What’s Lurking in Your Hair Care? Toxic Ingredients to Avoid for Your Little One (and Yourself)

What’s Lurking in Your Hair Care? Toxic Ingredients to Avoid for Your Little One (and Yourself)

Hey, curl fam! 👋🏽 Let’s get real for a minute. Have you ever looked at the back of a hair product and thought, “What even is this stuff?” 🤔 You’re not alone. The truth is, not all hair care products are created equal—and some ingredients can do more harm than good, especially for our babies’ delicate curls and coils.

We’ve done the homework for you and put together a quick guide on toxic ingredients to steer clear of. Plus, we’ll break down why Ooume’s products are crafted with clean, non-toxic ingredients you can trust.

Ingredients to Watch Out For

1. Sulfates (SLS and SLES)


These harsh detergents are found in many shampoos to create that bubbly lather, but they can strip your little one’s curls of natural oils, leaving hair dry and brittle.

2. Parabens

Parabens are used to preserve products, but they’ve been linked to hormone disruption. When it comes to our kids, it’s better to be safe than sorry.

3. Synthetic Fragrances


That strong, perfumey smell might seem nice, but it’s often a mix of undisclosed chemicals that can irritate the scalp or cause allergies.

4. Mineral Oil and Petroleum


These cheap fillers coat the hair, blocking moisture from getting in. While they may make hair look shiny at first, they actually dry it out over time.

5. Formaldehyde Releasers


Yes, you read that right—formaldehyde. It’s a known carcinogen, and some hair care products use ingredients that release it over time.

6. Phthalates


Often hidden in fragrances, phthalates can disrupt hormones and aren’t something you want near your little one’s developing body.

7. Drying Alcohols


Not all alcohols are bad, but certain types (like isopropyl alcohol) can suck the moisture out of hair, leaving curls thirsty and prone to breakage.

Instead, we use nourishing, plant-based ingredients like aloe vera, glycerin, and watermelon seed, avocado oil to keep curls hydrated, soft, and healthy. Because we know you shouldn’t have to choose between safe and effective hair care.

Your Little One Deserves the Best

When it comes to caring for those beautiful curls and coils, you shouldn’t have to second-guess the products you’re using. With Ooume, you can trust that every ingredient has been chosen with intention—for your baby, for you, and for the health of those gorgeous curls. 💛

Ready to make the switch to clean, curl-loving products? Check out our Hydrating Curl Bundle and see the Ooume difference for yourself. 🧡

Got questions about what’s in your products? Slide into our DMs or drop a comment—we’re here to help!


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