BHC Product

My product contains "betaine". Is this the same ingredient as the Blacklisted "coco-betaine"?
Unless the ingredients are written exactly the same way, they are dissimilar! Betaine is used as an additive in conditioners and is classified as a humectant...
Wed, 27 Mar, 2024 at 9:13 AM
All hair products mostly contain fragrance. Do we still put them away if they don't have any other blacklisted ingredients?
Ideally, you want to aim for products with absolutely no bad ingredients. However, sometimes this is hard. If you happen to come across a product that cont...
Wed, 27 Mar, 2024 at 9:13 AM
Is there any difference between "fragrance" and "perfume," or are they the same?
They are usually all the same unless the brand provided additional insight on what type of fragrance was used.
Wed, 27 Mar, 2024 at 9:13 AM
Can a team member tell me which products are safe or not?
We know how hard and frustrating it can be to find safe products, so we created the Product Scanner to make this task a bit easier on our students. Simply co...
Wed, 27 Mar, 2024 at 9:13 AM
Are coco-betaine and Cocamidopropyl betaine the same thing?
The Coco-Betaine is a natural surfactant used in organic formulations as long as it has been manufactured acceptably; it contains no ‘synthetics.’ Cocamidop...
Wed, 27 Mar, 2024 at 9:13 AM
Which silicones should be used for low porosity hair?
Porosity is an important aspect of the Unique Haircare Profile but not the only aspect to consider when using silicones. Unfortunately, we're unable to c...
Wed, 27 Mar, 2024 at 9:13 AM
Are all alcohols bad?
No, there are good alcohols too. To clean up your routine, please focus on the ones mentioned in the Blacklist.
Wed, 27 Mar, 2024 at 9:13 AM
Should I still use sulfates for resetting if I have a sensitive scalp?
If you have a sensitive scalp, you can go for any of the two options to reset your scalp. 1. You can either use mild sulphates as they are less irritating. ...
Wed, 27 Mar, 2024 at 9:13 AM
Is all the information we are also getting valid for dry-shampoos?
Yes, it also applies to dry shampoos.
Wed, 27 Mar, 2024 at 9:13 AM
Should I only check my shampoos and conditioners or other products too?
The Blacklist is valid for all hair care products.
Wed, 27 Mar, 2024 at 9:13 AM