Why Onion Shampoo Is the Best Choice for Chemically Treated Hair

If you’ve ever colored, rebonded, straightened, or permed your hair, you know the struggle—chemically treated hair looks amazing at first but can become dry, brittle, frizzy, or even start breaking if not cared for properly.
That’s where onion shampoo comes in as a game-changer.
While it may seem unusual at first, onion extract is a powerhouse of nutrients that offers exactly what damaged, processed hair needs: strength, hydration, shine, and repair. In this blog, we’ll explore why onion shampoo is ideal for chemically treated hair and how it restores your strands from root to tip.
What Happens to Chemically Treated Hair?
Chemical treatments alter your hair’s natural structure to achieve a desired style or color. Whether it’s bleaching, relaxing, smoothing, or perming, these treatments break down the hair’s protective layers.
This leads to:
- Weakened hair shafts
- Protein loss
- Increased porosity
- Dryness and frizz
- Prone to breakage and split ends
To combat these issues, you need a shampoo that’s gentle, restorative, and nutrient-rich—onion shampoo checks every box.
How Onion Shampoo Helps Chemically Treated Hair
1. Strengthens Hair from Within
Onions are rich in sulfur, an essential element for producing keratin, the protein that makes up 90% of your hair. Chemically treated hair lacks keratin due to structural damage.
By using onion shampoo:
- Your strands regain strength
- Hair becomes less prone to breakage
- The cuticles get repaired and smoother
The result? Stronger, more resilient hair that can withstand future styling and treatments.
2. Deeply Hydrates and Fights Frizz
One of the biggest challenges with treated hair is dryness and unmanageable frizz. Onion shampoo nourishes your strands by:
- Replenishing lost moisture
- Locking in hydration without heavy oils
- Smoothing out frizz for a silkier texture
It restores your hair’s natural balance, making it look sleek, soft, and healthy again.
3. Safe and Gentle for Color-Treated Hair
Many regular shampoos contain sulfates and parabens, which strip color and weaken hair even more. High-quality onion shampoos like DOKMAI London’s formula are:
- Sulfate-free
- Paraben-free
- Gentle on scalp and hair strands
This makes them perfect for color-treated, bleached, or highlighted hair that needs extra care and protection.
4. Encourages Hair Growth and Reduces Fall
Chemical treatments can cause thinning over time. Onion extract is known for stimulating the scalp and promoting better blood circulation, which encourages:
- Faster hair growth
- Less hair fall
- Fuller, healthier volume
If you’re experiencing thinning or hair fall after a treatment, onion shampoo can support your hair’s natural regrowth cycle.
5. Detoxifies and Soothes the Scalp
A healthy scalp equals healthy hair. Onion shampoo helps cleanse and soothe the scalp:
- Removes product buildup from styling and treatments
- Reduces itchiness and flaking
- Balances oil production
This allows your hair follicles to breathe and function optimally, giving your treated hair a stronger foundation to thrive on.
Why Choose DOKMAI London Onion Shampoo?
DOKMAI London’s Onion Shampoo is crafted with high-quality onion extract blended with nourishing botanicals, vitamins, and essential oils to restore chemically damaged hair.
Key Benefits:
✔️ Strengthens weak, damaged hair
✔️ Adds softness and shine
✔️ Fights dryness and split ends
✔️ Safe for colored and treated hair
✔️ Free from parabens, sulfates & silicones
It’s the perfect shampoo for post-treatment hair recovery, offering salon-like results at home.
How to Use It:
- Wet your hair thoroughly with lukewarm water
- Apply a generous amount of onion shampoo and gently massage into the scalp and hair
- Leave it for 2–3 minutes to allow the nutrients to absorb
- Rinse thoroughly
- Follow with DOKMAI Onion Conditioner or Hair Mask for deeper repair
Use 2–3 times a week for best results.
Final Thoughts
Chemically treated hair deserves extra love and care. Instead of harsh shampoos that strip away your hair’s moisture and color, onion shampoo nourishes, restores, and strengthens your strands. With continued use, you’ll notice softer texture, less frizz, stronger roots, and a natural shine.

If you’re searching for a gentle yet powerful shampoo to maintain your styled hair and keep it looking its best, onion shampoo is the answer—and Dokmai London delivers it naturally and effectively.