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In case you’ve never heard of it, I’ll explain the process.
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First of all, since it is the no shampoo method, you must stop using shampoo (duh). You can stop cold turkey, or you can slowly wean yourself off of it. I found that the latter worked better for me, because it allowed my scalp oils to adjust and normalize to the new routine. Either way, it’s likely that you will face oily scalp for awhile.
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Second, you decide how many times you want to “clean” your hair. Once a week is perfect for me. The no shampoo method only requires two simple steps, the first of which is scrubbing your scalp with baking soda. Do not scrub the rest of your hair, just your scalp. The goal is not to dry out your hair, but to clean your greasy head. 
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After rinsing out the baking soda, fill a large mug with water, and add roughly 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar. (I know you’re probably thinking, “I don’t want to stink of vinegar!” Well, not to worry, the smell evaporates as your hair dries.) Flip your hair upside down, and slowly pour the mixture over your head, making sure to saturate your roots, all the way down to the ends of your hair.
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No Shampoo Method (3 Months In)
Do not rinse the vinegar out of your hair. Simply wrap your hair in a towel, put it in a clip, or keep it down and allow it to dry naturally. (Of course, feel free to squeeze the excess moisture from your hair before getting out of the shower.) You will be amazed at how soft your hair feels once it’s dry, and as long as you brushed it before washing, it shouldn’t be difficult to do so once it’s dry.
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I have been using the no shampoo method for about 4 months now, and I’m loving it. My hair feels softer, and it doesn’t have that weighed down feeling it used to have (due to shampoo residue). I’m not exposed to any artificial chemicals (I wasn’t before either, because I was using an organic shampoo, but still). Also, a big plus for me is the money savings. I was spending $25 dollars a month on shampoo at one point, and it just dawned on me one day that there must be a better/cheaper way.
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It seems that in 99% of cases, there truly is a cheaper way. I’m just having a great time discovering exactly what those other ways are! Shampoo just plain isn’t necessary.
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If you’re tight on funds, don’t like chemicals, or if you just want to be weird, try the no shampoo method. It really does work, and I imagine it’s much healthier for your hair. Have fun!
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Great One…
I must say, its worth it! My link!http://krista071.myblog.de/ ,thanks haha…
My daughter just turned 1 and I am still trying to find my way through the clutter. There are some days that I get literally nothing done. Then some days I am able to better manage my time and I get tremendous amounts of work done. And, to no one’s surprise – I’m sure – the variable there is my daughter. When she has her good days and will play contentedly by herself for a while, then I can pick up the living room and start some laundry, or when she will sit and feed herself finger snacks in her high chair, I can do the dishes or make dinner. But then she has her bad days when all she wants to do is be held or in some sort of constant contact with me – and on those days I’m lucky if I’m able to check my email in peace.
I know from experience with my 5 year old that as she gets older things will get easier. And I’m lucky that I do have help from my 5 year old (she’s great entertainment!) and from my husband, but I can’t always rely on that to get me through the day of attachment parenting as well as clean living. It’s on the days that I get nothing done that I have to remind myself what priorities are most important to me: having a happy, healthy family, or having a spotless house and dinner on the table by 6.
Oh, and one more thing… I tried this no shampoo stuff 2 years ago, and stuck with it for 7 months. At that point my hair had been dyed, so I suffered from severe dryness, and my hair actually started falling out when I brushed it! Now, though, all my hair is natural, aka, not dyed, and hasn’t had any chemicals used on it. That’s probably why I am having more success.
You never know, once your hair grows out, you might be able to try it again!
Holy cow! You actually tried it?! That’s awesome! You get kudos from me for that!
As for the shampoo, that’s awesome you went out and bought some chemical free stuff! It made a huge difference for me. Plus, that stuff is less likely to leave a nasty film on your hair. (Although, I have used some that still do.) Trust me, using that shampoo is about a million times better than other non-organic stuff. I am VERY proud!
Alright lady….So I thought I would not wash my hair too, to be like all the cool kids. BUT OMG! I know you are gonna think I am a huge baby…but I just can’t do this!!! It has been 6 days and I have done the baking soda and apple cider vinegar thing twice. My hair is very curly and super dry from chemicals. And my head is itching so bad because it is so dry. I know you can add essential oils to the vinegar and all but…I really want to wash my hair! So, you will be so proud, I went to Central Market and got some serious organic, no chemicals, moisturizing Shampoo and Conditioner. I am still super excited to not be using the chemicals that dried my hair out in the first place so I think I have found my happy medium:)
It’s funny that you mention parabens, because I was planning on writing a post on that today! I think I may just answer your question, though, instead. (Parabens post later!) Thanks for the suggestion!
Hey there,
I was wondering if you wouldn’t mind posting some suggestions or personal preferences for things like this, but for the little ones. Things like what you use for your baby for (or alternatives to): soap, shampoo, lotion, diaper rash/redness, teeth brushing, etc.
I try to use things that are very natural and definitely paraben free, especially now that I’m pregnant, but I find myself worrying about what I will use on the little one once he/she is here. I would LOVE to avoid all the conventional products (even the ones that claim to be natural) and just use simple and old-fashioned products, you know?
When I saw your post about your hair washing routine and products it made me think that you’d be a great person to ask! I love that you are advocating for washing hair less often. My husband and I have been doing this for years and find it’s better for the scalp and skin and saves a lot of water (and money!). We use only natural, goat’s milk soap and I moisturize with Rose Oil. It’s been great.
Anyway, if you have any tips for stuff to use (or avoid) on the little one or wanted to expand your shampoo blog to include baby stuff… I’d be very grateful (and I’m sure others would benefit from it, too!).
Thanks again for the great posts. It’s totally helping me prepare!