Vegan shampoo: 10 products that combine beauty and responsibility

Veganism is a practice that goes beyond cooking and is all about beauty. Several cosmetic brands have developed vegan shampoo formulas, without any component of animal origin, more ecologically responsible, and with compounds that keep the hair hydrated and shiny. Check out a list of the top 10 to buy and tutorials to do at home.

The 10 best vegan shampoos to buy

Several cosmetic brands already have 100% vegan and cruelty free shampoos, that is, in addition to not using components of animal origin, the products are also not tested on pets. Check out this list of the best on the market, the benefits of each and the opinion of those who have already tested it!

1. Skala Pump Avocado Shampoo – $

Skala Cosmetics is known for its low price and good quality products. The brand is completely vegan and proves that responsible products can be affordable. Bomba de Avocado shampoo is enriched with vitamin A, a component that helps hair growth and strengthening. It is ideal for hair that tends to be dry and frizzy.

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2. Inoar Go Vegan Shampoo – $$

Inoar shampoo is recommended for all hair types and is very cost-effective, making the product great for everyday use. The Go Vegan line promises hydrated and nourished locks, in addition to shiny and recovered strands. Among its main components are coconut oil and shea butter, both repairers.

“It really has this whole vegan product footprint, with 100% plant-based ingredients like coconut and olive oil and obviously not tested on animals. Also suitable for curly hair. Every line has a coconut scent, but it’s not cloying! The shampoo washes well, doesn’t dry out and makes a good lather!” – Bia Munstein

3. Natura Patauá Ekos Vegan Shampoo – $$$

Natura’s vegan shampoo contains pure patauá oil, which gives a great aroma and strengthening to the wires. It is recommended for all types of hair and especially for those that take time to grow. It makes a creamy and abundant lather that removes impurities without harming the scalp.

“(The shampoo) makes a rich and creamy lather, it is a very pleasant shampoo to apply and also very moisturizing. Even my hair being dry I didn’t feel it “locking up”. I think it goes well with normal to dry hair.” – Bia Munstein

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4. Lola Cosmetics Sudden Death Vegan Shampoo – $$

Lola Cosmetics products are a hit among beauty bloggers and are known for their neat packaging and intense care cosmetics for damaged hair. Death Sudden shampoo, like all Lola products, is vegan. The brand promises to end frizz and is ideal for rebuilding locks that have undergone some chemical treatment.

5. Salon Line Maria da Natureza Vegan Shampoo – $$

Salon Line’s vegan shampoo is also among the affordable ones on the list. It promotes intense cleansing while treating the scalp. The brand promises extreme shine to the locks, in addition to preventing split ends.

“The shampoo is pearly transparent, does a deep cleaning even being released for low poo and with weak sulfate in its formula. I would say that it is ideal for roots and very oily hair because its cleaning is powerful.” – Carol Kyoko

6. Keune So Pure Vegan Shampoo – $$$$$

Keune’s So Pure shampoo is a professional line, which explains the higher price compared to others. Its ingredients are 100% natural and free of parabens and sulfates. The shampoo replenishes the nutrients of the wires and keeps them hydrated. These actions result in light and soft hair.

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7. Love Beauty and Planet Shampoo – $$$

Love Beauty and Planet shampoo recently arrived in Brazil, but it is already very approved! The aroma is super perfumed and the line has several options, for dyed or curly hair. In addition to the composition being vegan, its packaging is made of recycled PET and is 100% recyclable.

“I don’t need to repeat about the packaging, right? Too beautiful, too delicate, great taste from the design team and it will make any dresser, sink or counter prettier. The results were: loose, soft hair, well-defined waves and a wonderful perfume exhaling through the air!” – Nana Bastos

8. Lokenzzi Vegan Shampoo – $$$$

And if your hair is mixed to oily, Lokenzzi’s vegan shampoo is right for you. The liquid is transparent and very effective in cleaning up residues. Its formula has ginger and hibiscus, which provides shiny hair and a super pleasant smell.

“It makes a lot, with a small amount you can wash your hair well. I really liked this shampoo, it left my hair soft and shiny, not to mention the smell is very good, delicious!” – Julia Doorman

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9. Cativa Vegan Shampoo – $$

In addition to the conventional ones, there are also vegan options of bar shampoos. Similar to a soap, Cativa’s product is compact to carry and has the same functionality as a liquid shampoo. Among the components is the pitanga extract, which has antioxidant and regenerative assets.

“It cleans very well, it even makes that clean noise, you know?! I didn’t have to repeat the wash. It didn’t dry out, I liked it a lot! And look, I’ve used several soaps like shampoo and other solid shampoos in these 4 years! It delivers what it promises!” – Healthy beauty project

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10. Souvie Organic-poo Vegan Shampoo – $$$$

Souvie is known for manufacturing conscious and specific products for certain audiences, such as pregnant women. Organic-poo vegan shampoo is natural and organic. The brand promises intense hydration and protection against everyday external aggressions. Its formula, composed of açaí oil and chamomile extract, provides shine and softness to the hair.

“It has an almost transparent consistency, doesn’t weigh the hair down and is ideal for the day. I’m on my second bottle and from the organic ones I’ve tried, it’s definitely one of the best. And besides, it has a pump.” – Francieli Rossin

There are options for different pockets and for different hair types. It is good to point out that the product being vegan does not guarantee that it is natural or organic, so be aware of the list of components present in the packaging.

How to make homemade vegan shampoo

And if you find it hard to find vegan products or prefer to try homemade and organic recipes at home, check out these tutorials on how to make your own shampoo:

Inexpensive, sulfate-free vegan shampoo

It is possible to make a vegan and natural shampoo for less than 5 reais! The secret is the juá splinters, a component that produces foam and removes the residues from the wires. The other ingredients are: water and hibiscus leaves. See the full step-by-step in the video.

Homemade vegan shampoo with oatmeal

This shampoo is super easy to make and only takes two ingredients: water and oatmeal. Just boil them both, strain and place in a container. The results and the complete tutorial can be seen in the video.

Tutorial: how to make natural and vegan shampoo at home

This video shows us how to make and use a vegan and natural shampoo with rosemary, juá peels, xanthan gum and water. This recipe results in a creamy product that cleans the hair and scalp well.

In addition to being easy, homemade recipes are affordable alternatives for those who use only vegan products or are trying to reduce the consumption of highly industrialized cosmetics. And to keep your locks healthy, check out the benefits of salt-free shampoo.