break all contact with your old "cover-up" products ;) .
- Start a detox with a natural hair care routine tailored to your hair type.
- Be patient. Your hair has been suffocated under layers of chemicals and hasn't had a chance to absorb nutrients for a long time. It will take between 10 and 20 days before it can absorb them again and finally live its best life!
At Cut By Fred , we use impeccable formulas and only 100% natural fragrances. The result? Natural products that combine natural effectiveness with a delightful sensory experience!
