Baking soda shampoo is a popular DIY alternative to traditional shampoos, touted for its simplicity and effectiveness in cleansing hair and promoting scalp health, which can indirectly support hair growth. Here’s how to make and use baking soda shampoo:
How to Make Baking Soda Shampoo
Ingredients:
1 part baking soda
3 parts water
Instructions:
Mix the Ingredients:
In a small squeeze bottle or jar, mix 1 part baking soda with 3 parts water. For example, you can use 1 tablespoon of baking soda with 3 tablespoons of water. Adjust the quantity depending on the length and thickness of your hair.
Apply:
Wet your hair thoroughly. Apply the baking soda shampoo to your hair from roots to ends. Make sure to cover the scalp area well, as the main cleansing action should occur at the roots.
Massage and Rinse:
Gently massage the mixture into your hair and scalp for a couple of minutes. The massaging helps stimulate the scalp and also ensures that the baking soda is distributed evenly.
Rinse thoroughly with warm water to ensure all baking soda is washed out of your hair.
Follow with an Apple Cider Vinegar Rinse
Since baking soda has a high pH, it’s important to neutralize it with something acidic like apple cider vinegar, which will help restore your scalp’s natural pH balance.
Ingredients:
1 part apple cider vinegar
4 parts water
Instructions:
Prepare the Rinse:
Mix the apple cider vinegar with water in a squeeze bottle or jar.
Apply:
After rinsing out the baking soda, apply the apple cider vinegar rinse to your hair, especially focusing on the ends.
