Vinegar has been in human use for centuries because of its multiple health benefits as it helps in lowering fats, opening clogged arteries, strengthening digestion, improving gut health, reducing inflammation and fortifying immunity level. As is said if there is vinegar at home, the worries about preparing something to eat go away. It has also been believed that regular use of vinegar makes man free of visiting the doctor. Apple cedar vinegar (ACV) has some extra benefits. Apart from its inward benefits, the ACV is highly advantageous in using for hair and scalp care.
- WHICH ACV SHOULD BE CHOSEN FOR HAIR?
ACV is prepared with crushed fermented apples, yeast and sugar and it is sort of condiment that is used to give fine look and taste to salad dressing, pickles and marinades. For better results, the raw ACV with ‘mother’ (it is bacteria that turns sugar into alcohol and alcohol into acetic acid) showing clumps or strands floating on surface of the ACV should be chosen. The natural and organic ACV has more benefits than clear, pasteurized, filtered and synthetic apple cedar vinegar.
HOW IS ACV BENEFICIAL FOR HAIR?
ACV has many benefits for hair and some of these are as under;
- HOW DOES ACV GIVE SHINE TO HAIR BY MAINTAINING PH VALUE?
The hydrogen ions concentration maintains PH value as its scale goes from zero to 14 and water is considered neutral and its PH value is 7. Anything below 7 is acidic and above 7 is alkaline or base. Soaps and shampoos are alkaline in nature and having higher PH value thus the soaps and shampoos make hair look dull, frizzy or brittle as shiny look given to hair is transitional and short-lived. The ACV has properties of acidic substance as it contains acetic acid in good quantity. The ACP helps in lowing PH value and giving hair its natural strength and balance. The ACV gives hair shine, elasticity, softness and makes it smooth by detangling it.
- HOW DOES ACV TREAT DANDRUFF (DIY)?
The dandruff is caused by dry scalp skin, oily skin, too much shampooing, higher or lower PH value (acidic or alkaline) of scalp, irritation and other factors. ACV has the potential to address all these issues in a proper way. ACV contains antimicrobial properties having the robust potential to kill bacteria which give rise to dandruff. It maintains the PH level of the scalp and helps in preventing the dandruff appearance. The ACV also strengthens the hair and enhances its shine because it is an effective anti-dandruff hair conditioner. It exfoliates gently and removes buildups, oily substances, dirt and grime from the hair and scalp.
HOW DOES ACV BOOST HAIR GROWTH?
The ACV has the potential to clear the scalp, remove buildups, reduce excess oil, clean dirt and grime, and give strength and health to the scalp. All these factors are enough to give stimulus to the hair as better health of scalp boosts hair growth. By clearing the scalp, ACV makes room for the more hair to grow.
- HOW TO PREPARE ACV HAIR RINSE?
It is easy to prepare apple cedar vinegar hair rinse at home. It is required to take a spoon of ACV and mix it in a cup of water and shake it well before applying on the hair and scalp. Let it stay for two to three minutes and then rinse it water. A small quantity of oil especially olive oil will give extra shine to the hair.
- HOW TO MAKE ACV HAIR MASK?
ACV hair mask is also very beneficial for the hair as it removes many of the hair-related issues as well as boosts growth and shine. It is easy to make ACV hair mask as it requires to take two spoons of organic ACE and mix it in half cup of water and olive oil, mustard oil or onion seed oil should be added to have better results. It should be applied to the roots to the tips of the hair and be allowed to stay on the hair and scalp for four to five minutes and then should be washed with normal water. Other things except water should be avoided to wash away as it may cause a sort of reaction.
- THINGS TO WATCH OUT
The primary cause of using ACV is to bring balance to the hair, however, it requires some preventions and not-to-do things. First of all, application of ACV on hair should not be overdone as it is enough to do twice a week. Secondly, it should never be applied in raw form and must be diluted in water as it contains acetic acids known as caustic and it may cause irritation. Eye contact should always be avoided. In case of irritation, rashes or etching, ACV should be diluted more or its use should be discontinued. It is better to have patch examination before its use. On the whole, ACV has no adverse effects but exceptions are always there.
- BOTTOMLINE
Apple cedar vinegar is a natural substance and the only problem that may occur is due its fermentation process but this process also gives boost to its effectiveness in curing many of the diseases including hair-related issues. The use and application of the ACV can be done for better results by taking care of certain precautions. However, it should be kept in mind that excess of everything is bad and same is the case with the use of ACV. It can be used as a routine sparingly and with certain intervals and dilution of ACV with water is a must.
FAQs
Which apple cedar vinegar should be used?
Natural and organic apple cedar vinegar should be used.
Can ACV be used for skin issues?
ACV is also useful for skin-related issues but should be diluted before use.
Is ACV safe to use for hair and skin issues?
ACV is safe by all means if it is diluted in water.