If your hair is looking dry, dull, or weighed down, the culprit might just be product buildup on your scalp and hair. Spray, mousse, styling gel, and even some types of conditioners and shampoos can leave a bit of residue on your hair that can build up with the passing of time. This residue will weigh down your hair and dry it out, which makes it more susceptible to breaking and can lead to an appearance of thinning. Aside from diminishing the natural shine, buildup also damages hair by clogging your follicles, and this can impede new growth.
Try these tips to combat buildup and keep your locks looking healthy.
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Shampoo
Regular shampoos are made so that they remove excess oil and dirt from your hair. However, a hair detox shampoo is specifically formulated to remove buildup. You should utilize this type of product on a monthly basis, or once a week if you use quite a bit of styling product, in order to eliminate excess residue.
Micellar Water
If you ask French women for their secret to beauty, the answer will likely be micellar water. This is a beloved product that’s been a favorite for years and is utilized as a way to nourish, tone, and deep clean skin. These days, it can also be found in some hair products. Micellar water is a multi-use product that hydrates while it cleans. It removes oil and dirt by utilizing micellars, which are actually tiny clusters of a particular type of molecule that attach to and then dissolve impurities. Hair products that contain micellar water are free from harsh ingredients but typically contain nourishing oils. This makes them a bit gentler than a clarifying shampoo. You should only use this once a week.
Apple Cider Vinegar
This is a household staple that’s a natural way for you to remove residue from hair left by overuse of styling products. Mix one part apple cider vinegar and one part water to use as a rinse following shampooing. You might apply the mixture using a spray bottle or you can pour it right on your hair. Let it sit for a couple of minutes and then give your hair a thorough rinse. This mixture will also help with detangling your locks while also closing the cuticle of the hair on the outside of the hair shaft. It leaves your hair shiny and smooth and can be used as a part of your regular hair routine.
Baking Soda
Baking soda is yet another multi-purpose everyday household item that’s a natural way to free your hair from buildup. To keep your locks in good condition with this, mix a tablespoon of it right into the normal amount of shampoo you use. Wash and rinse your hair as you normally would. Also, you can rub the baking soda right into wet hair and on your scalp. Rinse it completely out before shampooing as usual.
Too much hair product buildup combined with the minerals present in hard water can make your hair seem drab, brittle, and dry. Natural hair rinses are typically simple to make and utilize. Most of them only have one or two ingredients. When you use them in addition to your regular shampoo and conditioner, they will help remove all of that buildup while also making your hair appear shinier and softer. The four remedies you’ve read about in the preceding paragraphs will mostly use ingredients you already have in your kitchen, with the exception of the detox shampoo. All of them are well worth it.
