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My Reward PointsWe all would agree on one fact all market-bought shampoos and hair cleansers do contain certain harmful ingredients that affect our natural hair health. There has been an increase in the number of people now suffering from allergies to certain products, which causes them a lot of discomfort.
One such product is shampoo because nowadays it is tough to find commercial products that do not contain any irritants. This is where making your DIY pH-balanced shampoo comes in handy. This homemade DIY pH-balanced shampoo is not just easy to make but also offers a plethora of benefits too.
Benefits of ph Balanced Shampoo
Before we dive into the details of making a pH-balanced shampoo, let’s convince you to make it with its wide range of benefits. Here are the top benefits of using a pH-balanced shampoo.
- Prevents Damage:- One of the biggest benefits of using a pH-balanced shampoo is that it prevents natural hair damages. The pH of a shampoo can impact the hair cuticles, which are the protective outer layer of the hair shaft.
- Maintains Natural Scalp Balance:- Another reason to use pH-balanced shampoo is that it helps maintain the natural balance of your scalp. The scalp’s pH is slightly acidic, so using a shampoo that matches this pH helps preserve the scalp’s protective barrier.
- Reduces Hair Loss:- Using a pH-balanced shampoo can also reduce natural hair loss. When the scalp is healthy and balanced, hair follicles can function properly, leading to stronger, healthier natural hair growth. An imbalanced pH can lead to scalp issues that might cause hair thinning and loss.
- Healthy Scalp:- The importance of a healthy scalp can never be ignored. This is also the reason why you should be using pH-balanced shampoos to prevent the growth of bacteria and fungi which can cause scalp conditions such as dandruff or seborrheic dermatitis.
- Shine and Smoothness:- Lastly, we all want natural hair that shines bright and smooth so that we can wave our hands in. This is where pH-balanced shampoos come in to offer you this by keeping the natural hair cuticles smooth and intact leaving them look visually appealing.
Homemade pH Balanced Shampoo Recipe
If you ever made a natural hair product on your own you may have surely used coconut in some or the other way. This is one primary ingredient especially when you are crafting something hair-related. In this recipe also, we are using the goodness of coconut milk, aloe vera gel, and essential oils (like- Lavender, Rose & Eucalyptus Oils ) that when combined together make a homemade pH-balanced shampoo.
Ingredients- 1 Can - Coconut Milk
- 1 3/4 Cups Pure Aloe Vera Gel
- Rosemary Essential Oil
- Tea Tree Essential Oil
- Mix both ingredients in a bowl using a wire whisk to fully incorporate.
- Pour mixture into ice cube trays. (I used two full trays.)
- Put in the freezer and wait a few hours until frozen completely. At this point Transfer them to some sort of bag or container.
Tips for Using DIY pH-Balanced Shampoo
- When it comes to usage, always take one cube out before you want to use it, and then keep it in a separate small container until you are ready to shower.
- Once you apply the shampoo, let it sit on your scalp for about 30 seconds, and then rinse it off completely.
- Experts suggest using apple cider vinegar rinse, especially if you feel a wax feeling on your scalp or hair after using this shampoo.
- Place any remaining mixture back in the fridge to use the next time you wash your hair. The shelf life of each cube is about 1 week in the fridge.
Conclusion
So, in conclusion, we can say that this is how you can protect your natural hair health by using this homemade pH-balanced shampoo. From offering you a healthy scalp to enhancing your natural hair shine and smoothness there’s nothing that this shampoo cannot do when it comes to hair health. The best part? It is completely safe as it contains nothing but only natural ingredients, so you don't have to worry about any allergies as well. Go ahead and try this shampoo and share your experience with us!
