How to Remove Hairspray Buildup from Hair

Hairspray buildup can make hair very dull, heavy, and lifeless. If your hair has these characteristics and you use hairspray daily, you many simply have a buildup in your hair. Fortunately, there is a simple and inexpensive way to remove the buildup, that doesn’t require buying an expensive shampoo designed to remove buildup. I have purchased these products, spent a lot of money, and frankly was not really happy with the results. When these products didn’t satisfy me, I even headed to the beauty salon for a “professional” buildup remover, yet, $30 later, my hair was not in any better shape than it was before.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Shampoo
• Baking Soda
• Comb
• Water

1. 1. Pour the desired amount of shampoo you would normally use into a small bowl.

2. 2. Add 1 tablespoon of Baking Soda to the shampoo.

3. 3. Mix the shampoo and baking soda together using a spoon until baking soda is completely mixed into the shampoo.

4. 4. Depending on the amount of buildup in your hair, you can either apply shampoo/baking soda mixture to your hair as you would plain shampoo, work into a lather, and rinse. If your buildup is severe, you can add the mixture using a comb, and then proceed to comb through your hair, making sure the mixture covers all of your hair. Then rinse mixture out.

5. 5. Style as usual. You should see new life and shine to your hair. Repeat as needed. Typically once a week will keep your hair from suffering extreme buildup.

[ma495]

on 8/26/2009 I did the baking soda and vinegar last night..WOW it really worked, I am very pleased and will keep on doing this to help keep the build up with hairspray..Thanks so much. Marie

[gemini71]

on 7/16/2009 i tried the baking soda with my shampoo i didnt get the result i wanted. then a year ago i was so frustrated cuz the build up got i looked up hairspray buildup removal online this is what i got mix 1/4 cup baking soda and enough vinegar(distilled-not apple cider) to make a paste leave on for five minutes rinse out then shampoo as usual when i was done my hair felt like baby hair. was so happy. ps if u have really long hair obviously use a little more. my hair is half way down my back so i make a cups worth

[langleycornwell]

on 3/21/2009 Now I've never thought of doing this, and I use baking soda for almost everything. Thanks for the tips on adding baking soda to shampoo to remove hairspray buildup. Also, love your image! 5*s.

[1WebWriter]

on 2/8/2009 Thanks for the helpful information. I'll definitely have to try this.

[tikrit01]

on 1/13/2009 I love it! I didn't know this thanks! 5 Stars!