Apple Cider Vinegar(ACV) has graduated from being a handy kitchen resource to creating advocates that vouch for its health benefits. ACV is believed to be effective for several medical conditions, from common colds to diabetes, cholesterol, and heart problems.

But apple cider vinegar for hair loss? How safe and effective is ACV for your hair problems?

Table of Contents:

• How to use apple cider vinegar for hair loss?
• Dandruff
• Scalp Issues
• Frizzy Hair
• Dry Hair
• Split-Ends
• Dirt Build-Up
• Nutritional Deficiencies
• How often should I use apple cider vinegar on my hair?
• Apple cider vinegar and baking soda for hair growth
• Best apple cider vinegar shampoo

How to use apple cider vinegar for hair loss?

Apple cider vinegar is obtained through the fermentation of crushed apple juice. The sugar content in apples is broken down and absorbed into the mixture by yeast.

Over a few weeks, the apple juice gets converted into alcohol. Natural bacteria in the solution convert the alcohol into acetic acid. The presence of acetic acid gives ACV its characteristic tangy flavor.

ACV’s acetic acid content is believed to be a significant reason for the vinegar’s health-promoting benefits.

People have been using apple cider vinegar for centuries. It is safe to use as long as it is used correctly.

Apple Cider Vinegar helps battle hair loss by addressing issues that lead to hair loss.

Dandruff

Dandruff is not directly linked to hair loss. However, itchiness (an itchy scalp), one of the symptoms of dandruff, leads to scratching. Constant scratching can injure hair follicles, possibly causing hair loss.

Dandruff is linked to telogen effluvium – a hair loss condition resulting from a traumatic experience. Dandruff is also known to worsen alopecia – a condition in which the body’s immune system turns against hair follicles, resulting in hair loss.

With its acidic content, ACV controls the scalp's pH and creates a scalp environment that is more resistant to dandruff. 

For the best results:

•     Mix ACV in a measure of one-fourth cup with 1/4th cup of water.
•     Pour this solution into a spray bottle.
•     Spray the content on your scalp.
•     Cover your head with a cloth.
•     Leave ACV for 15-60 minutes.
•     Wash the ACV off your scalp.

Scalp Issues

Scalp problems such as itchiness and minor infections can cause hair loss. ACV has antifungal and antibacterial properties, which make it effective as a scalp application.

Frizzy Hair

Frizzy hair causes tangling, leading to hair loss. High alkaline content in hair is one of the reasons for hair turning frizzy. ACV, with its acidic nature, helps balance the alkaline nature of hair. With balance restored, the scalp is healthier, and frizz is reduced.

Dry Hair

Dry hair is caused by a lack of moisture. Without moisture, hair loses its strength and shine. Weak hair is susceptible to damage, leading to hair loss. Dryness also causes hair to become even frizzier. You can use ACV to reduce dryness and frizz.

With its acetic acid content, ACV maintains the natural pH balance of the skin and scalp. This balance prevents scalp dryness. The acetic acid in ACV promotes hydration by ensuring deep penetration of natural oils into strands, keeping them well-moisturized.

Split-Ends

Wear and tear and exposure to harsh weather and chemicals can cause split ends. Tangling and dryness can also lead to split ends. Split ends weaken strands as hair loses its protective sheath.

The cortex - the inner layer – is exposed. This makes strands vulnerable to damage. Apple cider vinegar contains malic acid, which helps decrease split ends.

Dirt Build-Up

Build-up blocks the passage of nutrients into hair, leaving strands weak, dry and vulnerable to damage.

ACV is a natural exfoliator. Regular use of ACV removes grease, dirt, and build-up from haircare products. As dirt gets flushed out, hair becomes alive and open to nutrient absorption. In addition, hair loses the weighed-down and greasy look accompanying build-up.   

Nutritional Deficiencies

The absence of essential vitamins makes hair dull and weak. ACV, with its acidic content, can reduce hair loss. In addition, vinegar is rich in minerals and vitamins essential for healthy hair growth.

By including ACV in your hair routine, your hair will receive nutrients responsible for its strength and growth. By supporting hair growth, ACV reduces hair loss. 

How often should I use apple cider vinegar on my hair?

If you are using ACV to fight dandruff specifically, then use it twice a week. In other cases, apply once a week.

Try any of these methods:

•     Mix equal quantities of ACV and water. (OR) Mix ACV in 2-4 tablespoons with 2 cups of water.

If you are using apple cider vinegar for hair loss for the first time, then you may want to try the more diluted version first. As ACV is highly acidic, dilution reduces any possible irritation to the scalp.

Apple cider vinegar and baking soda for hair growth

Using apple cider vinegar for hair loss on its own offers potential benefits. But the combination of ACV with baking soda can deliver richer benefits.

Baking soda and ACV work together to deep-cleanse your hair, getting rid of toxins such as build-up and grease. In addition, ACV seals the cuticle, reducing frizz-ends and improving hydration.

Use the following mixing methods for your hair:

•     Create a thick baking soda paste by mixing two tablespoons of baking soda with adequate water.
•     Apply this mixture on the scalp by gently rubbing in circular motions.
•     Make another thick paste of baking soda. Use a slightly larger amount of soda than earlier (depending on your hair length). Apply the mixture to strands along their length.
•     Rest your hair for 3 minutes and wash off the soda with lukewarm water.
•     Prepare an ACV solution with two parts of vinegar and 1 part of water. Apply the mix to your hair by dipping strands into the mix.

For scalp application, pour the mix gently in small quantities on the scalp. Massage your scalp between applications.

•     Wash hair with cold water.

Rinsing removes ACV from hair. It also seals cuticles in the scalp, moisturizing skin in the process.

Apply ACV+ baking soda mixture once a week for toxin removal.

Best apple cider vinegar shampoo

Chemicals in haircare products can damage the scalp and hair and impede hair growth. If you are using apple cider vinegar for hair loss, then the best shampoo is one that is free of chemicals. Use the Apple Cider Vinegar Shampoo by WOW Skin Science, which is 100% natural and chemical-free.

This formulation comes with raw ACV, which means you get all the rich benefits of the vinegar without any dilution. From vitamins and minerals to antioxidants and enzymes, give your hair all the nutrition it craves.

This shampoo packs in other hair-benefiting natural ingredients. Argan oil promotes hair moisturization and softness. Nettle leaf extract soothes the scalp with its rich anti-inflammatory properties. Sweet almond oil, loaded with vitamin E and essential fats, enables rich nourishment. 

Remove toxin build-up and get smooth, shiny curls!

Wow Apple Cider Vinegar shampoo vs. Wow Onion Shampoo

The WOW Apple Cider Vinegar shampoo is a great choice if you are looking to rectify hair loss caused by toxins. ACV works as an excellent clarifier, removing dirt and build-up from the surface and deeper.

The intense cleanse is well-balanced by supportive ingredients, including argan oil, nettle leaf extract, and sweet almond oil, which moisturize and nourish.

The WOW Onion Shampoo is ideal if you are looking to reduce hair loss by strengthening weak strands. Red onion black seed in the formulation nourishes hair follicles and reduces hair fall. Argan oil, sweet almond oil, and Vitamin B5 give more power to the formulation.

Sweet almond oil nourishes hair with vitamins A, E, and B1. At the same time, vitamin B6 protects strands from sun damage. Argan oil is also an excellent moisturizer and nourisher with its fatty acid content. Vitamin B5 preserves scalp moisture, improves hydration, and promotes hair elasticity.

You can derive the amazing benefits of both shampoos by using them alternatively in your haircare routine. Use ACV shampoo to get rid of toxins first and then strengthen strands and scalp with Red Onion shampoo.

Apple cider vinegar can control hair loss by addressing issues causing the loss. From remedying dandruff to removing build-up and dryness, ACV can help you treat a range of hair issues. Using ACV in a diluted form in a prescribed manner is essential, as there may be side effects otherwise.

For more haircare products based on ACV, explore the WOW Skin Science line-up of natural shampoos, conditioners, hair masks, and more.