Certified Green Salon

A life without toxic substances

Living a sustainable life is not just about eating organic or recycling, it is also about being mindful of what we put into our bodies and the environment. An important part of this is choosing the right salons for our beauty treatments. A green salon is an excellent option for those of you who want to live a more sustainable life without toxic substances.

Criteria for Green Salon certification

Every year we certify our salons according to Grön Salong, which is a Danish certification that aims to avoid toxic chemicals in the beauty industry. However, the criteria for being certified involve more than that and here is a list of some of the points we must meet:

• Products used must not contain substances from the list of prohibited substances
• Green Heads is observant of substances that cause allergies and hypersensitivity
• We never let bleach come into contact with our clients' scalp.
• Salon managers have completed the Green Salon theory course.
• The salon manager keeps staff constantly informed and takes refresher courses at least every two years.
• Green Head's hairdressers have or are in the process of obtaining a journeyman's certificate.
• The salon only uses environmentally friendly cleaning products.
• The salon's electricity consumption comes from good environmental choices
• Everything served at Green Heads comes from organic suppliers.
• We pack products in paper bags when selling.
• The salon must handle recycling according to instructions and sort at source.

A green salon focuses on sustainability and health, in addition to beauty. This means that we use products that are as natural as possible and, above all, free from harmful chemicals. We also use energy-efficient equipment and recyclable materials to reduce their carbon footprint.

The benefits of choosing a green salon are many. First, you can be sure that the products used will not harm your body or the environment. Traditional beauty products can contain harmful chemicals that can be dangerous to your health in the long run. By choosing a green salon, you reduce that risk.

Secondly, it feels good to be contributing to a more sustainable future. By supporting greener businesses, you help reduce the negative impact that traditional beauty salons have on the environment. By choosing a green salon, you also show that there is a demand for more sustainable alternatives, which in turn can influence more companies to transition to more sustainable operations.

Thirdly, a green salon is truly focused on the customer experience. This means you can expect more personal service and a wonderfully relaxing atmosphere. Our staff are very knowledgeable about the products we use and can advise you on which products are best for your hair.

Toxic chemicals

The most toxic substances in hair care are usually those called PPD (para-phenylenediamine) and ammonia.

PPD is often used in hair coloring products that provide permanent hair color and can cause allergic reactions, skin irritations, and other health problems. Ammonia is often used to open up the hair shaft and make it easier for the color to penetrate the hair, but can also cause skin irritation and damage the hair in the long term.

Other substances that can be harmful in hair care products include: sulfates , parabens and Silicones . Sulfates are often used in shampoos to make it lather, but can dry out hair and cause skin irritation. Parabens are used as preservatives and can have hormone-disrupting effects. Silicones are used to make hair soft and shiny, but can clog hair follicles and make hair look dull and lifeless in the long run.

The chemicals we avoid are those that are allergenic, hormone disruptors and harmful to the environment. The biggest culprits when it comes to these substances are usually found in hair dyes and some of them are from toluene-2,5-diamine (PTD), P-phenylenediamine (PPD), resorcinol, ammonia, perfume, silicones, phthalates. But they are also found in common care and styling products. If you want to read more about how these substances can affect both us and the environment, you can read more here .

The simple solution

It is important to read the ingredients list when choosing hair care products and avoid products that contain harmful substances. But if you don't know all the substances, the easiest solution is to simply buy your hair products from us, either in connection with a hairdresser visit or in our webshop. We guarantee that no toxic substances get past our check. All our products are so "clean" that you can even use them in the outdoor shower in the country with a clear conscience :) We have also made sure to label our products carefully so that you can easily find both perfume-free and vegan alternatives. Here you will find our webshop . Good luck with your green hair care routine and thank you for being part of the solution!

If you want to go to a green salon but don't have the opportunity to come to us in Stockholm, there are several really good salons in Scandinavia, here you will find a list of alternative .

Interview

If you are curious to know more about what it is like to run and work at a green salon, please listen to Frisörföretagarna's podcast "Hair Talk" where we received questions about our Green Salon certification and what our mission is. You can find the podcast here.

Summary

A certified Green Salon is an excellent choice for those who want to take care of their body and the environment in a sustainable way. By choosing a green salon, you can enjoy beauty treatments that are gentle on both your body and the environment without toxic, hormone-disrupting, and allergy- and disease-causing substances. This can make a big difference for your health and our planet.