12 Good Hair Products that Combat the Harmful Effects of Pollution

The air pollution in most urban environments damages a person’s crowning glory, much as it harms the skin and lungs. Microscopic dust and dirt cling on to your hair strands, making it brittle, dull, and lifeless. In addition, the toxic air pollutants irritate the scalp, causing severe itchiness, dandruff, and hair fall. If you want to maintain a healthy mane, you must invest in good hair products that protect your tresses from pollution.

Here are the 12 shampoo and conditioners with the best hair repair and damage care powers:

L’Occitane Aromachologie Repairing Shampoo and Conditioner

The new formula of both shampoo and conditioner harnesses the power of five essential oils namely ylang-ylang, sweet orange, lavender, geranium, and angelica. These and other plant-based amino acids help repair your damaged hair fibres. Women who use this hair care duo loved its smooth and rich texture when they slather it in their palms before massaging onto their scalp.

L’Occitane Aromachologie Repairing Shampoo retails at SGD51 while the conditioner costs SGD35 in L’Occitane online.

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Tsubaki Oil Extra Intensive Damage Care Shampoo and Conditioner

This came from Shiseido, a popular Japanese beauty brand which exports their products all over the world. Both product formulas make use of pure camellia oil to repair the damaged hair and lock in moisture in the strands. First, it cleanses the sebum-clogged pores in the scalp. Then, the hair tangle control ingredients of the shampoo gloss each strand to prevent future damage due to friction.

The Tsubaki Oil Extra Intensive Damage Care Shampoo and Conditioner is sold in all Watson outlets nationwide.

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Sachajuan Intensive Repair Shampoo and Conditioner

This hair care duo takes pride in their Ocean Silk Technology which utilizes algae and other breakthrough ingredients to heal and protect your hair. The results? A shiny and voluminous hair without the heavy feel. Most importantly, it has UV protectants which penetrate the hair follicles to shield it from the intense sun’s rays.

The Sachajuan Intensive repair shampoo retails for SGD38 while the conditioner sells for SGD39 at Sephora

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Ouai Repair Shampoo and Conditioner

This hair duo’s formula contains their unique Smart Technology Complex™ which resets the damage caused by pollution, UV exposure, and chemical hair treatments. This is perfect for men and women who want to maintain their coloured hair for a longer period of time.

The Ouai Repair shampoo retails for SGD42 while the conditioner costs SGD39 in Sephora.

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Original Mineral’s Original Detox Shampoo

As the name of the shampoo suggests, this product detoxifies your hair to remove oil build-up on the scalp and hair strands. When your hair is oily, it becomes a magnet for dirt, dust, and other chemicals found in the air. Removing these oil deposits will also wash away the impurities in your hair. It contains Australian River Mint which help cleanses the scalp and hair. The peppermint oil leaves a cooling and fresh feel after every bath.

The O&M Original Detox shampoo retails for USD30 in Original Mineral’s website. Try a mini bottle which costs USD10

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L’oreal Paris Total Repair 5 Shampoo and Conditioner

The formula of this shampoo and conditioner from L’oreal Paris ends hair breakage and lacklustre. As a result, the hair becomes stronger, smoother, and shinier—making it more nourished. It also keeps the ends from splitting. No more short to medium hair styles because you can manage a long hair. 

This brand of shampoo is found in every supermarket.

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Intelligent Nutrients PurePlenty Exfoliating Shampoo

This product takes pride in its sulphate-free formula that works for people with a sensitive scalp. The shampoo’s  exfoliation powers strips off the dirt and oil build up on the scalp. The product is also antimicrobial and antibacterial, meaning it protects the scalp from microorganisms that cause dandruff and other hair problems.

It retails at SGD55 in Sephora stores nationwide.

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Equip your crowning glory with the power against pollution

Urban dwellers like you have hair that is overly exposed to environmental stress. Double up the protection and fight back from the effects of these air pollutants so your hair stays beautiful and awesome every day. 

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