That is what I thought several months ago when I first heard of it.
What it actually is: Not using shampoo. Now I know you are thinking...gross! Who does that, right?!
I usually buy some organic, everything free shampoo and conditioner. I really do not wish to have chemicals on me or my kids.
So, why would you want chemical-free everything in your hair?
1. Besides the fact I do not wish to be around chemicals
2. It makes your hair oily and
3. Your hair is so much better without it!
The thing with the ultra healthy shampoos, is that they are expensive, in some regards. Sure, you can get the $0.97 cheap chemical shampoo's and you can get the $50 ones. The organic, chemical-free shampoos can run from about $8 and up.
When I use the organic shampoos, my hair still seems to get oily. I just figured that was because I have oily hair, I have had it my whole life!
Well, I decided to become a little more granola, I would try it!
The first time I used only baking powder, it was weird! I didn't feel clean, it didn't lather, or really do anything. However, my hair looked amazing!!!
I decided to try a few recipes out. I mixed pure castile liquid soap with baking powder, I did like that!
It gave me a little more lather. The hair still looked pretty good. Yet, it was still a bit expensive, I am frugal!
I played around with many recipes, then I realized, my hair didn't look as good as the 1st time I tried it. Finally, I went back to just baking soda. My hair feels clean, smells clean, looks clean and it is super cheap! That makes me super happy!
I did try going back to the organic shampoo for just a few times before realizing my hair was getting oily again!
The ingredients strip your hair of your natural oil, making your body produce more oil, thus oily. I also noticed, I was breaking out when I went back to the shampoo. Needless to say, I love the no poo, my hair is pretty rocking! Its healthier than I have ever seen it!!
For a rinse use Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV), if you wish you can add Rosemary essential oil (EO). This will help with dandruff and smells great.
Deep conditioner: Use an oil such as organic coconut oil, or even a mashed avocado. You want to apply to your hair or just the ends if you have oily hair, then wrap it in a warm wet towel for 30 minutes, finally rinse.
A few ideas for no poo:
Liquid Castile Soap
baking soda
Bentonite clay
aloe vera gel
Apple Cider Vinegar
Oil (jojoba, kukui nut, coconut, castor, etc)
essential oils
My recipe was usually 3 parts dry (baking soda/bentonite), 2 part soap, 1 part oil and a few drops of oil.
An example would be 3 TBSP of baking soda, 2 TBSP of Castile soap, 1 TBSP Kukui Nut and about 5 drops of essential oils.
The best part is that you get to play around with it, you get to see what works for you and find the right consistency for your liking. In the beginning I started with a paste.
Also, I recently read that diluted honey is great as well! So I think I will try it and see how it works!! Of course use, raw honey because it has the anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties.
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