Ammonia damages the hair and is toxic to the environment. It reportedly causes bronchial system problems and other related illnesses. In response to these threats, it seems that the organic movement is taking over the professional hair color market. Organic Color Systems is a high-performance range of long-lasting, permanent hair colors containing certified organic extracts and natural ingredients.

This 100 percent ammonia-free hair color maintains the hair’s essential moisture and protein levels so the hair is not damaged during the coloring process. Pharmaceutical-grade hydrogen peroxide is gentler and is used in the activators. As the most organic, vegan and cruelty-free line worldwide, this revolutionary hair color minimizes the use of questionable ingredients while maximizing its overall performance.

Healthier hair also results from the moisturizing oil base of sunflower extract (helianthus annuus) which reduces color fade and provides a thermal barrier, along with natural anti-oxidants organic orange, grapefruit and vitamins C and E.

Developed in Great Britain and released in 1990, Organic Color Systems was first introduced to the United States in 2003. Now, thousands of hairdressers in more than 40 countries use this professional, ammonia-free color line. Organic Color Systems is certified by both the soil association of UK and PETA, because their products contain no animal-based ingredients and are never tested on animals.

Kathie Takach is the owner of ProjekK modern organic hairdressing, Placita de le Luna, 204 W Grant Rd. For more information, call 520-331-9006 or email [email protected]. Also look for Organic Salon Systems on Facebook.