[Homestead] Hair conditioner alternative

Judy Anderson illiinnarra at verizon.net
Thu Aug 9 16:41:58 EDT 2007


I am trying to get away from creme rinses.  I detest synthetic chemicals 
in my house and I want to be dependent on as few consumer goods as 
absolutely possible (preferably none at all).  I wondered if olive oil 
would work, then I imagined using the apple cider vinegar (ACV) that I 
use for my own hair with olive oil, and realized I would just be putting 
salad dressing on their heads.  :)

Judy

Lynda wrote:
> For long hair, the easiest way to detangle is also the cheapest.  Go to any 
> Dollar Store or discount store and buy the cheapest creme rinse (you don't 
> need conditioner) you can find.  Mix a capful or two in a large cup (like 
> something you'd get at Mickey Ds) of water and pour over the ends of the 
> hair.  Don't pour over their head.  Use a pin brush to detangle while the 
> hair is still dripping wet (I had the kidlets stand in the shower) and then 
> rinse the hair.
>
> Makes for nice untangled and shiney hair without the build-up on the scalp.
>
> Lynda
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "Judy Anderson" <illiinnarra at verizon.net>
>
>
>   
>> I switched from shampoo to castile soap for washing hair, but now the
>> kids' hair is in need of a conditioner because it feels very dry.  I
>> have started using ACV for my own hair, but I don't get it nearly as
>> snarled as little girls under 10 with long hair do.  Any suggestions?
>> Thanks.
>>
>> Judy
>>     



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