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Darkessa
January 9th, 2012, 08:47 PM
I just tried a Vinegar rinse for the first time this evening and found that it didnt clean my roots as much as I thought it would.
I use Conditioner every day when I shower... So im kind of a CO girl... With a mix of clarifying once or twice a week... Im looking to replace Shampoo because I feel its too drying.
My questions here are...
What can I use to replace shampoo as a clarifier once or twice a week?
Would Vinegar be the replacement?
If so, how often can I use vinegar without damaging my hair?
Any help would be appreciated! Thanks!
jacqueline101
January 9th, 2012, 10:22 PM
I use vinegar once a month.
tiny_teesha
January 10th, 2012, 01:07 AM
I didn't think vinegar was damaging. Use it in the right ratio, about 1/2 TB in a cup.
It is acidic, so it will let your hair scales lie down flat, which will actually make it look shinier and lock in more moisture. :)
ktani
January 10th, 2012, 03:32 AM
Here are 2 articles that may help you understand details.
Vinegar, http://forums.longhaircommunity.com/vbjournal.php?do=article&articleid=184
Clarifying, http://forums.longhaircommunity.com/vbjournal.php?do=article&articleid=224
The bottom line is that a vinegar rinse can help remove mineral deposits, not product build-up.
You should not need to clarify your hair as often as you are doing. Using a lighter conditioner for conditioner only washing should help and clarifying can be done every so often instead.
Darkessa
January 10th, 2012, 08:49 AM
Here are 2 articles that may help you understand details.
Vinegar, http://forums.longhaircommunity.com/vbjournal.php?do=article&articleid=184
Clarifying, http://forums.longhaircommunity.com/vbjournal.php?do=article&articleid=224
The bottom line is that a vinegar rinse can help remove mineral deposits, not product build-up.
You should not need to clarify your hair as often as you are doing. Using a lighter conditioner for conditioner only washing should help and clarifying can be done every so often instead.
Thank you ktani!!! I couldnt find these last night.
ktani
January 10th, 2012, 08:54 AM
Thank you ktani!!! I couldnt find these last night.
You are very welcome - in the Articles section, under my name you can click "Read All" for the list that includes them.
Darkessa
January 10th, 2012, 04:07 PM
So I did a Baking Soda rinse.
And I have to say... WOW. Im impressed... I might have found my replacement for Shampoo!!!
:D
Amber_Maiden
January 10th, 2012, 04:13 PM
I don't think vinegar can clarify- but baking soda can! vinegar is really a conditioner/shine enhancer. I use ACV during my washes or at the end. I use undiluted ACV on my scalp, and use diluted on my length. I use it almost every wash.
swearnsue
January 10th, 2012, 04:23 PM
Be careful using baking soda every day. I love it but use it diluted every couple of months. You may be different, just look for drying effects.
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