6 Organic Hair Care Products You Can Switch too

Its time to reconsider a beauty detox. When we purge out chemicals found in many traditional beauty products, everybody wins the planet, animals not being used for testing, and us. But like any diet, the struggle to put it into practice and stick with it is real. Switching beauty production rallying be exhausting both mentally and physically with WarPaint Journal we bring you a list of organic hair care products that are produced in India.

In May 2014, in a landmark ruling, the Indian Ministry of Health & Family banned the use of animals in the testing of cosmetic products on Indian soil. The ban has been challenged by national and international communities.

That means we are applying potentially-harmful substances onto our bodies daily without even realizing it. While researching we found out more about natural ingredients and also about Ayurveda, Aromatherapy, and the use of herbal formulations. There are many cruelty-free and organic hair care products produced by India. 

What does Organic really mean?

We hear this term all the time and, like any word, it can become overused.  All organic really refers to is that the product you are consuming, be it food, grooming products, or what you have produced without the use of artificial chemicals.

There are many good reasons to choose organic products. Because they don’t contain artificial ingredients, they are gentler on your body and contribute to your overall health.  Another reason is that the production methods used are earth-friendly, meaning the planet is not suffering pollution from this product.  And, ultimately the most important is that organic grooming products are cruelty-free, meaning they are not tested on animals.  In other words, using organic hair care products means you care for your world and that’s a healthy attitude!

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What does it mean when hair products have Organic Labels?

Organic hair care products work naturally to ensure that your hair is as lustrous and full-bodied as ever, and it does this without the use of harmful chemical or overdone oils.  An organic shampoo will not strip your hair of essential oils and dry it out but will enhance the natural beauty of your hair, leaving it full of life and shine. 

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Here is the list of Organic Hair Care products for you to make a switch with. 

Aaranyaa 

Derived from the Sanskrit word for “forest”, Aaranyaa is owned by Vedic Nature Care, and according to Co-founder Nagendra Pal Singh, their formulations conform to the USDA norms. We noticed that some of their products are advertised as sulfate-free, which is a smart move. Most chemical-laden products tend to lather a lot because of the sulfate content. Be rest assured that if your chemical-free product does not cause bubbles, it is still healthier for your skin as well as the environment. 

While they have a range of products in skin, hair, bath, acne, and foot care, their website could do with a facelift and showcase their range a little better. Add this organic hair care product: Aaranyaa hair oils have varieties. This rejuvenating hair oil has the goodness of sesame, coconut oil, Bhringraj, Amla, Shikhakai, Methi, Gotukola, Ashwagandha, Basil, Tea Tree, and Vitamin A. 

Price range:  INR 350–INR495

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Just Herbs 

Banker turned entrepreneur Dr. Neena Chopra says she created Just Herbs for women who were conscious of what went to their beauty products. Completely organic in nature. Just Herbs products have no petrochemicals, parabens, SLS, and other chemicals.

Their range includes skin, hair, and body care products, and they have a versatile miniature travel kit that can be completely customized based on your favorite ingredients and textures. Comprising six products of your choice, the package costs INR 595.

Just Herbs Silky Strength Aloe vera-Wheatgerm Moisturising Shampoo is for INR 295 for 200 ml.

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SOS Organic

This is a little foundation based in Uttrakhand. They have a limited range. Instead of liquid shampoo and shaving creams, they have shampoo and shaving bars, which are recommended for travel. They have a range of body butter and creams, around 16 variants of handcrafted luxury soaps, including scrub soaps.

You can shop at their website, which also sells organic products in other categories of food (honey, flour, herbs) and home care. A unique product that you can get access to is red rice, which is rich in iron and is typically only available in places like Manipur.

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Vegetal 

Offering skin and hair products, this brand is especially known for its herbal hair colors, which is not surprising since the parent company AMA Herbal is known for its natural dyes for textiles in India.

Price points: INR 195 for 100 ml of Sandal Face Wash; INR 270 for 50 gm of Papaya Face Pack

Websites: http://vegetalindia.com | Vegetal on Facebook

Shehnaz Hussain 

One of the early players in the business, this is another PETA-certified brand, offering skin, hair, body, and make-up products. I have used kajal by Shahnaz and found it to have a bewitching effect (in a positive way!).

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Unique products: Lip gloss & lipstick; Foundation; Hair color

Men’s care: Yes (aftershave and a few other products)

Price points: INR 495 for 100 ml of Chocolate Rejuvenating Mask; INR 615 for 200 ml of Shaflower Body Lotion; INR 395 for Hair Mascara

OmVeda

I found this brand quite intriguing as it seems to be owned by a German company, but is made in India, and subscribes to all the goodness of ancient Indian wisdom on beauty and healing.

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Besides skin and hair care products, it seems to have a holistic range of organic products from yoga mats and bed linen, to a full range of baby products, lifestyle products, and spa therapies. They have an extensive range of of skin and hair care products, which are well-categorised on their website.

Unique products: Terracotta food scrubber; Vetiver bath scrub; Daily Night Foot Oil; Little One’s Going Green Kit

BONUS: MamaEarth 

Damaged hair is one of the most common hair problems that most of us face. Your hair begins to feel lifeless, brittle, dull, frizzy, and hair fall is more than ever before. Everyday exposure to harmful UV rays, pollution, stress, unhealthy diet, lifestyle, and usage of toxic chemicals contribute to its damage. If not taken care of early, it leads to significant hair loss or baldness. So, what do you need for the immediate and effective rescue of your damaged strands? Mamaearth is an India Brand, based out of Gurugram, Haryana. It was founded by Varun and Ghazal Alagh in 2016 with an aim to provide toxin-free and natural baby care, skincare and hair care products.

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