Salon Quality Healthy Alternative Hair Products

Keeping my tresses looking their best has always been a priority for me. So I wasn't too quick to convert my conventional hair products over to the healthy alternative kind. I don't know how it happened, but slowly I made the change to gel, conditioner and shampoo without sodium lauryl sulfate, parabens and other chemicals that I can't pronounce.

Admittedly, it wasn't easy at first. I tried everything in the body care aisle of Whole Foods. Without any recommendations, but strictly by trial and error, I eventually found myself exclusively buying Giovanni hair products. Why? Because they are salon quality that deliver a nutritional diet to my hair. They are not a pseudo-healthy alternative that has a drop of botanicals and loads of harsh chemicals. They are the real deal that truly make my hair look great.

Fortunately, they are easy on the wallet when compared to salon products, too. For example, Giovanni's L.A. Hold Hair Spray costs just over $7. This spray holds great, doesn't flake and is made with organic oils like rosemary, nettle, thyme and chamomile. The Environmental Working Group's Cosmetic Safety Database even rates it a one (out of 10) for being minimally hazardous. In fact, they rate most of Giovanni's products a one or two.

In addition to shampoos and conditioners, Giovanni's hair line includes lots of products for styling and finishing. As an added bonus, Giovanni's packaging is just as elegant as what you'd buy in a salon, but in keeping with the company's biodegradable philosophy.

Thankfully, just because I've pitched conventional hair care products, my tresses haven't sacrificed a bit. In fact, they look as good as ever and are even healthier.