Micellar shampoo

After micellar water, which many of us can no longer do without, micellar shampoo has appeared in stores. What is it – and how is it different from the usual?

What is micellar shampoo?

Micellar shampoo was conceived as a means for daily delicate cleansing. As with micellar water, its main strength is micelles. These small particles literally attract impurities, but at the same time they are gentle on the skin and hair.

Dermatocosmetologist, trichologist Maria Nevskaya explains what a micellar shampoo is: “This is a product that effectively cleanses and does not damage the hair. Micellar shampoo is generally sulfate-free, is considered more gentle and is ideal for dry and sensitive scalps, as well as those with oily skin and dry hair.

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What is the difference between micellar shampoo and regular shampoo?

If you squeeze it into your palm, you will not see any difference with the usual shampoo. Well, except that the shampoo with micellar water is not as thick and maybe foams worse. In color, it is usually transparent, it smells unobtrusively (we most often came across products with a light herbal aroma). And in its composition, in addition to micelles:

  • essential and base oils;

  • herbal extracts.

All the same components are included in sulfate-free shampoos. But thanks to micelles (after all, they are surfactants, albeit non-aggressive), micellar shampoos, according to many users and experts, cleanse and wash their hair better.

Micellar shampoo can be used at least every day

Who is micellar shampoo suitable for?

It is good for all hair types, but especially if the scalp is oily and the ends of the hair are dry, or when the scalp is of a normal type, and the strands are brittle and damaged (this happens, for example, after dyeing or highlighting). Micellar shampoo will remove impurities without drying out the hair.

In addition, cleansing with micellar shampoo is suitable for anyone who:

  • washes his head every day;

  • looking for an alternative to sulfate shampoos.

But for owners of dry scalp, it is better to prefer special moisturizing and nourishing products to micellar shampoo.

Micellar shampoos lather less and can be used up faster.

How to use micellar hair shampoo?

  • Use it as your hair gets dirty, at least every day if necessary.

  • Before use, mix a small amount with water and lather in the palms of your hands.

  • Apply the shampoo to damp hair, rub into the roots with massaging movements and rinse with warm water after 3-5 minutes. It is not necessary to apply micellar (like any other) shampoo to the hair, the foam flowing from the head is enough for them.

  • Repeat if necessary.

  • Use a balm or hair conditioner.

Micellar and sulfate-free shampoos are very similar, but the former cleanse better.

Overview of mild shampoos

What is micellar shampoo good for? For gentle cleansing. But if suddenly you do not find a suitable product, you can use any other mild shampoo – for example, sulfate-free from our selection.

Shampoo for sensitive scalp of fine hair Botanicals “Lavender. Hydrating Essence, L’Oréal Paris

Natural ingredients care for hair: salted with lavender essential oil, coconut and soybean oils. The formula is also suitable for sensitive scalp.

Shampoo-care 3-in-1 Elseve “Color Expert”, L’Oréal Paris

This sulfate-free shampoo is suitable for blondes, brunettes, and redheads – for anyone whose hair is dyed. Thanks to flax oil in the composition and UVA / UVB, it gently cares for capricious curls and is responsible for protecting their color.

Intensive anti-dandruff shampoo for sensitive scalp Dercos, Vichy

One of the sulfate-free shampoos that purposefully and successfully cope with a delicate problem. Piroctone olamine acts on the fungus that causes dandruff and discomfort. In addition, the shampoo soothes the scalp. The result is noticeable after the first application and lasts 6 weeks.

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Briefly about the main thing.

Micellar shampoo – what does it mean? 

According to dermatocosmetologist, trichologist Maria Nevskaya, “This is a product that, thanks to micelles and a sulfate-free composition, effectively cleanses and at the same time acts gently on the hair and scalp.”

What are the benefits of micellar shampoo? 

It fits:

  • owners of mixed hair type – when oily or normal roots and dry tips;

  • those who often wash their hair;

  • with highlighted or dyed hair;

  • those who are looking for an alternative to the usual shampoos.

What are its disadvantages? 

  • Micellar shampoo does not lather well and can be consumed faster because of this.

  • This product is not suitable for dry scalp (if you have this, it is better to use a nourishing or moisturizing shampoo).

How to use micellar shampoo correctly? 

Before applying it on the head, the product should be lathered a little in the hands with water, and then gently rub it into the hair roots, wait 3-5 minutes and rinse with warm water. If necessary, the procedure can be repeated.

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