Does apple cider vinegar strip hair color?

Have you ever tried using apple cider vinegar (ACV) as a hair treatment? You might have heard about its numerous benefits such as promoting hair growth, reducing dandruff and buildup, and making hair shiny. But the question remains – does it strip or fade your hair color? Let’s dive deeper into this controversial topic without further ado.

What is Apple Cider Vinegar?

Before we answer the burning question about ACV and hair color, let’s first understand what apple cider vinegar actually is. It’s made from fermented apples which are crushed to extract their juice. The liquid is then mixed with yeast and bacteria to convert the sugars in the juice into alcohol, followed by another fermentation process turning alcohol into acetic acid which gives ACV its strong smell.

How Can Apple Cider Vinegar Affect Your Hair Color?

When it comes to maintenance of dyed or colored tresses, there are some factors that can cause premature fading or stripping of color beyond time-tested tips like staying away from hot styling tools or regular conditioning routine. One concern that has been raised recently among beauty enthusiasts is whether apple cider vinegar when used as a natural remedy for several scalp issues can reduce vibrant hues.

The acidity level in apple cider vinegar may alter your pH balance if applied directly onto follicles, leading some people to worry whether prolonged use could potentially damage pigment on more vulnerable strands resulting in less vivid shades over time (although it doesn’t necessary means that application will always prove harmful).

Hair dye contains chemical bonds that adhere strongly with cuticles making them sturdy enough not break easily but If any acidic material interacts with them where they establish extra connections getting stronger than original one , chances are minor distortions also occur weakening those cochlea-like scales with possibly damaging results.

Luckily (‘thank heavens!’), there isn’t currently any evidence suggesting ACV damages artificial hair dye or completely erases it from hair. Although, you should always consult with your hair stylist before applying any new treatments on yours colored hair.

How to Use Apple Cider Vinegar for Hair Care?

Now that we’ve discussed the effect of ACV on color-treated locks, let’s move on to how it can be used as a part of a healthy hair care routine (simple tips and tricks):

As a Cleanser:

  • Mix equal parts apple cider vinegar and water into an empty spray bottle.
  • Spray the solution onto roots and massage into scalp.
  • Let sit for up to 5 minutes then rinse thoroughly with cool water.
  • Repeat twice weekly.

Not only does this mixture cleanse buildup like shampoos, but also helps pH balance while promoting shine.

As a Rinse:

  • Dilute two tablespoons of apple cider vinegar in one cup (237 ml) of warm water after shampoo and conditioning.
  • Pour diluted ACV over head making sure not get it inside eyes!
  • Massage through strands for at least two minutes ,then rinse well with fresh cold (not hot) tap water

This will help smooth cuticle layers providing softness by adding natural sheen besides balancing out oils secreted naturally along folicles.

As a Treatment:

Mixing ACV With Yellow Mustard Oil
Glowy glowing gloooowy! That’s what mustard oil mixed together coupled reaction might sound like one science experiment gone wrong (!)

Worried about tangled tresses? Reach for aromatic pairing perfect remedy loaded with vitamins E & B6: Dijon mustard + olive oil derived yellow liquid. Alongside Of beauty benefits this mix is thankfully very easy/smooth going when rinsing out without much residue left behind unlike other heavy duty products . You may include honey too if you please; even better when combined together creates lustrous golden crown everyone wishes they had!

  • 1 tbsp ACV
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 2 tbsp dijon mustard
  • 3tbsp olive oil

Additional Tips for Hair Color Protection:

If you’re still concerned about protecting your hair color, here are some extra tips to ensure it stays stunning and vibrant (No one will steel your trophy because you deserve BEST 🏆):

Wear Hats or Scarves:

Protective clothing for tresses! They indeed function both as fashion accessory maintaining temperature level waves rooted with inner glands– preventing sun damage while hiding sudden winds. Try them on those days where mirror reflection fails after a restless night’s sleep ||or|| if spontaneous outing comes into the work frame.

Avoid Over-Shampooing & Heat Tools:

It’s important not use high heat tools such blow dryers, curling irons and straighteners too much which can break down chemical compounds in dye causing fading or discolorations in specific spots (fashion shouldn’t come at expense of safety!) Besides frequent washing will strip protective natural oils from hair shafts oftentimes making hair dull, frizzy with flyaways. Limit washes to no more than every other day, using sulfate/detergent-free formulas that are light-weight/moisturizing.

Use Color-Safe Products:

Treatments labeled as being ‘color-safe’ do truly help maintain the vibrancy of pigement so next time choosing items aim at extending shade life ,catch yourself reflecting back its brilliance instead of faded hue sheen dimming away!.

So there we have it; the verdict is that apple cider vinegar doesn’t necessarily strip color-treated hair off its dye altogether (‘Phew!’ again!). Like always though, be careful when experimenting at home – any doubts/concerns guarantee seeking professional advice only then celebrate new shiny locks!

Maybe next week? cucumber slice soaked in coconut milk massaging it into scalp! Oil Pulling? the sky is the limit…

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