No frizz, plenty of body and bounce and not a split end in sight. There are endless amounts of hair products on the market to help us make these dreams a reality, but working out which ones are actually beneficial, and are not damaging our hair in the long run can be really tricky!

Choosing the right products is key, and in the case of hair, sometimes less is more. By putting product after product in our hair, we are often coating the hair and making it harder for essential nutrients and moisture to reach the hair shaft. We end up with build up that is hard to remove, adding weight to our hair which leaves it looking limp and flat. When our hair is not nourished and taken care of, it can become brittle and weak, leading to dryness, damage and breakage.

Making sure you know exactly what ingredients are in your hair products is vital

One of the most commonly used ingredients in hair products is Silicone. Silicone creates a shine and adds a slippery feeling to your hair. It can help smooth and straighten hair, and also gives it a soft, conditioned feel. Sounds great right? In actual fact Silicone, a cheap polymer made by a similar process to that of plastic and rubber, is a man-made chemical used as a sealant against water and air. It gives your hair the illusion of shine, but it’s an artificial shine created by the silicone that is coating your hair. A real, healthy shine comes from well-nourished and hydrated hair that is being treated from the inside out. Silicone usually goes by names that end in “cone” such as Dimethicone, Amodimethicone, Stearyl Dimethicone or Cyclomethicone. Commonly found in conditioner, but also shampoo and other hair styling products, this cheap, synthetic ingredient can do more damage than good.

5 Reasons you don’t want silicone in your hair...

1. Some silicones are water resistant and therefore hard to wash out. Over time silicone builds up in your hair adding extra weight and making it limp and lifeless.
2. Essential nutrients and moisture are prevented from reaching the hair shaft because they can’t get through the barrier that has been created.
3. Silicone can cause hair to become dry and brittle which leads to breakage.
4. Whilst Silicone adds an instant shine, it is not nourishing the hair from the inside out and ensuring the long-term health of your hair.
5. Silicone can cause build up on the scalp which can lead to dryness and irritation.

Intensive Repair Shampoo

An Award-Winning powerful blend of antioxidants and moisturising agents assist to soothe and help rebuild the cellular structure of the hair. Provitamin B5 helps to prevent hair damage caused by overheating, whilst helping hair appear thicker. Organic Gotu Kola Extract helps to stimulate the circulatory system allowing more oxygen and nutrients to be delivered to the scalp. Organic Pomegranate Extract, rich in essential fatty acids, helps to hydrate dull strands, leaving the hair with a natural gloss.

Dianne Caine Australia’s Intensive Repair Shampoo and Conditioner are not only silicone free, but also contain no sulfates, parabens, PEGS, Phthalates or mineral oils. What they do contain is a combination of certified organic and natural ingredients that are designed to help revive and repair dry and damaged hair.

Organic Pomegranate Extract, rich in essential fatty acids, helps to revitalise dull strands, leaving hair smooth with a natural gloss. Abyssinian Oil, and Quinoa Protein are both deeply hydrating, whilst Provitamin B5 helps to prevent hair damage caused by overheating.

Everything you need for beautiful, shiny, healthy hair is right at your fingertips.

Try them today, your hair will love you for it!