Druide Organic Balance Shampoo for Mixed Hair

First of all, you must make sure to choose the right shampoo for you. That is, one that is adapted to your scalp's characteristics and not to the condition of your lengths. We recommend washing your hair twice at a time: the first wash cleanses your hair and the second one allows the active ingredients to be absorbed into it. You do not need to use a large amount of shampoo even if you do not get it to lather, especially for the first wash. A walnut-sized quantity of product is enough for each use. There are also no rules about how often you should wash your hair, as we are all different in this matter. It is really up to personal choice, as long as you do not fall into the extremes.

The word "natural" can be used in a generic way. It is often used as a marketing argument in order to promote the formulas. A 100% natural product is restricted to the information provided by the manufacturer and its "good faith". The term "organic" implies the control of the origin of the raw materials which are themselves guaranteed to be organically grown. This is generally reflected by the obtaining of a label which meets strict requirements (e.g.: 95% of ingredients from natural origin, at least 20% of organic ingredients in the total formula).

There is indeed a transition period to go through. The products most often involved are deodorant, shampoo and face care products. The often occlusive ingredients found in conventional products have a "camouflage" effect. The skin and hair must get rid of them and detoxify themselves in order to resume an autonomous and natural way of functioning.

• Switching from a conventional deodorant (antiperspirant containing aluminum salts) to a natural and organic deodorant requires the body to regain control over its perspiration by regulating it naturally.

• The same goes for the scalp and hair, for which it will take time to get rid of the chemical residues (silicones, sulfates).

• For the face, using a natural care product implies that your skin has to regain its biological functioning, regulate itself, get rid of the toxins left from synthetic products, before relearning to produce its own sebum and regain a natural cycle.

These transitions can last several weeks, or even several months in some cases. Don't be discouraged! Everyone can do it and it is bound to be beneficial!

You can find out more about this process on our blog.

First of all, let's not forget that each hair is made up of two distinct parts: the root, on which you should use shampoo, and the length, on which you should use conditioner. The first product washes and cares for the scalp. The second moisturizes and nourishes the lengths to the ends. Our hair is covered with scales that serve as a shield. A healthy, strong, shiny hair that untangles easily is a hair which is protected by its scales. That is the case when these scales are all well sealed in order to form a smooth hair shaft, free of porosity. To ensure good results, you must then use your conditioner properly. It should be applied to well-rinsed hair, strand by strand, using your fingertips, and stretching the product from the lengths to the ends. This mechanical gesture allows it to trap all the nutritive actives and to seal the moisture in the hair by closing its scales. As a result, your hair gets easier to detangle, smoother, silkier and more radiant. Last tip: our conditioners can be used (occasionally) as a hair mask. By leaving them on, they will provide real care to your hair.

Skin reacts differently from one person to another. By nature, it can be more or less receptive to ingredients. Also, depending on many health or environmental factors, the effectiveness of a product can be slowed down.
Nevertheless, cell renewal - which occurs at the same rate for everyone - is the fundamental element to take into consideration when using a cosmetic product or a shampoo.
It is necessary to wait several weeks (3 to 6) in order to notice the true effects of a product.
Depending on your receptivity to a formula's active ingredients, noticeable results may be visible after 2 cell renewals, i.e. after 6 weeks.

Yes they can! Whether you are a woman, a man, a baby or a child, you will find the right product for you at Druide!