Eco Slay Chai Latte Hair Cleanser Ingredients Explained
Updated on February 26, 2024 Submitted by CJ_754
Overview
What it is
Shampoo with 22 ingredients
Cool Features
It is vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe
Suited For
It has ingredients that are good for sensitive skin
Free From
It doesn't contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
Fun facts
Eco Slay is from United States.
We independently verify ingredients and our claims are backed by peer-reviewed research. Does this product need an update? Let us know.
Ingredient List (22)
Water, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Prunus Serotina Fruit Extract, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract, Sodium PCA, Propanediol, Panthenol, Mentha Piperita Oil, Pinus Pinaster Leaf Extract, Equisetum Arvense Extract, Mentha Piperita Leaf Extract, Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate, Salvia Officinalis Extract, Arctium Lappa Root Extract, Citric Acid, Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Oil, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract, Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Leaf Oil , Eugenol, Caprylhydroxamic Acid
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Benefits
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Ingredient Info
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
Ingredients in this product that are forms of fragrance:
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
Ingredients in this product that are types of oil:
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
Ingredients in this product that are EU allergens:
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Ingredients Overview
Ingredients Explained
Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterSodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate isn't fungal acne safe.
Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate is a cleansing agent and emulsifier. It is a surfactant derived from sarcosine, and a common source is coconut oil. As a surfactant, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate helps lift dirts, oil, and other molecules to be washed away. In leave-on products, this ingredient is used as an emulsifier. Emulsifier help prevent ingredients such as oils and waters from separating.
Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate is also commonly found as a foaming agent in shampoo, toothpaste, and shaving foam. It is amphiphilic, meaning it loves both water and fats.
We don't have a description for Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine.
We don't have a description for Prunus Serotina Fruit Extract.
We don't have a description for Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract.
Sodium PCA is the sodium salt of pyroglutamic acid and is naturally occurring on human skin.
The PCA stands for pyrrolidone carboxylic acid, a natural amino acid derivative.
Sodium PCA is a has conditioning, anti-inflammatory, and humectant properties. Humectants help hydrate your skin by drawing moisture from the air. This helps keep your skin moisturized.
Learn more about Sodium PCAPropanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use.
It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolPanthenol (also referred to as pro-vitamin B5) is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin.
lt is a humectant, meaning that it helps the skin attract and retain moisture.
Another benefit is the anti-inflammatory abilities. This means that it's great for sensitive, irritation-prone skin.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
Learn more about PanthenolMentha Piperita Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the whole plant of the Peppermint plant.
It can be used to add a fresh scent to products.
Peppermint oil may cause skin sensitivity and redness due to its menthol content. Menthol also has a cooling effect (like your toothpaste).
Learn more about Mentha Piperita OilWe don't have a description for Pinus Pinaster Leaf Extract.
We don't have a description for Equisetum Arvense Extract.
Mentha Piperita Leaf Extract is extract from peppermint leaves.
Studies show peppermint extract have antimicrobial properties against some bacteria and fungi.
In large percentages, peppermint extract may sensitize the skin.
Learn more about Mentha Piperita Leaf ExtractHydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate is a modified starch used to help thicken a product.
It is also used in foods.
Salvia Officinalis Extract is an antioxidant.
Arctium Lappa Root Extract is from the burdock plant. It is an antioxidant and helps soothe skin. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells.
In folk medicine, Arctium Lappa has been used to treat skin inflammation and digestion.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and look more even.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidVanilla Planifolia Fruit Oil is created from vanilla.
This vanilla plant is not known to sensitive skin, unlike Vanilla tahitensis.
This ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Vanilla Planifolia Fruit OilZingiber Officinale is more commonly known as ginger.
Ginger root has antioxidant, anti-inflammation, and antimicrobial properties.
The antioxidant properties help protect your body from free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells. As a result, ginger may help slow down signs of aging such as hyperpigmentation and wrinkles.
Studies show ginger inhibits the enzyme that breaks down collagen. It also helps with:
Ginger has no negative side-effects and is safe to use for all skin types. (Be sure to patch test just in case you have a ginger allergy!)
Ginger originates from Southeast Asia but has spread throughout the world. It is now a common spice used in many cultures.
Learn more about Zingiber Officinale Root ExtractCinnamomum Zeylanicum Leaf Oil is a fragrance and is an oil.
Eugenol is naturally found in cloves, basil, and bay leaves. It is an aromatic oil used to add fragrance to a product. The scent of eugenol is described as "clove-like". Eugenol is a known EU allergen, meaning it causes contact allergies.
Studies show eugenol possesses antibacterial and antioxidant properties.
Besides cosmetics, eugenol is also added as a flavor in teas and cakes.
Learn more about EugenolCaprylhydroxamic Acid is a chelating agent.
Chelating agents help prevent metal ions from binding to other ingredients. This helps prevent unwanted reactions and effects from using the product.
Caprylhydroxamic Acid is often used with natural antimicrobial products as an alternative to preservatives.
Learn more about Caprylhydroxamic AcidBeautiful widgets for your website
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When to use
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Directions
For Low Porosity or oily hair:
As a cleanser:
1. Apply sparingly directly to scalp
2. Massage scalp to produce suds
3. Start at the scalp and work your way through hair strands
4. Rinse thoroughly.
Remember to use a separate clarifier monthly to remove the typical...
For Low Porosity or oily hair:
As a cleanser:
1. Apply sparingly directly to scalp
2. Massage scalp to produce suds
3. Start at the scalp and work your way through hair strands
4. Rinse thoroughly.
Remember to use a separate clarifier monthly to remove the typical buildup that low-porosity hair can experience.
For High Porosity hair:
As a monthly clarifier:
1. Apply sparingly directly to scalp
2. Massage scalp to produce suds
3. Start at the scalp and work your way through hair strands
4. Rinse thoroughly.
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