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Step 1
Understand what to buy. Most shampoos labeled "organic" are not. The primary red flag is the use of synthetic materials in the shampoo. Of which, the most consistently used for shampoo are petroleum-based oils. If you find these, it means you're not shopping organic. Typically, "organic" shampoos are only 50 percent to 80 percent organic substance (usually closer to the former). Anything above 80 percent is probably what you're looking for.
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Step 2
Wet and rinse your hair with lukewarm water before washing. You'll want it to be completely saturated.
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Step 3
Using about a tablespoon of shampoo, rub the substance together in your hands and apply it to your hair. You'll want to concentrate on the ends of your hair, making sure they absorb the majority of the shampoo. Grab the tips in different areas and squeeze them in your fist, while gently moving it in a clockwise manner. However, don't squeeze so hard that you wring your hair clean of the substance.
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Step 4
Massage your scalp firmly with your fingertips.
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Step 5
Leave the shampoo in your hair for about a minute. Yes, this is typically something you do with a conditioner. But the fact is, those synthetic materials in non-organic products "clean" your hair more quickly. For the active ingredients in the organic shampoo to really start working, the hair needs to fully absorb them.
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Step 6
Rinse with hot water. Don't use your hands to facilitate the rinsing, as this can also damage your hair. Just let the water run through until the shampoo has completely rinsed out.
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Step 7
Blot your hair free of excess water by pressing the towel to your head. Use a hair dryer or air dry rather than aggressively matting your hair with the towel.
Comments
waters said
on 5/12/2009 Great information on how to use organic shampoo.
Pixie1976 said
on 7/10/2008 Thanks,
grouch said
on 3/4/2008 My hair is crying for some of this right about now in the end of a very dry winter. Thanks for the tips.