"No-Poo" What to do Without Shampoo

Over 3 years ago I have decided to go “No-Poo” and only use Baking Soda and Apple Cider Vinegar to clean and condition my hair.

Many people have asked me why, but most have just looked at me like I was crazy. Here are a few simple reasons I decided to give it a try:

- Shampoo removes natural oils that your hair needs to be healthy

- Cost - Baking soda costs about $.50 for 16oz and I only use 2 tablespoons per wash, this means that each wash costs around $.03. Organic Apple cider vinegar costs about $5 for 32 fluid oz and I only use 2 tablespoons per rinse, this means that each rinse costs around $.15. I don't know of any 100% organic shampoo that cost around $.18 per use.

- Most Shampoos have toxic chemicals

- My Curly Hair gets frizzy with commercial products

I was a little hesitant at first, mostly because I was nervous of the transition period, where most complained that your hair will be unmanageable and greasy 1 week to 6 weeks. To combat this I slowly went from washing my hair every day, to once every 2 days, 3 days and even 4 days with normal shampoo and conditioner. I then tried the "No-Poo" and at first my hair seemed to be just a tad to greasy but quickly got use to the new schedule.

How to Shampoo Your Hair - Without Shampoo

1.    Purchase a squeeze bottle (like a ketchup bottle)

2.    Place between 1 to 5 tablespoons of Baking Soda in bottle. (Is your baking soda fresh?)

3.    Add 4 – 8oz water

4.    Shower like normal and Squirt mixture into hair

5.    Massage into hair (This will be weird because the Baking Soda won’t make suds)

6.    Rinse well with water

How to Condition Your Hair - Without Conditioner

1.    Place 1-3 table spoons of Apple Cider Vinegar in a small spray bottle with about 4oz of water.

2.    Squeeze all the excess water out of your hair.

3.    Spray all of the Apple Cider mix in hair and let sit for a few minutes (this would be a great time to shave your legs)

4.    Rinse out extremely well with water (I mean a lot, or else you will smell like a salad)

My hair only was crazy for about a week, which I just wore it up in a loose bun. I now wash my hair once or twice a week and I just love how strong and easy it is to work work with.

I also found this hairspray recipe that works great!

Hairspray:

-2 Chopped Lemons

-2 Cups Water

-1 Tbsp Vodka
-Simmer lemons and water on low until lemons are soft. Strain, pour in Spray bottle and add Vodka.