Did you know that not only your skin on the face is affected by negative factors, but also your hair? How to protect yourself from the effects of bad ecology? We figured it out, and now we will tell you.
Why is pollution dangerous for hair?
Oxidative stress caused by free radicals leads to increased sensitivity and reduced protective properties of the scalp. This results in dry scalp and related problems. Hair itself is hygroscopic, meaning it absorbs everything around it. Large particles of heavy metals, smog and other harmful substances settle on the surface of the hair, which leads to dryness and damage. Some substances are carcinogens and, if accumulated, can lead to various diseases.
How does Anti-pollution cosmetics work and what should it contain?
More and more cosmetic companies are paying special attention to cleansing the skin and hair from the negative effects of environmental pollution.
Anti-pollution products cleanse the skin of industrial pollution and do not allow new ones to settle. They literally create a barrier that protects the scalp and hair.
Antioxidants are one of the ways to fight pollutants. They can block or slow down the harmful effects of toxins and free radicals.
A natural antioxidant is green tea extract. Green tea extract contains a huge amount of antioxidants and biostimulants, vitamins A, B, C, E, which are ingredients that fight against pollutants.
Another product that protects skin and hair from the aggressive effects of the environment is oils. They cover the hair with an invisible protective film.
Argan oil, for example, is rich in natural antioxidants such as polyphenols and tocopherol (vitamin E).
Another traditional ingredient in anti-pollution cosmetics is lecithin.
Lecithin is able to restore damaged cells, protect the membrane of skin cells from external influences (hot or cold air, ultraviolet rays), wrapping them in a fat capsule.
All of these substances not only protect against the effects of negative environmental factors, the concentration of which is especially increasing in megacities, but also help to combat the consequences of such exposure.
