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Think that formula is protein-free? Think again. Manufacturers have taken to loading hidden proteins into all of their formulas. The question to ask is why? No woman's hair needs continuous protein. Many ladies don't know if they are coming or going when it comes to protein. One look at my HIDDEN PROTEIN LIST has revealed a world of lurking proteins to many a lady. If your hair loves protein you have nothing to worry about. However, if you are protein sensitive like Tressbuzz you know that even the lightest vegetable proteins can turn your strands into a hard, dry mess. Another confusing aspect of this protein phenomenon is that many of the product names specifically reference "moisture." V05 Moisture Milks? Soy Protein. Nexxus Ultimate Moisturizing? Keratin, Wheat AND Soy proteins. Hello Hydration? Coconut milk. Getting the picture? If you are doing everything right but your hair is still hard, brittle and breaking you might very well be protein sensitive. A quick check of your products' labels will tell you everything you need to know. Thankfully there are some TRULY protein-free formulas out there although they are becoming rare. Although I can't list every protein-free formula out there below is a shortlist of excellent protein-free conditioners:
Suave Almond & Shea Butter
Tresemme Naturals Moisturizing
Neutrogena Triple Moisture Daily Deep Conditioner
Suave Naturals
L'Oreal Vive Pro Hydra Gloss
Dove Go Fresh
Pantene Dry to Moisturized
Herbal Essences Self Targeting
Keracare Moisturizing
Think that formula is protein-free? Think again. Manufacturers have taken to loading hidden proteins into all of their formulas. The question to ask is why? No woman's hair needs continuous protein. Many ladies don't know if they are coming or going when it comes to protein. One look at my HIDDEN PROTEIN LIST has revealed a world of lurking proteins to many a lady. If your hair loves protein you have nothing to worry about. However, if you are protein sensitive like Tressbuzz you know that even the lightest vegetable proteins can turn your strands into a hard, dry mess. Another confusing aspect of this protein phenomenon is that many of the product names specifically reference "moisture." V05 Moisture Milks? Soy Protein. Nexxus Ultimate Moisturizing? Keratin, Wheat AND Soy proteins. Hello Hydration? Coconut milk. Getting the picture? If you are doing everything right but your hair is still hard, brittle and breaking you might very well be protein sensitive. A quick check of your products' labels will tell you everything you need to know. Thankfully there are some TRULY protein-free formulas out there although they are becoming rare. Although I can't list every protein-free formula out there below is a shortlist of excellent protein-free conditioners:
Suave Almond & Shea Butter
Tresemme Naturals Moisturizing
Neutrogena Triple Moisture Daily Deep Conditioner
Suave Naturals
L'Oreal Vive Pro Hydra Gloss
Dove Go Fresh
Pantene Dry to Moisturized
Herbal Essences Self Targeting
Keracare Moisturizing
