Silicones in hair products

We avoid silicones within the CG Method . Silicones are synthetic substances similar to liquid rubber or plastic. They create a layer around your hair that makes it water-repellent. At first glance, this makes your hair seem healthier and shinier, but this layer actually offers no real benefits for your hair.

What does silicone contain?

Silicone is not only found in products such as baby pacifiers and bakeware, but also in certain types of glue and sealant. In hair products, such as paraffin (wax), Vera microcirstallina, and petrolatum, silicones create a 'seal' around your hair. This means that the nourishing ingredients of shampoos or conditioners cannot really reach your hair and therefore do not nourish it. That is why we do not use silicone within the CG Method.

How do you recognize silicone?

You can recognize silicone on the ingredients list by the words ending in '-cone', '-conol', '-xane', and '-col', such as:

  • Cetearyl Methicone
  • Cyclopentasiloxane

However, there are also water-soluble silicones that you can use within the CG Method. These do not cause build-up and can be removed with water. Examples of water-soluble silicones are:

  • PEG-8 Dimethicone
  • Dimethicone Copolyol
  • Lauryl Methicone Copolyol
  • Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein (Hydroxypropyl Polysiloxane)

    What happens if I use hair products with silicone?

    Initially, your hair will appear shinier and easier to comb through, but long-term use of products containing silicone can cause build-up. Your hair will eventually look duller and feel heavier. This leads to more frequent washing and can result in a vicious circle of hair care that we try to avoid within the CG Method.

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