Here is a quick recipe to beautify your hair. Apple Cider Vinegar Hair Rinse is a fabulous way to remove buildup from daily hair products and return it to luxurious, super-shiny hair.

Hair products can cause build-up, making your hair look lifeless and dull. This ACV hair rinse recipe is also great for improving scalp health, strengthening hair, and enhancing shine. Learn how apple cider vinegar can maintain and improve your hair condition.

Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) Hair Benefits

Apple cider vinegar is a popular home remedy for many conditions, like dry scalp. One benefit is that it can balance the scalp and hair's natural pH.

It also works as a hair detangler and revitalizes hair, leaving it soft, smooth, and shiny!

Here is my favorite apple cider vinegar. It contains the mother, which gives it all the wonderful benefits you want.

Lavender Essential Oil for Hair

Lavender is a favorite for skin and hair. It can be a valuable and safe option to add to your hair care routine. Some studies show it may promote hair growth.

Lavender oil is also beneficial for scalp health. It is renowned for its ability to heal the skin, whether itching, rashes, irritations, infections, or other types of damage. This is due to its many therapeutic properties which include:

• anti-inflammatory
• pain-relieving
• edema reducing
• antiallergic
• broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity

Rosemary Essential Oil for Hair

Rosemary typically has a strong, fresh, and herbal aroma. It is a favorite oil for dandruff and hair loss. It is also known to be naturally astringent, helping regulate the hair follicles' oily secretions.

For all-natural hair care, add a drop of rosemary oil to a small amount of shampoo before washing your hair. The aroma is refreshing, and it will boost your mood in the morning.

How to Make Apple Cider Vinegar Hair Rinse

This recipe makes one treatment for your hair. You can use it as a pre-shampoo treatment to remove buildup or as a hair conditioner after shampooing.

• 3/4 cup Water
• 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
• 3 drops Rosemary essential oil
• 3 drops Lavender essential oil
• Clean container or spray bottle (8 ounces or larger)

Directions:

1. Place apple cider vinegar in a clean bottle.
2. Add the water and stir or shake well.
3. Add lavender and rosemary essential oils and stir or shake until well blended.

To use as a pre-shampoo treatment:

It is easiest to use a spray bottle to apply before getting in the shower. Spray onto hair and scalp, allow to sit on hair for 5 to 10 minutes, then rinse with cool water. Wash hair normally.

To use as a hair conditioner:

If I am in the shower, I like to pour the rinse from open jars or bottles because it is faster. After shampooing, pour the rinse onto the hair and scalp, tilting the head back to keep the rinse from your face and eyes. Allow it to sit for 2-5 minutes, then rinse with cool water.

Tips for Using Apple Cider Vinegar Rinse

*Always dilute ACV with water before applying to hair, scalp, or skin. If the rinse seems too strong, cut the vinegar in half.

*Avoid getting ACV in the eyes. If it happens, wash out with water immediately.

*Always rinse with cool water to help seal the hair ends and lock in moisture for best results. This can also prevent frizz.

*I like to use filtered water for this recipe. I have a shower head filter that I use (I have hard water so it really helps). You can also use purified water, it is just tap water that has been brought to a boil and then allowed to cool.

*Don't overuse this rinse. Start with every two weeks and see how your hair and scalp respond.

*Remember to do an ACV rinse two or three times a year only on dreadlocks. If you have problems with dandruff on your locs, head over to The Hair Central blog post.

*Apple cider vinegar contains acetic acid, which can irritate or burn the skin. If irritation occurs, stop using or use less ACV.

FAQs About Apple Cider Vinegar Hair Rinse

1. How often should I do an apple cider vinegar hair rinse?

For most hair types, 1 time per week is ideal. If you have oily hair, you can use it twice weekly. For dry or color-treated hair, limit it to every other week.

2. What ratio of apple cider vinegar to water should I use?

Mix 1 part apple cider vinegar with 5 parts water. For sensitive scalps, you may want to use an even more diluted mixture. Always shake the solution well before applying it.

3. Can apple cider vinegar help with dandruff?

Yes! ACV's antibacterial and antifungal properties help balance scalp pH, reduce dandruff-causing yeast, and soothe an itchy scalp. It can also help control bacteria and fungi that lead to scalp issues.

4. Is apple cider vinegar safe for all hair types?

Apple cider vinegar works well for most hair types, including straight, curly, and textured hair. However, those with extremely dry hair or sensitive scalps should use it sparingly and monitor their scalp's reaction.

5. Should I use ACV before or after conditioner?

Since ACV coats the hair shaft and closes cuticles (similar to conditioner), you can use it instead. For thin hair, use it occasionally. For thick or long hair, you can use it more frequently, always following up with a deep conditioning treatment if needed.

Best Essential Oils for Hair Care

Try other essential oils in your apple cider vinegar hair rinse. Here's a table of other essential oil options for haircare:

Remember to always dilute essential oils with a carrier oil before applying them to the scalp or hair and to perform a patch test to check for any adverse reactions.

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