DIY Apple Cider Vinegar Hair Rinse

This DIY apple cider vinegar hair rinse will promote shine, cleanse the hair, reduce tangle and so much more! Apple cider vinegar has amazing benefits for the hair and may be just the thing your body needs.

 Apple cider vinegar hair rinse can be used after you shampoo in place of conditioner. Making your own ACV rinse is very simple, cost-effective, and can replace conventional hair care products.

Making your own shampoo and conditioner is a great way to cut down on chemicals entering your body, though it may take a little time for your hair to adjust. Adding apple cider vinegar to your hair care routine can help regulate pH levels and leave your hair smoother than ever. 

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BENEFITS OF APPLE CIDER VINEGAR FOR HAIR

• It has properties that can help naturally balance pH levels.
• May help to produce shiny, smooth, and soft hair.
• Reduces split ends
• Helps tame unruly hair and reduce tangles
• Reduces dry, itchy scalp
• Cleanses the hair and helps fight against bacteria
• Exfoliates dead skin cells and removes build-up
• Adds hydration to dry damaged hair

Apple cider vinegar is a vinegar made from fermented apples. It is most commonly used in salad dressings, marinades, and for cleaning. ACV is a known superfood and becoming more and more common in the health food world.

It has so many amazing benefits for the hair and skin. It is starting to show up in natural hair care and skin care products. ACV rinse works well for curly thick hair as it will reduce tangles and make brushing much easier. 

WHY SHOULD I USE APPLE CIDER VINEGAR IN MY HAIR?

The biggest culprit to overly greasy hair or dry, dull hair is overwashing. Each time the hair is washed, the natural oils are stripped from the hair. The scalp will then produce more oil called “sebum oil” to replace what was lost. Your body recognizes this and works hard to produce more oils.

*It is important to limit the number of times you wash your hair to keep your hair healthy and strong. Using ACV can help to make this transition smoother.

HOW TO USE APPLE CIDER VINEGAR IN MY HAIR

Rinsing your hair with ACV is one of the best ways to get the benefits of ACV in your hair. It is best to wash your hair with all-natural shampoo and then rinse with ACV. Allow the mixture to sit in your hair for about a minute and then rinse out with warm water.

Depending on hair type, you may be able to use this rinse to replace your normal conditioner. If you find that the rinse leaves your hair dry, you may want to follow it up with an all-natural conditioner. Or you can consider doing a deep conditioner treatment to your hair to add hydration. 

It is important to remember to dilute the ACV before applying it to the hair or scalp to reduce any burning or sensitives. Should you experience any type of pain or burning, stop using it right away. You may need to dilute the mixture further.

DIY APPLE CIDER VINEGAR HAIR RINSE 

INGREDIENTS

• 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar
• 4 tablespoons of water
• Essential oils (optional)

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Mix the ingredients together in a small container and shake well to combine.
2. Pour the mixture over the scalp and massage it into the hair.
3. Allow to sit for 1 minute.
4. Rinse with warm water.
5. If desired, follow up with a conditioner.

ESSENTIAL OILS FOR HAIR

Suppose you can’t stand the smell of vinegar (which is understandable). In that case, you may want to consider adding essential oils to this hair rinse. The essential oils will help mask the smell, and they will add many benefits to your hair. You can add 3-5 drops of essential oils for the amount of rinse in the recipe above. 

Some of the best essential oils for hair include rosemary, lavender, cedarwood, tea tree, and frankincense.

• ROSEMARY– Adding rosemary essential oil to your hair can stimulate hair growth and strengthen the hair.
• LAVENDER– This essential oil has a beautiful floral scent known for improving dry, damaged hair.
• CEDARWOOD– Adding cedarwood to your daily hair care routine can promote hair growth, thickness and strengthen hair follicles.
• TEA TREE– Tea tree or melaleuca essential oil can help with a dry, itchy scalp and cleanse the hair.
• FRANKINCENSE– Frankincense essential oil has many benefits for the hair and scalp. It can reduce itchiness, provide hydration, and promote healthy hair.

As you can see, essential oils have many benefits for the hair and can be especially helpful for helping your hair grow naturally. 

HOW OFTEN SHOULD I USE APPLE CIDER VINEGAR IN MY HAIR?

It is best to start with once a week and see how your hair reacts to it. If you wash your hair more than once a week, you can follow each washing with an ACV rinse. As you get into a cycle, you may notice that your hair can be washed less often.

HOW LONG WILL APPLE CIDER VINEGAR HAIR RINSE LAST?

Because this recipe is so simple to whip up, it is best to make it right before using it. Before getting into the shower, mix the ACV, water, and essential oils in a small container. You can even use a squeezable bottle to make application even easier. 

DOES APPLE CIDER VINEGAR CLEAN MY HAIR?

ACV is beneficial for the hair, but it will not work as well as a shampoo. It is best to shampoo your hair as normal and then rinse it with apple cider vinegar. 

DIY Apple Cider Vinegar Hair Rinse

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This apple cider vinegar hair rinse will promote shine, cleanse the hair, reduce tangle and so much more! Apple cider vinegar has amazing benefits for the hair and may be just the thing your hair needs.

Prep Time 2 minutes

Active Time 2 minutes

Total Time 4 minutes

Materials

• 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar
• 4 tablespoons of water
• 3-5 drops essential oils (optional)

Instructions

1. Combine ingredients in a small container and shake well.
2. Pour the mixture over the scalp and massage it into the hair.
3. Rinse with warm water.
4. If desired, follow up with a conditioner.

Notes

Meant for one-time use.