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Sticky hair can occur as a result of several factors. In fact, products that are too aggressive, a reaction to an ingredient, regular hair changes, external attacks (smoothing, chlorine, limescale, etc.) are likely to disrupt your sebaceous glands and cause you to have sticky hair. However, very often it is a problem in choosing your cosmetic.

This is why we will see in this article, the different shampoos that exist to get rid of sticky hair. First we will see that the clarifying shampoo can help you avoid sticky hair. Then we will see the best shampoos to prevent sticky hair after washing.

Use a clarifying shampoo to avoid sticky hair

Does your hair look dirty and sticky after washing? Your hair products no longer have an effect on your hair? Shampoos, masks, conditioners, styling waxes, hairsprays etc. are all products which after a certain time roll up the hair fiber and create a layer which clogs the scales of the hair. The clarifying shampoo will therefore be the first step in getting rid of these worries. 

Indeed, the latter detoxifies et gently pickle the scalp and lengths to purify and restore vitality. In other words, it destroys the surplus of hair products, deposits linked to the limestone and dirt that builds up on your hair and chokes the fiber and your roots. 

So doing a clarifying shampoo will allow you to detoxify your hair and resume a healthy and effective hair routine. You can make a homemade clarifying shampoo orthe purchase. Be careful not to overdo it regularly so as not to damage your hair. We recommend that you do this every 3 months about.

Make your homemade clarifying shampoo

The recipe :

• 1 to 2 teaspoons of baking soda (2 spoons for long and / or thick hair).
• 1 dose of shampoo (without silicone)

Preparation and use:

• Mix the baking soda and your shampoo in a bowl with a spoon (there must be more shampoo than baking soda, about 4/5 teaspoons of shampoo).
• Wet your hair and leather hairy abundantly
• Apply the mixture all over your hair
• massage your scalp and your lengths for a few minutes
• Rinse thoroughly
• Carry out your usual hair routine (shampoo + treatment).

Buy your clarifying shampoo

We recommend the Fine Line Apothecary Clarifying Shampoo.

Why choose it?

A healthy composition : without sulfates (SLS), parabens, silicones, artificial fragrances, alcohol, petrochemicals.
Cleanses your scalp with natural ingredients and containsAloe vera which hydrates and hydrolyzed wheat proteins that deeply strengthen the hair.
For all hair types.
Not tested on animals.

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Know that if your sticky hair arrives right after washing, it can also be an alert that your shampoo does not suit you. To verify this, you can simply try doing a clarifying shampoo and going back to your regular shampoo. In the event that your sticky hair comes back very quickly, we advise you to try another shampoo.

And to help you, we have you concocted a list of shampoos that have proven their worth against sticky hair.

Please note: : A quick trip to the hairdresser is also an option. By explaining your concern for sticky hair, he can give you a detox or clarifying shampoo. However, beware. If your sticky hair comes back after you restart your hair routine, our previous tip will also apply. You will therefore need to change your shampoo and / or conditioner which certainly does not suit you.

What shampoos to use to fight against sticky and dirty hair?

Having encountered this problem of sticky hair for a long time, I myself have tried a lot of shampoos, including the industrial liquid shampoo in organic shampoo and solid shampoo. I give you here the result of my personal experience through the different shampoos that I was able to test; but also according to all the knowledge of the editorial staff on choosing a good and healthy shampoo for body and hair.

Best organic shampoo to fight sticky hair

You should know that most organic shampoos use as surfactant cocamidopropyl betaine. However, this surfactant is maligned because it is made from a derivative of coconut oil and dimethylaminopropylamine (from petrochemicals). Although it is polluting, it is authorized in organic cosmetics. Being very inexpensive, it is found in a large majority of organic shampoo.

However, it has also been proven that cocamidopropyl betaine is a synthetic allergenic product (allergy rate around 6%), triggereczema and different dermatitis. This allergic reaction can manifest itself, among other things, by the appearance of sticky hair. We therefore recommend that you choose an organic shampoo that is devoid of it or that contains little.

DOUCE NATURE shampoo - coconut escape - Normal hair

Why choose it?

Gentle cleansing base without sulfates, Cocamidopropyl betaine, soap-free and 99% of the ingredients are from natural origins.
Physiological pH for the whole family.
Enriched with coconut oil which protects, hydrates and restores shine to hair. 
The cheapest.

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MAKESENZ Shampoo - Gentle - Greasy hair

Why choose it?

Formulated with mild surfactants and a vegetable wash base made from organic soap nuts.
Gentle wash, without stripping to regulate the production of sebum in the scalp.
Without controversial ingredients, without major allergens, without Cocamidopropyl betaine, without synthetic dyes, and without polymers.
Suitable for baby and pregnant woman.

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LAVERA Shampoo - Moisturizing - dry hair

Why choose it?

Composed of organic aloe vera, organic quinoa, rapeseed oil, lemon balm leaf extract and witch hazel, ideal for moisturizing dry and tired hair, while taking care of sensitive scalps.
Vegan and sulfate-free, Cocamidopropyl betaine free, silicones, dyes and synthetic preservatives.
Formulated from different gentle washing bases.

You have been warned!: contains essential oils. Not suitable for young children and pregnant women. Some people may be intolerant of it.

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Note: Be very careful with the composition in organic shampoos. Indeed, often the ingredients of those sold in supermarkets are not the best for the health of your hair. For example, it is very difficult to find one without Cocamidopropyl betaine, although it is qualified as an allergen. We advise you to scan your cosmetics for more transparency and analyze their composition thanks to the application INCYbeauty ou Yuka.

And if you want buy organic shampoo online, we recommend the site Slow cosmetic. Indeed, this site only sells products from brands committed to ecological, healthy, intelligent beauty without controversy.

Best solid shampoo to prevent sticky hair after washing

Solid shampoo JOYA SOAPS - Normal hair - All hair types

Why choose it?

For normal hair and without essential oils (it is suitable for all hair types). 
Composed of mild and very mild surfactant derived from coconut oil.
Formulated from 100% natural ingredients.
The cheapest.

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MUND solid shampoo - Volume - Oily hair, thin or lacking in volume

Why choose it?

Free from sulfates, silicones, petrochemicals, synthetic dyes, polymers. Biodegradable and vegan.
Purifies the scalp while hydrating the hair (sesame and Macadamia oils).
Contains hydrolyzed wheat proteins (close to keratin: smooth the scales and fill in damaged areas).

You have been warned!: contains essential oils. Not suitable for young children and pregnant women. Some people may be intolerant of it.

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Solid shampoo Sweetie PACHAMAMAÏ - Moisturizer - Long, dry, curly or colored hair

Why choose it?

Formulated without paraben, phthalate, silicone, sulfate, synthetic dyes, paraffin, PEG, water. Zero waste, vegan shampoo.
Composed of gentle, natural surfactants that gently cleanse your hair without drying it out.
Contains rice milk which protects, sheaths and brings softness to the hair. Combined with coconut oil, its formulation is ideal for deeply hydrating your hair.

You have been warned!: contains essential oils. Not suitable for young children and pregnant women. Some people may be intolerant of it.

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Best large area shampoo for sticky and dirty hair

As you will have understood, we do not advocate the use of large surface shampoos because of their composition. But for different reasons we can all have to use it: low budget, easy to get, suitable for the whole family, sold in large quantities ... That is why I wanted to point out to you a shampoo that made its proven against sticky hair.

Indeed, at the very beginning of my hair transition to solid shampoo, I had sticky hair. To remove this effect, I began to alternate between the DOP 2in1 shampoo and my solid shampoo. As soon as I used this shampoo, I stopped having dirty hair after washing. However, today I only use solid shampoo.

DOP shampoo - 2en1 - Almond

Why choose it?

Industrial shampoo with 16 safe ingredients and 6 ingredients to " limited risks". In other words, it has no toxic risky ingredients.
Contains only one sulfated surfactant: Sodium Laureth Sulfate, the least aggressive sulfated surfactant.
Rated 58/100 on Yuka: one of the best rated industrial shampoos.

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Some tips for choosing your shampoo

• Choose as much as possible a shampoo with gentle washing bases, silicone-free, sulfate-free, paraben-free and synthetic fragrance-free. In other words, without products qualified as allergens or who present skin risks that can cause you to have sticky hair.

• Pay attention to marketing and false products supermarkets that indicate "mild shampoo" or "0% sulfate, 0% silicone and 0% paraben shampoos", which in fact replace these compounds with other equally harmful and allergenic ones (such as for example cocamidopropyl betaine). We recommend natural and / or organic shampoos or solid shampoos if you want to eliminate these harmful compounds.

• Choose a shampoo that matches your hair type and avoid shampoos, conditioners or masks too fat especially if you have fine hair or do not have hair of a dry nature. Therefore, avoid shampoos for "dry or very dry hair" if you have an oily scalp and dry ends or if you do not have dry hair.