
I haven't used shampoo in two years. "No Poo" simply means washing your hair without shampoo. Yes, I still wash my hair and no, my hair doesn't stink ;-)
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Lots of people attempt no poo and lots of people fail. I get lots of messages from people asking me to help troubleshoot their method. Here are the most common mistakes I've seen and how to correct them.
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Hair porosity refers to how well your hair can absorb and retain moisture. How porous your hair is has a lot to do with which no poo method will work best for your hair. Figuring out your hair porosity will allow you to maximize the benefits from your no poo routine.
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I stopped using shampoo 1 year ago. No, I don't stink. Yes, my hair is clean. Yes, my hair is healthy. Here's what I did.

The goal is to get as close to your hair’s natural pH level as possible (which is about 5). So if you use a basic wash, you need to balance with an acid rinse. If your hair products are too basic or acidic, you could (and probably will) end up with damaged, dry, brittle, porous hair.

"No poo" simply means that I don't use commercial shampoo. Natural, nourishing, healthy ingredients are what make natural, nourished, healthy hair.
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I could interview 100 no poo-ers and there is a good chance that not a single one of them follow the same routine. Everyone has different hair types and wants different results. It's not just baking soda & apple cider vinegar!

Does your hair stink? Are you greasy? Is your hair falling out? Let's clear up some no poo rumors.
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Argan oil isn't called "the gold of Morocco" for nothing! It's fantastic for skin and hair.
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Deep conditioning is beneficial for all hair types and can enhance any hair care routine. You can create your own personalized deep conditioning mask and get crafty with ingredients you already have in your kitchen.
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Kefir is a fermented milk drink with a sour taste, made using a culture of yeasts and bacteria. It is similar to yogurt and can be used in the place of yogurt in a lot of recipes. Kefir is easier to make and is great for gut health.
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Apple cider vinegar has been used for many centuries with recorded uses as early as 5000 BC. Rumor has it that apple cider vinegar was one of Cleopatra's favorite beauty products. Today it is used for everything from combating heartburn to getting rid of fevers to eliminating acne. I love this magical liquid and use it several times a day, everyday.
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Coconut oil is one of my favorite deep conditioners for my hair. How easy it is to get this magical deep conditioner out of your hair depends on your hair type and your shampoo. Here are some tips.
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Kombucha. One of my favorite things. Here's everything you need to know about kombucha: what is it, how to say it, and how to make it.
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We've all heard that washing your hair everyday isn't good for it. But what are you supposed to do with that greasy, oily hair? Use dry shampoo, of course! Dry shampoo is a powder that absorbs the oils from your hair and adds texture giving limpness hair more volume. And as an added bonus, it's super easy to make and you probably already have everything you need in your kitchen!
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