Apple cider vinegar for hair: benefits and uses

 Do you want to maintain your hair and want to increase its softness and luster? So we recommend using apple cider vinegar for hair, as it is very effective. Follow the article to find out more.

 

In the following, let us learn about the most prominent benefits of apple cider vinegar for hair, how to use it, in addition to some of the warnings related to it:

Is apple cider vinegar good for hair?

Yes, apple cider vinegar is used for hair, as it has many amazing benefits on hair, but you should choose apple cider vinegar from trusted sources and make sure that it is produced from apple fermentation, and not from other chemical formulations.

Apple cider vinegar can be prepared at home to ensure results, and it is prepared with the following steps:

1. Cut an apple and put it in a bowl with water.
    
2. Seal the container and allow a week to notice that the apples are on the bottom and the water on the top.
    
3. Strain the water, put it in an airtight container, and leave it for 4-6 weeks, so that it is ready for use. 

Benefits of apple cider vinegar for hair

Apple cider vinegar is made by fermenting apples as mentioned above, and some substances can be added to it, such as: potassium, pectin, malic acid, and calcium to increase its usefulness for hair. The benefits of apple cider vinegar for hair are due to the following properties of vinegar:
 

Has a good pH for hair

Apple cider vinegar is acidic and contains good amounts of acetic acid.

If the hair looks dull or brittle and frizzy, this means that it is more alkaline which means it has a higher pH scale, but the acidic substance in apple cider vinegar helps lower the pH and restores balance to the health of the hair, which increases the softness and shine of the hair.

Helps fight microbes

Apple cider vinegar is a hair antiseptic, which helps control bacteria or fungi that can harm the scalp and cause hair problems, such as: minor infections, or itching.

A study has shown that using apple cider vinegar for hair and anywhere in the body has reduced the growth of some types of bacteria and fungi, the most important of which are the following:

• Escherichia coli bacteria (E. coli).
   
• Candida albicans fungi.
   
• Staphylococcus aureus.
  

Rich in hair-friendly vitamins

Apple cider vinegar for hair is very effective as it provides hair with many important nutrients, such as:

• Vitamins, such as: Vitamin C and vitamins of group B (Vitamins B complex).
• Healthy minerals, such as: manganese, calcium, potassium, and iron.
• Alpha hydroxy acid.

 

How is apple cider vinegar used for hair care?

To get the benefits of apple cider vinegar for hair, follow these steps:

1. Mix two tablespoons of apple cider vinegar with water.
2. Wash hair with shampoo and towel dry well.
3. Apply the apple cider vinegar and water mixture evenly to the hair, massaging the scalp area as well.
4. Leave the mixture for a few minutes on the hair.
5. Wash hair with lukewarm water.

If the acidic smell is too strong, a few drops of essential oil can be added to the mixture, which will help the smell disappear quickly after rinsing.

 

Before using apple cider vinegar for hair

The use of apple cider vinegar for hair is very beneficial, but if you are not careful in its use, it can cause health problems, including:

• Scalp problems if large amounts of it are used, so the amount used should be reduced.
• The scalp becomes irritated and causes some burns. Apple cider vinegar contains acetic acids, which are known to be caustic, so it must be diluted with water each time it is used.
• It irritates the eyes if it reaches it, so you should avoid putting it on the eyes, and in the event of contact, wash the eyes with water quickly.