The natural shampoos that won’t cost your strands their silky shine

We’re going to admit something a little personal. We’re all super ‘pro’ the environment until it comes to our beauty routines. And no that’s not a slam, it’s just facts. We’re often more likely to choose the products we know and love (that may include a few nasty ingredients), over the natural alternatives. But what good reason do we have not to make the environmentally-conscious shift? Well, we bet if you’re anything like us there’s some tiny nagging voice telling you while you’re stood in the beauty aisle that the natural options just won’t cut it. Well, these natural shampoo choices are here to put a muzzle on that voice. 

Because you don’t have to lose any of your shampoo benefits just because you’ve made the switch to natural shampoo. Yep, there’s natural options from purple shampoo all the way to clarifying shampoos. Making the first switch to eco-conscious beauty with these natural shampoos will change your mind…

Best Natural Shampoo Australia

Moroccanoil Smoothing Shampoo

From $51.50 at Adore Beauty

If you’re anything like us, Moroccanoil was one of the first hair care brands that really stood out as something special. Maybe it was the baby blue bottles, or the sweet nourishing smell, but either way, we took note. With patented AminoRenew technology Moroccanoil, this shampoo works to restore and strengthen your strands from deep within. This restorative effect leaves behind silky smooth strands, with a promise of fighting away frizz for up to 72 hours. 

Key features:

• AminoRenew™ works to strengthen strands
• Ideal for frizz-prone strands
• Adds smoothness to strands 

Available at:

• $51.50 from Adore Beauty
• $51.50 from Look Fantastic
• $51.50 from Oz Hair and Beauty

Christophe Robin Hydrating Shampoo Bar with Aloe Vera

From $28 at Adore Beauty

If you’re unfamiliar with this luxe hair care brand, it’s time to get it on your radar. Formed as an industry leader with an approach to hair care that starts at the scalp (as all good hair days do), Christophe Robin has amped up the game with this product. Not only is this all natural shampoo ultra-hydrating with nourishing aloe vera but it comes in a truly revolutionary bar form. Yep, we’re ditching the bottle (shampoo bottle that is). These eco-friendly shampoo bars are here to transform our hair care routines. With a gentle yet still cleansing formula this shampoo works into a creamy lather and provides squeaky clean strands. 

Key features:

• Environmentally-friendly 
• ‘Bar’ format 
• Ideal for short to mid-length hair 

Available at:

• $28 from Adore Beauty
• $30 from Look Fantastic
• $28 from Oz Hair and Beauty

Hunter Lab Invigorating Shampoo

From $45 at Myer

This natural shampoo is made with a serious Aussie focus. Not only is it made right here in Aus but it’s also infused with nourishing native ingredients. Quandong, desert lime and wattle seed give this shampoo it's zesty, energising scent. It’s made to purify your tresses from any built-up excess oil, this shampoo is the perfect addition to your shower no matter your hair type. Just scrub away and enjoy. 

Key features:

• Australian made
• Works to purify strands 
• Natural zingy scent 

Available at:

• $45 from Myer
• $45 from Adore Beauty
• $45 from Look Fantastic

Kitsch Purple Toning Solid Shampoo

From $30 at Kitsch

Now we bet you thought with a switch to natural products you were bound to lose your beloved toning shampoo. Well think again, because this powerful purple purifier isn’t going anywhere. In fact, it might have just gotten better. Coming in an environmentally friendly bar form, this natural shampoo is here to nourish and neutralise your tresses. This multi-functional bar works to not only kick brassiness to the curb but with added biotin this bar adds a strengthening hit of shine to your strands. 

Key features:

• pH balanced 
• Works to neutralise brassy tones
• 4OCEANS certified 

Available at:

• $30 from Kitsch
• $24.10 from iHerb
• $16.50 (usually $22) from Oz Hair and Beauty

A'kin Deep Clean Shampoo

From $16.95 at Healthy Life

With over 30 years in the natural beauty biz, A’kin has proven time and time again that they know what they’re doing. And this relatively new addition is no different. The A’kin Deep Clean Shampoo features a seriously soothing natural blend of aloe vera, chamomile and rosemary that works to protect, cleanse and nourish your tresses. It’s gentle but oh-so-effective!

Key features:

• 100 per cent recycled packaging 
• Fresh natural fragrance 
• Works to clarify strands

Available at:

• $16.95 (usually $19.95) from Healthy Life
• $19.95 from Oz Hair and Beauty
• $14.95 (usually $19.95) from Chemist Direct

Sukin Natural Balance Shampoo 

From $23.13 at iHerb

Much like A’kin, Sukin have been apart of the natural beauty revolution for years, and have more than mastered the art of natural ingredients making a big impact. This balancing formula will have your strands sorted in no time. Free from sulphates and silicones, this natural shampoo will reinvigorate your mane to manageable perfection.

Key features:

• Free from harsh chemicals
• Features lustre adding Baobab oil
• Works to balance strands

Available at:

• $23.13 from iHerb
• $11.40 (usually $20) from Woolworths
• $15.99 (usually $18.95) from Chemist Warehouse

Kemon Actyva Nutrizione Shampoo

From $34.95 at My Haircare

With products sourced from all natural origins, Kemon Actyva offer a moisturising, hydrating shampoo that works in harmony with your scalp's natural hydration levels. With packaging made from recycled materials and a vegan formula that’s been given the ‘love nature’ seal of approval, this simple switch will have you feeling great about your hydrated hair as much as the good you’re doing for the environment.

Key features:

• Certified organic
• Restores dry hair 
• Vegan formulation 

Available at:

• $34.95 from My Haircare

What can I do to look after my hair naturally?

Caring for your hair naturally doesn’t need to be a tricky routine. In fact most steps you’re already taking to maintain that mane are classified as ‘natural’. Some of those natural steps to caring for your strands include being mindful of the ingredients you use (ie. adopt a natural shampoo…). Avoid scorching your strands with overly hot showers. We know a (overly) steamy shower is a must for shorter body rinses, but when it comes to washing your tresses turn the temp down! And the last? Wash your hair brushes instead of replacing them (although you should do that more often than you think too). Give them a rinse and watch that greasy build-up wash away. 

What natural ingredients should I look out for?

Let’s be honest, there’s a list as long as our arms for mane-managing natural ingredients. But some that make a point of standing out amongst the crowd (and all but ensure silky strands) are hard-hitting oils. Now we know that incorporating natural oils into your hair care can seem daunting (no one wants greasy locks). But rest assured that these natural hair care products know the balance of lustre adding oils and deeply cleansing your strands. Top oil picks include the likes of coconut oil, jojoba oil and rosemary oil. 

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