Herbal Essences Coconut Milk Shampoo 400ml

Herbal Essences Coconut Milk Shampoo (400ml)

Herbal Essences Coconut Milk Shampoo is known for its nourishing formula, which is often marketed as ideal for dry or damaged hair. Below is a detailed breakdown of the shampoo's usage, ingredients, and other important information:

How to Use:

1. Wet Hair: Thoroughly wet your hair with warm water.
2. Apply Shampoo: Squeeze a small amount (about a dime-sized amount, or more depending on hair length) of Herbal Essences Coconut Milk Shampoo into your hands.
3. Lather and Massage: Rub the shampoo between your hands to create a lather and apply it to your scalp and hair. Massage gently into your scalp using your fingertips, working it through the lengths of your hair.
4. Rinse: Rinse your hair thoroughly with warm water.
5. Condition: For best results, follow with the Herbal Essences Coconut Milk Conditioner to help lock in moisture and nourishment.
6. Dry & Style: Towel dry gently and proceed to style as usual.

Key Ingredients:

1. Water (Aqua)

   • The primary solvent in the shampoo. It dissolves other ingredients and helps them spread throughout the hair.

2. Sodium Lauryl Sulfate

   • A surfactant and cleansing agent that helps the shampoo to lather. It removes dirt, oil, and build-up from the scalp and hair.
   • Note: While effective at cleaning, it may be drying for some hair types, especially if used frequently.

3. Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil

   • Coconut oil is known for its moisturizing and nourishing properties. It helps to hydrate and strengthen the hair, making it softer and shinier.

4. Cocamidopropyl Betaine

   • A mild surfactant derived from coconut oil, used to help cleanse the hair and create foam without irritating the scalp.

5. Glycol Distearate

   • An emulsifying agent that helps keep the shampoo's formula consistent and gives it a creamy texture. It also adds a pearlescent effect.

6. Dimethicone

   • A type of silicone that coats the hair, giving it smoothness and shine. It helps in preventing frizz and adds a layer of protection to the hair strands.

7. Citric Acid

   • A naturally occurring acid that adjusts the pH level of the shampoo. It helps maintain the scalp’s natural pH balance and enhances the performance of other ingredients.

8. Polyquaternium-10

   • A conditioning agent that smooths and detangles hair, reducing static and frizz.

9. Fragrance (Parfum)

   • Provides the pleasant tropical scent of coconut and other fragrances, giving the product its characteristic scent.

10. Sodium Chloride

    • Commonly used as a thickening agent. It helps control the viscosity of the shampoo, making it the right consistency for application.

11. DMDM Hydantoin

    • A preservative that helps prevent bacterial growth and extends the shelf life of the product.

12. Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E)

    • An antioxidant that helps protect the hair and scalp from environmental damage and supports overall hair health.

13. Disodium EDTA

    • A chelating agent that binds to metal ions in the water (like calcium and magnesium) and prevents them from interfering with the shampoo’s performance.

14. Benzophenone-4

    • A UV filter that protects hair from the harmful effects of the sun and prevents color fading.

Features and Benefits:

• Hydrating Coconut Milk: The presence of coconut milk and coconut oil helps provide hydration and nourishment for dry, brittle hair, leaving it softer and more manageable.
• Cleansing Formula: The combination of surfactants (like sodium lauryl sulfate) and milder cleansing agents (like cocamidopropyl betaine) effectively cleanses the hair without being too harsh.
• Smooth and Frizz-Free: The addition of dimethicone helps smooth the hair cuticle, reducing frizz and enhancing shine.
• Pleasant Scent: The tropical coconut scent is a popular feature, offering a refreshing and pleasant aroma.
• Moisturizing: Ideal for dry, damaged, or color-treated hair, this shampoo helps retain moisture in the hair.

Ideal For:

• Dry or damaged hair
• Hair in need of hydration and nourishment
• Frizzy hair
• Curly or wavy hair (due to its moisturizing properties)

Warnings and Considerations:

• Skin Sensitivity: If you have sensitive skin or scalp, it’s always a good idea to do a patch test before full use.
• Avoid Contact with Eyes: Like most shampoos, avoid contact with eyes. If it gets into your eyes, rinse thoroughly with water.
• Color-Treated Hair: While this shampoo is gentle, the presence of sulfates may strip some color over time, so consider using it in combination with sulfate-free products if you have color-treated hair.

Product Size:

• 400ml Bottle

This shampoo provides a good balance of cleansing and conditioning with a coconut-based formula, making it suitable for those looking for moisturization and soft, manageable hair.