L'Oréal Professionnel é seguramente o maior nome do mundo em cabeleireiros e cosméticos. Por mais de um século, a L'Oréal Professionnel trabalhou com cabeleireiros profissionais, fornecendo-lhes champú, condicionador, tintura e outras máscaras de cabelo. L'Oréal Profissional é baseado em três valores principais: criatividade, inovação e parceria. É assim que a marca oferece constantemente produtos com tecnologia de ponta e pesquisa, perfeitamente adequados para uso profissional e privado.
As várias pesquisas realizadas em todo o mundo pela L'Oréal Professionnel no estudo da pele e do cabelo tornaram possível o desenvolvimento de novos produtos em todos os campos da cosmética. A cada ano, cerca de 3.000 fórmulas inovadoras são desenvolvidas pelos laboratórios da L'Oréal Professionnel, o que permitiu que a marca aparecesse pela terceira vez no cadastro muito fechado das empresas mais inovadoras do mundo.
Os produtos L'Oréal Professionnel estão na vanguarda da tecnologia para o cuidado do cabelo, tanto em termos de coloração profissional, cuidado e estilo.
Ao longo dos anos, L'Oréal Professionnel desenvolveu gamas de prestígio em todas as áreas do cabeleireiro: Inoa, Dialight e Majirel para a cor, Série Expert para o cuidado do cabelo e Techni.Art para a gama de produtos de styling. Os homens não ficam para trás graças às gamas Homme da L'Oréal Professionnel.

Oily Hair

Choosing the Right Shampoo for Oily Hair

Oily hair is a result of excessive sebum production due to stress, hormonal imbalances, or harsh hair care practices that irritate the scalp. Therefore, a special shampoo for oily hair is ideal for regulating sebum, although other shampoos can also be used.

Active Ingredients in Special Shampoos for Oily Hair

In the market, you will find many shampoos specifically designed for oily hair. The effectiveness of these shampoos lies in their active ingredients that regulate sebum production.

Active ingredients include:

• Nettle extracts
• Rosemary
• Sage
• Apple cider

These shampoos should ideally be used only once or twice a week. Why? Because excessive pressure on the scalp can lead to increased sebum production instead of reducing it.

Tip: You can also apply a clay mask to the roots once a week before shampooing.

Other Shampoos to Regulate Excess Sebum

As an alternative or between washes with a shampoo for oily hair, you can also use a simple shampoo with a neutral pH (pH 7). Very gentle, it does not attack the scalp and reduces acidity, promoting sebum production.

Therefore, it can be used more frequently than shampoos for oily hair, even every day if desired, taking necessary precautions not to overstimulate the sebaceous glands.

Another interesting option is dry shampoos that regulate sebum, especially those with nettle extract. Convenient, they allow you to space out washes while limiting sebum production.

Note: For oily hair, it might be tempting to use an ultra-gentle baby shampoo, but it's a bad idea. While perfect for moisturizing children's delicate skin, these shampoos are too oily for adults and risk increasing sebum production.

How to Use Shampoo for Oily or Neutral Hair?

Before applying shampoo for oily hair or another liquid shampoo, it is recommended to briefly massage the scalp with fingertips to activate microcirculation—about 30 seconds is sufficient.

Then apply small amounts of shampoo without rubbing too much, avoiding the use of nails!

Moreover, it is better to avoid prolonged exposure. Rinse directly with warm water after washing (hot water weakens the hair), if possible, finish with very cold water to make the hair shine.

Do not repeat the shampoo; go straight to drying.

How to Dry Oily Hair?

You need to be very gentle when drying and brushing your hair. You can start by patting the hair lightly with a towel (especially without friction) before using a hairdryer.

Set the dryer to the lowest temperature and keep it away from the scalp, moving quickly.

Finally, brush the hair gently: forget metal combs and generally all hairdressing tools with very tight teeth. Instead, prefer plastic or horn combs with well-rounded teeth.

Which Shampoo to Use for Oily Roots and Dry Ends?

When the roots are oily but the ends are dry, it's called combination hair. In this case, you can choose to use a shampoo with a neutral pH or a shampoo specifically for "oily roots and dry ends."

Additionally, you can apply various complementary treatments, such as masks that regulate sebum only at the roots (clay mask before shampooing, once or twice a week, for example) and nourishing treatments only on the lengths and ends (serum for dry ends, moisturizing mask with aloe vera gel, etc).

Shampoo

7 Criteria for Choosing Your Shampoo

Washing is an important step for the beauty and health of your hair. The issue of shampoo, a product to choose carefully, and not just for its pleasant scent.

1. Do not Damage the Hair

New-generation shampoos primarily eliminate sulfates, these chemical cleansers. Others use mild sulfates. Therefore, it's preferable to choose a shampoo with non-aggressive surfactants, avoiding sodium laureth sulfate or sodium lauryl sulfate, the most aggressive in this family. "Formulas are evolving," specifies Denise Guillouet of L'Oréal Professionnel. Sulfates have been replaced by milder surfactants derived from coconut. They have good cleansing power without causing irritation, suitable for all healthy scalp conditions, including colored or straightened hair. Some products are also formulated with micelles (like makeup removers), which come together to remove dirt and sebum. Wash gently.

2. Wash Your Hair Every Day

Nothing hinders, as long as you choose a mild shampoo. That is, with very scalp-friendly cleaning agents. "One application is sufficient and with little product," adds Catherine Chauvin. If the scalp is oily, use a specific shampoo to maintain volume longer. Or, in a natural version, choose a neutral shampoo (very mild base) to which a few drops of tea tree essential oil are added. First test on the elbow bend to see if there is no reaction.

3. Beautify Long Hair

"It is not necessarily a good idea to choose your shampoo according to the length because it is not what will cure them," explains Denise Guillouet. Unless, if you have no scalp problems, in that case, we can choose a more specific shampoo for lengths. "In any case, it is not necessary to knead them as if you were washing clothes!" continues Catherine Chauvin, from René Furterer. This damages the hair and opens its scales. The foam flowing along the locks is enough to wash them. It is the care they need. Therefore, after washing, the application of a good conditioner or mask is essential, especially if the hair is long. This product will restore softness and detangle the hair fiber.

4. Cleanse and Treat the Scalp

The first role of shampoo is to wash the scalp! It seems obvious, but, as Charline Roussé of Biocoiff says, "you must choose according to the condition of the scalp, not the hair!". However, often, continues the organic hair specialist, the shampoo used does not meet the real needs of the scalp. "In the case of a scalp problem, the shampoo must treat the roots. For example, we will use a shampoo that regulates sebum or soothes (in case of irritation) once or twice a week, alternating with a mild shampoo," adds Catherine Chauvin. Hence the importance of having a good diagnosis: as it is difficult to see your scalp, you can ask your hairdresser, during a cut or a color, to give us information about the state of our scalp. We will know if it needs to be moisturized, nourished, purified, or simply gently washed. And we will avoid excessive irritation or seborrhea because the shampoo used is not suitable.

5. Use Natural Ingredients

Be it natural, based on plant extracts (shea, aloe vera, nettle) or labeled as organic, these shampoos are suitable for everyone. They effectively wash with plant-based surfactants, which are gentle and respectful like coconut betaine and SLSA (sodium lauryl sulfoacetate). By choosing this type of shampoo, you are sure to have a product that respects both the scalp and the hair and does not cover the lengths with an occlusive film. "But organic shampoos, for example, are not necessarily '100% vegetable' because labels allow a little chemistry," says Charline Roussé. To know what is in your shampoo, you must read the labels carefully, especially if you want a truly natural shampoo! These products leave the hair clean and soft, usually shiny, but also a bit dry and rough. A conditioner, applied shortly after, will be responsible for restoring the softness of the lengths.

6. Avoid Products that Produce Too Much Foam

"The more it foams, the more it attacks the scalp," says Nina Roos, a dermatologist. "A real mild shampoo should foam less: this low foaming power proves a low level of surfactants. Foam is a waste!" continues David Baco of Furterer. Moreover, little foam is less shampoo and less water to eliminate it. "This also allows better tolerance of the product," adds the formulator. Also, the claim of 'biodegradable formula' on the bottle is a real advantage to consider in the choice.

7. Do Not Suffocate Long Hair

Opt for a shampoo without silicone. These widely used molecules soften and coat the hair fiber. What can be an asset for rebellious, dry, or difficult-to-comb hair. But in the long run, as they do not eliminate or hardly eliminate, silicones end up suffocating the hair, which is losing strength. "The only active ingredients that protect the hair from moisture and, therefore, frizz, these silicones are eliminated better than before," explains Denise Guillouet. But above all, they are replaced by other molecules, polymers that smooth the scales. For David Baco, "silicones are still widely used for their coating properties, but they are not very 'environmentally friendly'. In other words, they are not biodegradable and are found in wastewater. Therefore, they should be avoided as much as possible.

Hair

Tips for Maintaining the Health, Shine, and Life of Your Hair

1. Hair Care Basics:

Start with regular washing, cutting, and hydration. Choose products tailored to your hair type – be it dry, brittle, or color-treated. Understanding your hair type is crucial for effective treatment.

2. Hydrating Mask:

After washing at least twice a week, apply a hydrating mask to restore moisture. Adjust frequency based on your hair's needs, reducing to once a week after achieving optimal hydration.

3. Gentle Detangling:

Avoid detangling wet hair to prevent breakage. Use a wide-tooth comb to gently work through tangles.

4. Heat Protection:

Apply a generous amount of heat protectant spray before drying your hair with a dryer. Keep the dryer 25/30 cm away and use it daily without causing damage.

5. Styling Products:

Choose styling products that suit your desired look. Additional support is essential for achieving your styling goals.

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