Oil vs Soap vs Water

Soap vs. oil vs. water:




Water alone is not able to penetrate grease or oil because they are of opposite polarity.



When grease or oil (non-polar hydrocarbons) are mixed with a soap- water solution, the soap molecules work as a "bridge" between polar water molecules and non-polar oil molecules. Soap molecules have both properties of non-polar and polar at opposite ends of the molecule.



The oil is a pure hydrocarbon so it is non-polar. The non-polar hydrocarbon tail of the soap dissolves into the oil. That leaves the polar carboxylate ion of the soap molecules are sticking out of the oil droplets, the surface of each oil droplet is negatively charged. As a result, the oil droplets repel each other and remain suspended in solution (this is called an emulsion) to be washed away by a stream of water. The outside of the droplet is also coated with a layer of water molecules.

Is Coconut Oil water Soluble or Not?

I am a layman, and took Chemistry course over 40 years ago, so this answer will be temporary until a Chemist can improve it.




I suspect that in the first test tube [oil and water only] that there probably will be a partial break-up of the oil and some mixing into the water, but this will be temporary until the oil seperates, floats to the surface, and partially recombines.



In the case of the second test tube [oil, water, and soap] that the soap will reduce the surface tension of the oil, allowing it to break up into smaller particles, and possibly form a stable, or at least simi-stable emulsion in the water.

Why Shampoo Is Clear and Conditioner Is Not??

by Right Brain on February 28, 2009 · 3 comments


Stephanie Seeks Clarification: Is there a scientific reason why shampoos are usually clear or close to clear and conditioners usually are not?



The Right Brain Clears Things Up:

Great question! Shampoos are composed mainly of water and surfactants. (If surfactants sounds to technical, you can call them detergents. If detergents reminds you too much of laundry, you can call them foaming thingies. Whatever.)



Anyway the foaming thingies, uh I mean the surfactants, are soluble in water so the shampoo is clear. It’s like putting salt into water – all the salt dissolves and you can still see through the water.



Clarifying conditioner

Conditioners on the other hand are composed mainly of water and conditioning agents. Most conditioning agents are not compatible with water (they won’t dissolve in it). So, to make a conditioner you have to create a special type of mixture called an emulsion. Emulsions are just small particles of oils suspended in water. (Think about the kind of 2-layer oil and vinegar salad dressing that you have to shake before using. That’s a simple emulsion.) In an emulsion, the light passing through the product is scattered when it hits all those tiny suspended oil particles. That light scattering makes the conditioner look opaque.



By the way, you can make a clear conditioner by using water soluble conditioners or a special type of emulsion known as a microemulsion. But there’s never been a successful one on the market because people don’t believe they work! (Does anyone remember the original Clean and Clear from the late 80s? They had a clear hair conditioner. Ahh, sweet memories.)

Sulphate, Protein and Silicone-Free Products for Hair

Healthy Curls


Sulfate, Protein, and Silicone-Free Products

This list started with this post on the naturallycurly.com message boards and has developed through the assistance of many helpful curlies, although anicetta on naturallycurly.com deserves special mention (and perhaps a bronze plaque) for her contributions.



I have not verified the ingredients lists and have also not tried most of these products, so this list should be considered a starting point only. You should still read the ingredients and look at reviews before considering buying any of these.

On that note, if you read the ingredients for any of these and notice any sulfates, proteins or silicones, please MUA mail me and let me know so I can remove it from the list! (And, conversely, please mail me and let me know if there's any products I should add!!)



Last Updated 11/7/06



Contents:



I. Shampoos:



•Curlmart

•Salon/Internet

•Sally's Beauty Supply

•Health Food Store/Trader Joe's

•Drugstore

II. Conditioners:



•Curlmart

•Salon/Internet

•Sally's Beauty Supply

•Health Food Store/Trader Joe's

•Drugstore

III. Styling Products:



•Curlmart

•Salon/Internet

•Sally's Beauty Supply

•Health Food Store/Trader Joe's

•Drugstore



I. Shampoos:



Curlmart:



•Blended Beauty Volcanic Clean Mask (not really a shampoo, but it cleans so I’m putting it here)

•Curl Junkie Chamomile & Jasmine Conditioning Shampoo (silk amino acids)

•Curl Junkie Hibiscus Bliss Moisturizing Shampoo (silk amino acids)

•DevaCurl No-Poo (wheat, soy, and oat amino acids) (no surfactants)

•DevaCurl Low-Poo (1 water-soluble silicone)

•DevaBlonde Low-Poo (1 water-soluble silicone)

•DevaBlonde No-Poo (wheat, soy, and oat amino acids) (no surfactants)

•DevaBrown Low-Poo (1 water-soluble 'cone)

•DevaBrown No-Poo (wheat, soy, and oat amino acids) (no surfactants)

•DevaCurl Low-Poo (1 water-soluble silicone)

•Jessicurl Hair Cleansing Cream

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Salon/Internet:



•Aveda Sap Moss Shampoo

•Kiehl’s Castille

•Little Shop of Beauty Aloe Hair and Body Wash

•MOP C-System Clean

•MOP C-System Hydrating

•Phyto Phytojoba Gentle Regulating Milk Shampoo - Dry Hair Formula

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Sally's Beauty Supply:



Health Food Store/Trader Joe's:



•Avalon Organics Tea Tree Mint Treatment

•Avalon Organics Chamomile Citrus Highlighting

•Avalon Organics Awapuhi Mango Moisturizing

•Avalon Organics Aloe Vera Jojoba Fragrance Free

•Avalon Organics Lemon Clarifying (arginine--amino acid)

•Avalon Organics Ylang Ylang Glistening (arginine--amino acid)

•Avalon Organics Lavender Nourishing (arginine--amino acid)

•Avalon Organics Peppermint Revitalizing (arginine--amino acid)

•Avalon Organics Tea Tree Scalp Treatment (arginine--amino acid)

•Alba Botanica Volumizing

•Alba Botanica Replenishing

•Alba Botanica Balancing

•(Burt’s Bees) Doctor Burt's Herbal Treatment Shampoo with Cedar Leaf & Juniper Oil

•California Baby

•Kiss My Face Aromatherapeutic

•Kiss My Face SaHaira (wheat amino acids)

•Magick Botanicals Oil Free / Fragrance Free Shampoo

•Trader Joe’s Refresh

Drugstore:



•ISOPLUS Conditioning

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II. Conditioners:



Curlmart:



•Arbre de Vie Shea Hair & Scalp Pomade

•Arbre de Vie Shea Hot Oil Treatment

•Blended Beauty All Natural Scalp and Hair Oil

•Blended Beauty Herbal Reconditioning Treatment

•Blended Beauty Kick for Curls Aloe Juice Spritz

•Blended Beauty Straightening Glaze Conditioning Setting Spritz

•Curl Junkie Give 'em The Slip! Instant Conditioner (one water-soluble silicone)

•Curl Junkie Healthy Condition Daily Conditioner (all) (one water-soluble silicone, silk amino acids)

•Curl Junkie Hibiscus & Banana Deep Fix Moisturizing Conditioner

•Curl Junkie Hibiscus & Banana Honey Butta Leave In Conditioner (all) (one water-soluble silicone, silk amino acids)

•Curly Hair Solutions SLIP Detangler (silk amino acids)

•Jessicurl (any)

•Oyin Honey-Hemp

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Salon/Internet:



•Auntie Rhubarb Moisture Bomb 2 in 1 Leave In

•Aveda Elixir Leave-on Conditioner (wheat amino acids)

•Bumble and Bumble Seaweed Conditioner

•Bumble and Bumble Leave In Conditioner

•Kiehl's Leave-In

•MOP c-system moisture complex

•MOP Lemongrass Conditioner for fine hair (wheat germ? don't know if this is a protein or not)

•MOP Burdock Nourishing Rinse (wheat germ?)

•MOP Mixed Greens

•Paul Mitchell The Detangler (2 water-soluble silicones)

•Smells So Sweet Mango & Papaya (Sandra will make it without Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein upon request)

•Tigi Bed Head Moisture Maniac (silk amino acids)

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Sally's Beauty Supply:



◦Generic Value Products Paul Mitchell The Detangler (2 water-soluble silicones)

◦Jamaican Mango & Lime Cactus Leave In

Health Food Store/Trader Joe's:



•Aubrey Organics Honeysuckle Rose

•Aubrey Organics White Camellia

•Aubrey Organics Rosa Mosqueta (amino acids)

•Burt's Bees Super Shiny Grapefruit & Sugar Beet

•Magick Botanicals Oil Free / Fragrance Free

•Trader Joe’s Refresh

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Drugstore:



•Aussie Real Volume for fine hair (old formula only; new formulation has 'cones)

•Garnier Fructis Fortifying (Fine Hair Formula)

•Suave Naturals Waterfall Mist

•Suave Naturals Lavender

•Suave Naturals Ocean Breeze

•Suave Naturals Mango Peach

•Suave Naturals Juicy Green Apple

•Suave Naturals Fresh Mountain Strawberry

•Suave Naturals Aloe

•Suave Vanilla Floral Cond.(silk protein, but very low on ingreds list)

•White Rain Extra Body

•White Rain Lavender Vanilla

•White Rain Energizing Citrus

•White Rain Tropical Coconut

•White Rain Ocean Mist

•White Rain Apple Blossom

•VO5 Sun Kissed Raspberry

•VO5 Tangerine Tickle

•VO5 Tea Therapy Nourishing

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III. Styling Products:



CurlMart:



•Akiva Naturals Healthy Hair Honey

•Akiva Naturals Healthy Hair Jam

•Blended Beauty Curly Frizz Pudding

•Circle of Friends Einar's Arctic Freeze Hyper Hold Gel (one water-soluble silicone)

•Circle of Friends Erik's Shaping Hair Gel (one water-soluble silicone)

•Circle of Friends Luc's Lemon Lime Shine Hair Slicker

•Circle of Friends Valerie's Vanilla Freeze Hair Spray (one water-soluble silicone, hydrolyzed silk)

•Curl Junkie Curl Fuel Curl Enhancing Spray

•Curl Junkie Curl Rehab Hair Oil (all)

•Curl Junkie Guava Curl Crème (silk amino acids)

•Curl Junkie Pomade (all)

•Curls Pure Essentials Moisturizer (silk amino acids)

•Curly Hair Solutions Curlkeeper

•Curly Hair Solutions Gel

•The Jane Carter Solution condition and sculpt

•Greenridge Herbals Jojoba Shea Hair Butter

•Hamadi Shea Pomade

•Jessicurl (any)

•Long Lovely Locks (any)

•Mop Top Anti-Frizz Gel (silk amino acids)

•Mop Top Pomade

•Oyin Greg Juice

•Oyin Shine and Define Styling Serum

•Qhemet Biologics Honeybush Hair Tea

•Qhemet Biologics Herbal Henna Botanical Softening Oil

•Qhemet Biologics Olive & Honey Hydrating Balm

•Qhemet Biologics Karite Nut Curl Milk

•Qhemet Biologics Amla/Olive Heavy Cream

•Qhemet Biologics Olive Cream Conditioning Instant Detangler

•Shea Terra Organics Certified Organic Shea Butter

•Tai Texture Lavender Mist

•Tai Texture Whip Creme

•The Jane Carter Solution Hair Nourishing Cream

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Salon/Internet:



•Aveda Brilliant Humectant Pomade

•Biolage Gelee (old formula)

•Biosilk Rock Hard Gelee (hydrolized silk

•Boots Essentials Curl Creme (pink version)

•Boots Botanic Frizz Free Curl Cream (white, UK Formula)

•Fresh Sugar Shea Butter

•Jack Black Body-Building Hair Gel

•Kinky Curly Curling Custard

•Little Shop of Beauty cocktail hair & body mist

•Miss Jessie's Curly Meringue

•MyHoneyChild (any, except perhaps the type 4, type 3/4, and type 4/3 hair cremes, which contain soy butter)

•Oyin Whipped Pudding

•Tigi Control Freak Serum (2 water-soluble silicones)

•Wella Liquid Hair Brilliant Spray Gel Volume & Texture (Strong Hold)

•Wella Liquid Hair Power Shift Shaping Gel (Strong)

•Wella Liquid Hair Kryptonite Acrylic Gel (Ultra Hold)

•Wella Bonk Raw Hair Jam Strong Hold Gel

•Wella Liquid Hair Crystal Styler Styling Gel (Extra Strong)

•Wella Bonk Crystal Dynamite Iridescent Shine Gel

•Wella Bonk Mega Spiker Extreme Hold Styler

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Sally's Beauty Supply:



•Aura Radiant Humectant Pomade

•Aura Hypoallergenic Gel

•Jamaican Mango & Lime Shine-A-Loc

•Jamaican Mango & Lime Cactus Oil

•Organic Root Stimulator Lock & Twist Gel

•Salon Care Professional Firm Hold Styling Gel w/ Aloe Vera

•Volumax Styling Gel

Health Food Store/Trader Joe's:



◦Aubrey Organics Pure Aloe Vera Gel

◦Aubrey Organics Mandarin Magic Ginkgo Leaf & Ginseng Root Hair Moisturizing Jelly

◦Lily of the Desert Aloe Vera Gel

◦Lily of the Desert Aloe Vera Gelly

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Drugstore:



•African Pride Brain Sheen Spray Extra Shine (1 water-soluble silicone, silk amino acids)

•Aussie Tizz No Frizz

•Aussie Dual Personality Water + Gel

•Cococare Cocoa Butter Stick

•Dax Relax Shine & Hold Gel

•Dax Relax Texturizing Foaming Mousse

•Dove Defined Texture Molding Cream (silk amino acids)

•Dove Gel, Define & Shine Control

•Dove Gel, Shape & Life Volumizing

•F/X Curl Booster Fixative Gel

•F/X Curls Up Curl-Reviving Mousse (spray/pump bottle)

•F/X Root Lifter Volume Booster (1 water-soluble silicone)

•Ginseng Miracle Wonder 8 Oil

•Got2Be Defiant Define + Shine Pomade

•Got2B Spiked Up Gel

•Head Wear Strung Out Styling Goo

•Head Wear Thickening Gel

•Head Wear Pliable Putty

•Herbal Essences Body Envy Weightless Volumizing Gel

•Herbal Essences Set Me Up Spray Gel

•Herbal Essences Set Me Up Gel

•Herbal Essences Texturizing Pomade (1 water-soluble silicone)

•Herbal Essences Totally Twisted Curl Scrunching Gel (1 water-soluble silicone)

•Hollywood Beauty Olive Creme Hairdress

•Hollywood Beauty Olive Oil

•ISOPLUS Wrap Lotion

•John Frieda Frizz-Ease Relax Moisture Remedy Rehydrating Balm (discontinued?)

•La Bella Icy Cool Styling Gel

•La Bella Styling Gel Super Hold 9 (keratin amino acids)

•La Bella Super Spikes Styling Gel

•L'oreal Out of Bed Instant Texture (cream gel) (1 water-soluble silicone)

•L'oreal Studio Line Anti-Frizz Gel (1 water-soluble silicone) (discontinued)

•L'oreal Studio Line Texture Grab Gel

•Luster's Pink Short Looks Gel

•Luster's S-Curl Texturizer Stylin' Gel

•Organic Root Stimulator Lock & Twist Gel

•Salon Selectives Control Substance Molding Putty

•Soft Sheen Gold Care Free Curl Hair & Scalp Spray for Dry Curls & Body Waves (wheat amino acids)

•Suave Anti-Frizz Smoothing Gel with Aloe - Extra Hold

•Suave Firm Control Gel

•Woltra Cocoa Butter Stick

•White Rain Classics Styling Gel

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Design by Andreas Viklund.

Zinc For Acne

Here is the research finding of 7 years on the zinc and acne connection. Can the zinc acne treatment really give the results you want? Find out here.

It has been reported that zinc has the ability to reduce the symptoms of acne. The zinc mineral has some properties which seem to be extremely useful in acne treatments. However this is not the universal view as there are many who believe that this is not the case. They do not believe that there is any connection between zinc and acne.



However, recent research data do not seem to agree with this point of view. This research points to the fact that zinc has the ability to fight bacteria much like an antibiotic (such as tetracycline), and it can also strengthen the immune system. But the best news is, zinc does not have any of the negative effects of antibiotics.



So there are clearly 2 schools of thoughts on the zinc acne connection. I have tried to find out which group is correct and to do this, I have experimented, researched and gone through trial and errors for 7 long years. And the good news is, today I know the truth about the zinc acne connection.



The report you find here is the culmination of my years of work. Here I have discussed what zinc is, the connection between the two, why and how the zinc acne treatment can really work, and how you should be using zinc so that you can get the most effective results? So is the zinc acne treatment the final answer for someone who is suffering from acne – I will discuss the answer to this question also here.



Some facts on zinc for acne



Zinc is present in a whole lot of things. This essential trace mineral can be found in insulin and in the tissues. You will also find zinc in egg yolks, sunflower seeds, mushrooms, soybeans, legumes, whole grains, fish, soy lecithin and in the herbs such as eyebright, milk thistle, chamomile, dandelion, cayenne, mullein, burdock root, alfalfa and nettle.



There are many ways zinc can help us stay healthy. Here are some of them – providing the enzymes that help in digestion and the energy to keep the body going, strengthening the natural immunity, helping prevent blindness, regulating levels of vitamin E in the blood, supporting more than 300 enzymatic reactions, in fighting bacteria, it speeds up the process of healing, helps the body absorb Vitamin A and B, and zinc is also important for growth hormone, testosterone, and estrogen.



Yes, the advantages of zinc are many, but how is it related to acne? Can it benefit those people suffering from acne, and if yes, how?



What is the connection between acne and zinc?



Zinc can regulate the production of oil by the glands which go up when there is a hormonal imbalance – this is one major reason of acne, the other being the build up of toxic materials in the body. This is done when the right quantity, quality and ratio of essential fatty acids is taken. When you are able to regulate the hormone levels, the symptoms of acne are controlled.



The other useful properties that aid the zinc acne treatment include its ability to make the body absorb vitamin A, in the promotion of wound healing, the fighting of bacteria and also in strengthening the immune system. Are anti oxidant properties are particularly worth a mention here. All these useful properties can aid a person fight the secondary causes of acne and help in the prevention and reduction of the acne growths.



When it comes to the best results, it’s the ability of the zinc to regulate the levels of the hormones – the results are so good here because this is a major cause of acne. But do remember to take zinc of the right quality and combination with essential fatty acids, and when the zinc is better absorbed by the body, the results are that much better. Add some vital nutrients to it, and the combination of the zinc and the nutrients will give you great results in balancing the hormones.



But the zinc’s impact may be lost if you are taking it in some conditions and also with a few food items, supplements and chemical substances. So this needs to be remembered and these items avoided to achieve the results you want.



Now let us take a look at all the inhibiting factors that can make the zinc ineffective.



Factors that make the zinc acne treatment less effective



Some food items, conditions and supplements can interfere with the treatment and bring down its effectiveness. This happens because they do not let the body absorb the zinc correctly and hence, the zinc acne treatment cannot deliver the results that ought to.



Among the inhibitors, Phytic acid deserves a special mention because it has been seen to reduce the absorption of zinc by about 15%. You will come across Phytic acid in the whole grains and thus, to make the zinc more effective, it is best to reduce the intake of grains to just about 1 to 2 servings daily. Limiting grains makes sense also because they can lead to the formation of acid and mucus within the body. And having restricted its intake, you will see that the effectiveness of the zinc acne treatment will improve quite a bit.



One more thing that makes the zinc less effective is soy protein. Soy can bind to minerals and lessen the absorption of zinc and so its consumption also needs to be restricted.



Minerals like copper and inorganic iron are also bad news because they also end up interfering with zinc for acne bio-availability. However this solution can be easily solved by limiting copper to just 2-3 mg a day and by not taking inorganic iron supplements. The only exception is when you have copper toxicity.



Too much of sweating from physical labor is also another inhibiting factor as this enhances the need of the body to have more zinc. Thus, for best acne zinc treatment results, you need to take more zinc, particularly if you are exercising rigorously.



Follow these rules and you are sure to make your zinc acne treatment a grand success:



1. Essential fatty acids, coconut oil and cod liver oil are the 3 nutrients that need to be taken with the zinc to have a control over the balance of the hormones. Get supplements that have these nutrients because the food that you eat may not have them always.



2. Avoid a few zinc inhibitors such as too much of copper and inorganic iron. Remember, your zinc will not be properly absorbed by the body when you are not following this. Also, when you are in the habit of exercising, you need to have more zinc.



3. Limit the level of zinc to 100 mg because too much of it may lead to toxicity. Foods are the best source for getting zinc.



4. The soil from which your food arrived contained zinc (since it is a mineral) and this is one reason why you have it in the food. So when the soil itself is poor, how can the food be good? If the vegetable has been organically grown then this problem can be overcome.



5. Supplementation often becomes a necessity because in many cases the food that you eat cannot supply all the zinc for acne treatment that you need. Of the 2 types of zinc supplements, Zinc Monomethionine (Opti-Zinc) is the better option because it can be better absorbed by the body and it is also more effective in the removal of the acne. Zinc gluconate is not as effective and so it is best avoided.



6. Kinesiology (muscle testing) and blood testing is required to check whether you have copper toxicity or not because it can stop the absorption of zinc. Caucasian people with copper toxicity will have brown nipples.



Finally, the permanent cure with the zinc acne treatment – how to make this a reality



However you need to know that the zinc by itself is not enough to cure acne. This is because acne is caused by quite a few primary and secondary causes and zinc deficiency is not one of them.



But the symptoms of acne can be vastly reduced and the hormonal imbalance rectified with your zinc acne treatment if you are taking zinc of the right quality, quantity, nutrients and are not letting the zinc inhibitors cause too much damage.



The best acne cure that gives you permanent result is the holistic remedy. Holistic cures take care of all the root causes of acne (both primary and secondary) such as the accumulation of toxins in the body and the hormonal imbalance effectively and permanently. So for best results, always go for a combination of the zinc acne treatment and the holistic approach.



Mike Walden is a medical researcher, certified nutritionist, health consultant and author of the #1 best-selling e-book, "Acne No More - Open The Door To an Acne Free Life". Mike has written dozens of holistic health articles and has been featured in ezines and print magazines, as well as on hundreds of websites worldwide.




For further information visit: Zinc Acne Treatment.

By Mike Walden

Shampoo Information from KMS

http://www.goldwellofpa.com/kms/sulfate_free_shampoo.pdf

Hair Products in your Kitchen

Right now, you may be limiting yourself to shampoo and conditioner, or maybe the occasional hot oil treatment, but there are actually several kitchen products that you can use to get beautiful, lustrous hair. If you have a daughter who likes slumber parties, kitchen hair product parties are a lot of fun and all of the little ladies will leave with a lifelong knowledge about creative hair products. It is also fun to relax on a Saturday with several hair beauty treatments that you can whip up right at home. Actually, there are a few kitchen hair supplies that work even better than some store-bought treatments. These ideas are not old wives’ tales; they really work and they are definitely worth trying out.




The number one visual sign of healthy hair is shine. Everyone wants their hair to glisten in the sunlight just like those gorgeous shampoo models on television. You go out and buy the shampoo, but for some reason your hair isn’t even close to being as shiny as the cover girls. Luckily, there’s a simple solution to your dull ‘do – and it’s right in your kitchen! Beer, mayonnaise, and lemon juice are all great shine-producing products. To use beer in your hair, pour two bottles or cans of beer (any brand will do) into a bowl that is wide enough to fit your head into. In the shower or over a sink (this can get messy, and you don’t want your home to smell like a fraternity house on a Sunday morning), soak you hair in the beer for about five minutes. Rinse your hair, and then shampoo, condition, and style as usual. The result should be smooth and shiny hair.









To use mayonnaise and lemon juice, combine ¾ cup mayonnaise with 2 tablespoons lemon juice. Wet your hair slightly with a spray bottle, and then apply the mayo mixture to your hair, massaging it in as you would with shampoo. The smell leaves something to be desired, but that’s just the price of beauty. Leave the mixture on your hair for fifteen minutes and then rinse, shampoo, condition, and style hair as usual. This will be the most effective deep-conditioning, shine-boosting treatment you have ever had.



If your hair problem is that you either have dandruff or lots of residue from excessive styling product usage, you don’t need to look any further than your kitchen cabinets. Baking soda and oatmeal work very well at getting flakes and debris out of your hair and off of your scalp. If you have severe dandruff, you should use an anti-dandruff shampoo with Pyrithione Zinc on a daily basis. These treatments can be used in conjunction with your anti-dandruff shampoo to accelerate your results. To make your baking soda or oatmeal hair treatment, simply combine ¼ cup of baking soda or 1/3 cup dry oatmeal (one or the other, not both) with water until the mixture is of a pasty consistency. Coat your hair and scalp with the mixture. Next, use a fine-toothed comb to slowly comb through your hair, from root to tip. Leave the mixture on for about ten minutes, then rinse, shampoo, condition, and style as usual.





Colored hair is all the rage, whether it’s subtle highlights or bright blue streaks. Save yourself some cash; color-treat your hair with kitchen products. Black tea and dark coffees can deepen your hair color. Simply make three cups of hot tea, using about ten tea bags, or make a pot of coffee, using very finely ground espresso beans. Let the tea or coffee cool down before you use it on your hair. Pour it in a bowl that is wide enough to stick your head in. Soak your hair in the tea or coffee for forty minutes, then rinse. Do not shampoo for a full twenty-four hours (so make this a project for a dull weekend). Red wine can be used in the same way, and it will give your hair a red highlighted effect. Obviously, the lighter your hair color, the more dramatic the results of coloring will be. If you want to give yourself some temporary bright streaks, you can use cool-aid or any brightly-colored fruit drink. Use a sponge to apply the color in streaks. If you have a hair-coloring mistake, and you feel that your color has come out too dark, you can soften the intensity by washing your hair with dish soap, letting it sit on your hair for about twenty minutes before rinsing.