How To: Apple Cider Vinegar Rinse

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I want to share six ways you can use apple cider vinegar in your hair journey. Most of us know the components/ingredients so we will skip that. 

1. Pre shampoo rinse: Dilute one one teaspoon of apple cider vinegar with half cup of water. You should, however, consider the length of your hair in deciding on the quantity. 



2. Post shampoo rinse : When you are done with your wash, you can use the diluted acv as a final rinse to close the cuticles. 

3. Scalp rinse : Some also focus the rinse on their scalp than the hair. What you can do is to apply with applicator bottle. 

4. Post relaxer rinse: Again, acv can be used after washing out your relaxer. It should be the final step. Leave for a couple of minutes and rinse out. 

5. Braids scalp maintenance: Dilute the acv, use a cotton to apply and rub your scalp to remove dirt. 

6. Together with Ayurvedic herbs: ACV can be used in your henna treatment to facilitate dye release. It can be added to clay treatment too to detox the hair and scalp. 

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