If your scalp feels tight, itchy, or flaky — and your hair stays dry no matter what you do — the culprit might be sulfates. These harsh detergents strip away your scalp’s natural oils, leaving both the skin and hair dehydrated and prone to damage.
What are sulfates and why avoid them?
Sulfates like SLS and SLES are powerful foaming agents commonly found in shampoos. While they do a great job of cleaning, they also:
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Strip away your hair’s natural moisture
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Disrupt the scalp’s pH and microbiome
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Fade colour and break down treatments like keratin
Who should go sulfate-free?
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People with dry, sensitive, or itchy scalps
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Anyone with coloured, curly, or damaged hair
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Those with hair extensions, which rely on gentle cleansing to maintain bonds
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People who’ve had a 12-week blow-dry (keratin treatment) — sulfates break down the treatment much faster
What to look for instead:
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Gentle, plant-based surfactants derived from coconut or sugar
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pH-balanced formulas that respect your scalp’s barrier
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Ingredients like sea minerals, oat protein, or aloe vera to soothe and hydrate
The SEA+SOLU Moisture Melt Shampoo is
00% sulfate-free and packed with marine actives and plant-based ingredients that gently cleanse without stripping or disrupting treatments. It’s ideal for:
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Sensitive scalps
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Dry or frizzy hair
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Extensions
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12-week blow-dry maintenance
Ready to ditch the dryness? Try our sulfate-free system and feel the difference.
