A super easy apple cider vinegar hair rinse you can do in the shower in under five minutes that will help strengthen your hair, reduce frizz, and remove build up!
If the thought of using an apple cider vinegar hair rinse seems a bit out there, I totally get it. Before I added it to my hair care routine (using raw apple cider vinegar), I was a bit skeptical to say the least. The last thing I wanted to do was walk around with apple cider vinegar hair.
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But, after doing a lot of research on the benefits, I decided to take the plunge. I first ditched my conventional toner for a DIY apple cider vinegar toner and was blown away with the results. I also began researching more about the harmful ingredients in conventional makeup and skin care products, and it really opened my eyes.
As I started working on switching out my cosmetic products to safer ones, my skin completely changed and my hormonal acne and blemishes disappeared. Soon after, I started experimenting with applying an apple cider vinegar hair rinse. Truthfully, when I was experimenting with my ACV rinse recipe, there was absolutely no information available. I started from scratch, and spent months perfecting the formula.
Now, this one of my favorite ways to keep my skin and hair on point. Seven years later, I still do it weekly! And while there are many benefits to apple cider vinegar—both internally and topically—one of my favorite uses is this hair rinse.
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Your hair is actually a two-part structure consisting of a follicle and a shaft. Just below the surface of the skin are sebaceous glands, which secrete sebum through the hair follicle. This oil lubricates your hair and skin.
Your acid mantle is a very fine, slightly acidic film that maintains and protects the overall health of the hair and skin, and it has a big impact on the appearance of your hair. The outer layer of the shaft, also known as the cuticle, is compromised of tightly packed overlapping scales. The acid mantle is instrumental in making cuticle scales lie flat, which gives hair a shiny, smooth appearance and protects from moisture loss.
If you’ve ever had a bad hair day, it’s probably because of disruptions to your acid mantle. The acid mantle typically has a pH of around 5, which means it is slightly acidic. Many hair care products, treatments, and some shampoos are more alkaline (have a pH above 7), which can contaminate or remove the acid mantle.
When the acid mantle becomes alkaline, hair swells and the scales on the cuticle open. This leaves your hair susceptible to breakage. It also results in frizzy, brittle hair which has a “dull” appearance due to the fact that the hair is absorbing light instead of reflecting it. Hooray picture day!
The acid mantle can also be disrupted by other factors, including stress, diet, and sweat. So, proactively restoring our hair to its natural pH and maintaining the acid mantle is crucial for strong, healthy hair.
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Because apple cider vinegar has pH of around 3, when properly diluted with water, it helps to balance the pH of your hair, leading to many happy hair days.
Raw (or unfiltered) apple cider vinegar is simply the by-product of the fermentation of apples. Research shows apples are loaded with potassium, pectin, malic acid, and calcium. Fermentation fortifies the end product with even more beneficial acids and enzymes. Raw apple cider vinegar leaves all of the nutrients in the vinegar, which is why it’s the preferred option over pasteurized apple cider vinegar.
Apple cider vinegar has many positive benefits. When you dilute it properly and apply a rinse regularly, you’ll start to notice some pretty profound shifts in how your hair looks and responds.
While it may seem a little odd at first, apple cider vinegar can fit right into your normal routine. Just do this quick and easy hair rinse once a week to experience the benefits.
Yes! The experts agree that apple cider vinegar is safe for all hair types, including color-treated hair. If you have color treated hair and want to remove buildup (but not your gorgeous color), ACV is the perfect fit!
Have any questions, insights, or experiences you’d like to share? Post them below! I’d LOVE to hear from you!
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This post was last modified on 12/10/2023 07:09
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