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Byline: LIANA SCHAFFNER
Sulfates, common detergents in many cleansers, first got a bad rap when a study found that prolonged exposure to high concentrations could cause skin irritation. Now, many companies assert that sulfates also do a number on hair, stripping it of moisture and causing color to fade more quickly. That's why new shampoos from L'OrA[c]al Paris EverPure, Fekkai Au Naturel, Sexy Hair Organics, and Jonathan Product Green Rootine contain no sulfates in an effort to clean hair gently. But experts say that sulfate-free shampoos aren't necessarily easy on hair. "All cleansing agents strip hair of oils, whether they are sulfates or the slightly milder detergents in these products," says cosmetic ...