Let’s talk about what’s really going down the drain (and into your bloodstream).
Your shampoo smells amazing. It promises shine, volume, hydration—the works.
But what if that lather isn’t just cleansing your hair? What if it’s messing with your hormones?
This isn’t fearmongering. It’s fact. Let’s break down the science.
🔬 The Science: What Are Hormone Disruptors?
Hormone (endocrine) disruptors are chemicals that can interfere with your body’s hormone systems. They mimic or block natural hormones like estrogen, testosterone, and thyroid hormones.
Even at low doses, these chemicals can:
- Throw off your cycle ♀
- Mess with your mood 😩
- Disrupt sleep, energy, and metabolism
- Lead to long-term fertility issues
And yep, some of them are hiding in your shampoo.
❌ Common Shampoo Ingredients That May Disrupt Hormones
1. Phthalates (Often listed as “fragrance”)
Used to make fragrance last longer. Linked to reduced fertility, hormonal imbalance, and developmental issues.
- Banned in: EU, Canada, California Prop 65 (in certain uses)
2. Parabens (Methylparaben, Propylparaben, etc.)
Preservatives that mimic estrogen in the body. Found in many shampoos.
- Linked to: Breast cancer risk, hormone-related disruption
- Banned in: EU for children under 3; restricted elsewhere
3. Triclosan
Antibacterial agent previously common in soaps and shampoos.
- Disrupts: Thyroid function
- Banned in: US hand soaps since 2016, still in use elsewhere
4. DMDM Hydantoin
Formaldehyde-releasing preservative. Linked to immune and hormone issues.
- Under fire globally for allergy and endocrine disruption
5. Synthetic Fragrance
A blanket term hiding dozens of chemicals—including phthalates and allergens.
- Almost never disclosed in full
🌍 Where Are These Ingredients Banned or Restricted?
- EU: Stricter laws on phthalates, parabens, and formaldehyde-releasing agents
- Japan: Limits on SLS and certain parabens
- Canada: Restricted use of endocrine-disrupting chemicals in cosmetics
If countries are banning them, why are we still using them in Australia, the US, and beyond?
✨ Choose Hormone-Safe Haircare (That Still Works)
At Cooper Delivered, we believe your haircare shouldn’t come with a hormone warning label.
What we don’t use:
- No parabens
- No phthalates
- No synthetic fragrances
- No DMDM Hydantoin
- No plastic packaging
What we do use:
- Plant-powered ingredients like Coconut Oil, Shea Butter, and Bamboo Charcoal
- Essential oils for gentle, natural fragrance
- Zero plastic, zero gimmicks, just effective, honest haircare
🧠 You Deserve to Know What You’re Putting on Your Scalp
Because your scalp is skin. And your skin absorbs what you put on it.
So the next time you pick up a shampoo bottle, flip it over. Read the label.
You don’t need to be a chemist. You just need to care enough to question it.
✨ Want Help Reading Your Labels?
Drop us a DM or comment if you want us to create a free guide to hormone-safe haircare.
Or start with our most-loved: Hydration Shampoo Bar and Detox Bar.
No nasties. No worries. Just clean, conscious haircare.
Let’s protect our bodies and the planet—one wash at a time.
