Many people find that by switching to organic, all natural shampoo bars, their hair receives enough moisture and nutrients it needs, eliminating the need for conditioner.
However, if you have extra long, fine hair, you may want to supplement with some zero waste conditioner bars or a conditioning rinse.
Here’s a simple household one we really like:
Apple Cider Vinegar As Zero Waste Hair Conditioner
Apple cider vinegar (ACV) is one of the best zero waste conditioners because it cleanses your hair, removing any build-up or greasy residue left behind by your shampoo, while not completely stripping its own natural oils.
This leaves your hair silky, smooth, and tangle-free.
ACV also improves overall follicle health, as it balances the pH of the hair and scalp, acts as an antibacterial agent, and balances scalp moisture.
Say goodbye to greasy looking roots or dandruff!
Because ACV does not strip natural oils, your scalp will no longer need to overproduce oils to compensate, which is what usually occurs with commercial shampoos and conditioners.
This means you can start going longer between washes, creating less waste, using less water, and spending less on shampoo bars.
There’s nothing we love more than eco-friendly thriftiness!
Best of all, it’s SO EASY to make and use.
Just dilute one tablespoon of organic apple cider vinegar with one cup of water and pour over your hair or spray from a repurposed spray jar, then rinse out.
Anything else you add to your zero waste conditioner recipe is up to you. Some people like combining it with a few drops of tea tree oil or other herbs, which can depend on your hair type.
For instance, if you have naturally oily hair, try adding sage.
To steep dried herbs in AVC, add about two tablespoons of herbs to one quart of vinegar in a covered jar and set steep for two weeks. At the end of the steeping period, just strain out the herbs and dilute with the same ratio of ACV to water as above.
Apple cider vinegar’s smell doesn’t necessarily have the shower-clean scent, but once your hair dries, you won’t smell the vinegar at all.
If you’re lucky enough to have a bulk store near you, you might be able to find it sans plastic by refilling your containers. Otherwise, take a look at the many online bulk stores or try a general ethical online shop.
Otherwise, make it yourself by fermenting your own apple cores and scraps.
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