Main Ingredients in Shampoo
What are the main ingredients of shampoo?
The basic ingredients used in hair shampoos are as follows:
- Detergents:
- Triethanolamine Lauryl Sulphate
- Ammonium Lauryl Sulphate
- Sodium Lauryl Sulphate
- Sodium Laureth Sulphate
- Conditioners:
- Amphoteric-2
- Hydrolysed Animal Protein
- Quaternium-15
- Thickeners:
- Glycol Stearate
- Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose
- Preservatives: Propylparaben
- Proteins, vitamins and pro-vitamins
-Botanical, herbal and egg extracts
- UV- Proctectants, Alpha Hydroxy Acids, fruit acids, designers, humectants and water
Although almost all brands of shampoo have these ingredients, they have no health benefit for the hair.
Also read these articles:
- How to Make Your Own Shampoo
- How to Make Homemade Shampoo
- How to Get Soft Shiny Hair
- 6 Hair Thickening Products by OOKISA
- Best Shampoos for Every Hair Type
August 26, 2008 | Filed Under Hair Tips


