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QuestionWhat is sebum buildup?Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.Sebum is the natural oil produced by your scalp to moisturize your hair. If you aren't washing frequently enough or your scalp is overproducing the oil, it can build up and make hair look greasy.
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QuestionWhat is product build-up in hair?Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.Certain ingredients used in styling products aren't water soluble, so over time, they leave residue behind on the hair that can make it dull and prone to static. This residue is product buildup.
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QuestionWhat is the best clarifying shampoo and conditioner?Klare Heston is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker based in Cleveland, Ohio. With experience in academic counseling and clinical supervision, Klare received her Master of Social Work from the Virginia Commonwealth University in 1983. She also holds a 2-Year Post-Graduate Certificate from the Gestalt Institute of Cleveland, as well as certification in Family Therapy, Supervision, Mediation, and Trauma Recovery and Treatment (EMDR).Conditioner isn't usually "clarifying" because it's designed to add moisture, not remove dirt or impurities. My favorite clarifying shampoo is Davines SOLU. Neutrogena also makes a good and affordable clarifying shampoo.
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QuestionWhat removes hairspray buildup from hair?Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.A clarifying shampoo works well for removing styling product buildup. You can also use a vinegar rinse—just add a tablespoon or two to a cup of water and massage it into your hair.
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QuestionDoes this work for hair that has been dyed?Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.It depends. Permanent dyes penetrate inside your hair shaft and should not cause buildup, but some natural dyes such as henna can build up on your hair. Removing it can be tough, but try massaging coconut or olive oil throughout your hair before shampooing. Repeat every few days until color is gone.
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QuestionCan I use baking soda water before shampooing?Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.Yes, the baking soda and water method should be applied to the hair before shampooing.
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QuestionWill this work for all chemicals?Community AnswerYes. The general approach listed here is to use a very basic solution (like baking soda) and/or a very acidic solution (like apple cider vinegar or lemon juice). The extreme pH of these hair treatments enables the chemicals to dissolve and rinse out.
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QuestionCan I combine these methods all together?Community AnswerLots of people do the baking soda and then apple cider vinegar as their regular routine and never use shampoo. It's called "no poo" and there are many websites on this. Apple cider is chemical-free, easier on the nose, and leaves your hair soft and shiny.
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QuestionCan I use bottled lime/lemon juice?Community AnswerYes, you can. But double the amount, because bottled juice is not as potent as fresh juice.
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QuestionHas this been proven to work?Community AnswerYes, it has. Lots of hair stylists recommend it, as it helps clean up product build up in hair naturally.
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QuestionHow do I remove hair spray build up on colored hair?Community AnswerI've found a little bit of baking soda, 1/2 tsp or so, mixed with your favorite shampoo. Rinse, shampoo again and condition.
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QuestionWhich of the above methods do I use? Can I use the same shampoo?Community AnswerYou can use any of the above that you feel comfortable with, and yes, you can use the same shampoo.
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QuestionIs there a way to somehow get build-up out of hair with just shampoo and conditioner?Community AnswerTry Selsun Blue. It's a shampoo made to get rid of dandruff, but it will remove build up on your scalp as well.
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QuestionWhat causes dandruff in my hair?Community AnswerIf you don't shampoo your hair regularly, dead skin cells accumulate on your scalp. Allergies or sensitivities to hair products also may cause dandruff.
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QuestionHow do I remove conditioner build up from colored hair?d.8709Community AnswerIf your hair is colored blonde or another light shade, you could try the lemon method and "chelate" your hair, as it's very effective at removing buildup and brightening blonde. If the hair color is darker, try an apple cider vinegar rinse. If neither of these methods appeal to you, there are several ''detoxifying'' or ''clarifying'' shampoos on the market, which will help remove conditioner build up from the hair shaft.
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QuestionCan I use orange juice instead of lemon juice to remove hair build up naturally?Community AnswerNo. It's not the right acidity, and a lot of other ingredients are in many ready-made juices.
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QuestionShould I remove the silicone from my shampoo and conditioner to remove hair build up?Community AnswerAvoid silicones in your shampoos and conditioners if you can, as it will create product buildup and can be damaging in the long-term. To prevent/remove buildup, use a naturally based shampoo/conditioner and a clarifying shampoo at least once a week.
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QuestionDoes this vinegar technique work with hair that is white or grayish in color?Community AnswerYes, it doesn't matter what color your hair is. You may still use the vinegar rinse on your hair. As long as you follow the directions that are listed in the article above, you should be able to use the rinse on any color hair.
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QuestionCan I use the vinegar rinse on permed hair?Community AnswerYes, you may use the vinegar rinse on permed hair. As long as you are following the directions and doing everything correctly, there should be no problem and it will work the same as natural hair.
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QuestionWill an apple cider vinegar rinse remove hair residue from henna dyed hair?Community AnswerIt will remove mineral buildup on hair, but not product or silicone buildup.
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