Hair 101

Beneficial Ingredients

Now that we know how shampoos and conditioners work, we can explore some key hair product ingredients that provide the quality and integrity that distinguishes Nexxus hair care products. Botanicals and polymers are the nature and science basis of Nexxus’ philosophy. They are key in producing high-quality hair care products to bring your hair into balance.

Botanicals and polymers can further be broken down into the following categories:

* Proteins
* Moisture Enhancers
* Essential Fatty Acids
* Vitamins and Minerals

Healthy hair relies on a balance of these substances, which can be found in Nexxus conditioner and shampoo ingredients such as:

Panthenol
Also known as Pro-Vitamin B-5, panthenol is an essential constituent of hair. With prolonged use, Panthenol moisturizes hair, increases the diameter of the hair shaft and adds sheen.

Keratin Amino Acids
Keratin Amino Acids restore protein and inhibit moisture loss while strengthening and conditioning hair.

Hydrolyzed Elastins
Hydrolyzed Elastin is the second most abundant protein in hair after Collagen. It is a vital protein which adds elasticity and pliability to hair. It also improves moisture, smoothness, and elasticity of skin as well as hair.

Lipids
Lipids are any group of organic compounds consisting of fats and other similar substances responsible for healthy sheen and lustre.

Lecithin
Lecithin increases moisture retention and pliability of the hair and skin, and is a natural emollient, emulsifier, and antioxidant.

Aloe Vera
Aloe Vera has anesthetic, anti-bacterial, and tissue restorative properties. It also contains magnesium lactate, a substance that can inhibit histamine reactions such as itching and irritation of the skin.