Wednesday, June 25, 2008

Clarifying Shampoos




The low-down: Clarifying shampoos help to remove build-up in your hair. If you use a lot of hair products they leave behind residue that builds up and can't be washed away with regular shampoo. This causes the hair to become greasy, limp and dull. But, a clarifying shampoo whisks away all this build-up to leave behind shiny, healthy, squeaky clean locks.

What's avaliable: Clarifying shampoos used to be difficult to find and very expensive, but now they are becoming more common so you don't have to go to high-end salons and pay top dollar to get your hands on them. Here are our tops picks...

Matrix Essentials Alternate Action ($20)

Matrix would be your salon splurge if you want a top-of-the line clarifier with professional results. Our pick for the best salon brand.

Jason's Apple and Green Tea ($8)


Made with all natural ingredients, Jason's is our pick for the best natural clarifier. It does the job without any harsh chemicals and is biodegradable for the eco-conscience chick.

Herbal Essence De-Gunkify ($4)


Our pick for the best drugstore buy in clarifying shampoos. If you're looking for a cheap alternative, this is the best out there and with pineapple and cotton leaf extracts, it smells delicious!!

Of course, you can always do-it-yourself at home by mixing equal parts apple cider vinegar with warm water and using as a rinse following your regular shampoo. Don't worry, the vinegar evaporates as your hair dries, so you won't walk around smelling like fish and chips all day.

-xoxo
SHF

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