Take a Shampoo Hiatus!
Would you give up shampoo if it meant shinier, healthier hair-and less stress on the environment to boot?
If so, you're among a growing group of beauty-conscious people embracing the no 'poo movement. The 'poo, of course, refers to shampoo, the shower essential that Americans use 4.59 times each week.
Some dermatologists and hair stylists say that frequent washes cause the sebaceous glands to over-produce oil. Hence, a greasy scalp that leads you to shampoo more frequently, giving you dry ends - and the cycle continues.
To get through your no 'poo experiment, it's important to know that you can rinse your hair. Hot water (for a mild clean) or vinegar (for shine) are your best bets. And don't be afraid to blow-dry and style as usual. Your moisturized strands will respond to styling like never before. If you're a curly-haired beauty, you'll see more definition to your curls- and less frizz!
If your no 'poo experiment proves too difficult, try reducing your weekly shampoos (can you get it down to one or two?), and your hair will also benefit.
Thinking about joining in? Here are our must-haves for maintaining gorgeous hair during your no 'poo…
What will happen if you have less lather in your life? You'll need some beauty backup to make sure that your hair stays in top shape as you transition. Check out our must-haves for no 'pooing:
Natural bristle brush
Brush your hair daily to distribute natural scalp oils from the roots to the ends of your hair. Do you see the shine already?
Dry shampoo
Use caution! Employ this tool sparingly (you risk itchy scalp if you pour on too much). In a pinch, a few shakes will transform overly-greasy spots and save your entire look. We like SkinnySkinny dry shampoo, for its talc-free formula and organic ingredients.
Blow dryer
If you choose to rinse your hair, you might want to dry your locks with a blow dryer to give them volume and movement.
Curling or straightening iron
Get ready to watch curls hold better than ever. Have fun styling and you might not even sweat the no 'poo transition.
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