Many people wonder why clean, non-toxic haircare products cost more than mainstream options. The reality is that producing high-quality, safe, and effective products comes with added costs. Let's break down what goes into our favorite products, you’ll realize they’re actually worth every penny. Here’s why:
1. High-Quality Ingredients Cost More
The biggest reason clean, non-toxic haircare is pricier? Ingredients.
Most mass-produced hair products use cheap fillers, synthetic chemicals, and harsh detergents that are inexpensive but harmful. In contrast, non-toxic haircare brands like CrownLUV prioritize natural, plant-based, and organic ingredients that nourish your hair without the risks.
For Example:
- A high-quality cold-pressed oil (like our herb-infused blend) can cost 5–10 times more than mineral oil, a common filler in cheap products.
- Artificial fragrances contain endocrine-disrupting chemicals like Formaldehyde linked to serious health issues, yet they’re extremely cheap. Non-toxic brands use pure essential oils, which can cost 10X more but provide scalp and growth benefits without harmful effects.
2. No Harmful Preservatives Means Shorter Shelf Life
Big brands add harsh preservatives (like parabens and formaldehyde releasers) to make their products last for years.
We keep it clean—using natural preservatives like plant-based extracts and antioxidants. While safer, these cost more and have a shorter shelf life, meaning we produce in smaller batches to maintain freshness.
3. Handmade vs. Mass-Produced
Most drugstore brands mass-produce their products in huge factories, cutting costs with automation. quantity > quality Not our philosophy.
Our Brand is Handcrafted in small batches to ensure the best quality. That means higher labor costs, but also more care and attention in every bottle.
4. Ethical Sourcing & Sustainability
Many cheap hair products contain ingredients that are harsh on the environment and on workers (THINK: unethical palm oil, synthetic dyes, and petrochemicals).
We invest in ethically sourced, sustainable ingredients—because what’s the point of clean beauty if it harms the planet? 🌿
Sometimes where you are sourcing your herbs, butter and other haircare raw ingredients can be harmful as well. That's an addition reason why the CrownLUV Garden is so important. We are growing our ingredients from seed- no GMOs, no pesticides, no harmful chemicals. By growing our own herbs and ingredients like rosemary, aloe, lavender, calendula, & more, we are ensuring the best quality while cutting cost.
5. Black Haircare Products Are More Likely to Contain Toxins
That’s not by accident. We’re being sold cheaper, more toxic products because the industry doesn’t think we’ll demand better. They don't think we are educated enough to read our labels or notice our products are diluted with water, silicones, and petroleum byproducts. Meaning we need more product to get any lasting results.
But we know our worth—and CrownLUV is one of many changing the industry.
The Real Question: Is It Worth It?
Think of it this way:
💸 Cheap products may cost less upfront—but they can lead to dryness, breakage, and long-term damage to your hair & body that requires even more spending to fix.
✨ Investing in clean, non-toxic products means healthier hair, better results, and fewer unnecessary products in your routine.
Your hair is your crown. And it deserves nothing less than the best.
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Want to know what's really in your haircare? Use our Haircare Label Decoder Ebook to breakdown the scientific jargon on the labels and find out what's really in your favorite brands. We also discuss shelf life, storage practices and what ingredients work with your specific porosity.
