There are so many different hair care products available on the market today that can do many things for our hair. They can shampoo it, condition it, colour it, protect it and more!

However, the bad news is that a number of these products contain ingredients that are unhealthy both for our bodies and for the environment. This is why making the move towards organic hair care is a good idea - and it isn't as difficult as it might seem.

There are a number of natural hair care products available, and they are improving all the time. Whilst these may be a little more expensive than the standard brands, they are much better for your health and the environment.

You don't have to change everything you use. Why not just try one organic hair care product and see if it works for you?

If you want to know what's wrong with traditional products then you should know that they contain a whole range of toxic ingredients. These include many products that haven't even been tested for safety on humans, and are generally thought to be bad for our health - a contributing factor in diseases such as cancer.

Not every single ingredient is going to be bad for you, but some of the most common ingredients in hair products include lauryl and laureth sulfates, which are used to turn it into a lather. They also usually contain parabens which are types of preservatives - all of these ingredients are bad for your health.

There are natural alternatives available which some products may use, including grapeseed extracts or neem oil for preservatives.

Probably the healthiest way to wash and care for your hair is to use home made organic hair care products. But not all of us have the time for this, so if you're looking to buy ready-made products here are a few points to look out for:

Though some products may call themselves natural or organic, they could be misleading you. This is why you need to look a little further into the ingredients to make sure they are safe. This includes:

• Products that are free from parabens, as this ingredient can cause problems for your skin and can increase oestrogen levels.
• The product has been tested by ethical methods, proving that no animals were harmed in the process.
• Vitamin E is a great ingredient for keeping your scalp healthy.

These are just a few things to look out for, though over time you will become a lot more accustomed to looking for the best ingredients.

Choosing organic hair care can take a bit of effort at first. However, just change what you use gradually and it will become a lot easier to find products that are safe for you and the environment.