What do mineral oils and waxes do in hair products?

We avoid mineral oils within the CG Method . Mineral oils are substances that you can often find in skin and hair care products. Did you know that they are also used in products to lubricate car engines, but also as glue and lubricant for the production of plastic?

What are mineral oils in?

You will mainly find them in face creams, lip balms and also in hair products. They protect against dehydration by creating a layer around your hair or skin, making it less susceptible to dehydration. However, this layer 'locks' your hair, meaning your hair cannot absorb any nutrition or moisture. Within the CG Method we avoid this substance for this reason.

How do you recognize mineral oil in hair products?

Mineral oils are odorless and the substance is transparent. This oil is often derived from petroleum and there are more than a thousand different types. They can be divided into two groups: MOSH (mineral oils of saturated hydrocarbons) and MOAH (mineral oils of aromatic hydrocarbons). Liquid paraffin, liquid petrolatum, paraffin oil, paraffinum liquidum, petrolatum liquid, petroleum oil, white mineral oil and white oil are all examples of mineral oils.

Legislation surrounding mineral oils

According to the European Cosmetics Regulation, mineral oils must be purified before use in personal care products. In recent years, the use of mineral oils has come under fire, leading to the introduction of obligations at European level to purify mineral oils for use in cosmetics. Studies have shown that unpurified mineral oils can be carcinogenic. In addition, they are also bad for the environment because they are difficult to degrade. Fortunately, we avoid this ingredient within the CG Method.

Consciously avoiding mineral oils in hair and skin care products is an important part of the Curly Girl Method . This is not only because of the health risks and environmental impact, but also because it can limit the effectiveness of hair care by cutting off the hair from essential nutrients and hydration. By choosing alternatives that nourish and support the hair without harmful side effects, we can better ensure the health and beauty of our hair.

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