How to Make an Apple Cider Vinegar Hair Rinse to help Get Rid of Hair and Scalp Buildup

Use a rinse to remove buildup.

This apple cider vinegar hair rinse treatment helps remove hair and scalp buildup that is left in your hair from the additives in shampoo and hair products. Apple cider vinegar is an easy natural solution, and one that is very budget-friendly. In addition, you often have it sitting in your pantry already. With a bit of planning, it's easy to make this basic rinse and see the shine return to your hair.

Things You'll Need

• 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
• 4 cups water

Instructions

1. Combine the apple cider vinegar and water. Let sit for one hour to fully blend.

2. Shampoo your hair as usual. Rinsing the shampoo out as you usually do.

3. Pour the vinegar and water rinse over your hair. Use your fingers to fully penetrate your hair and massage it into your scalp.

4. Rinse the vinegar out fully, which may require a few rinses, depending on your hair.

5. Towel dry your hair when fully rinsed.

Tips & Warnings

• If the vinegar smell is too strong, add a drop of essential oil.

References

• Planet Green; DIY Organic Hair Remedies: Stop Build-up with Apple Cider Vinegar; Sheila Shaigany; November 2008