9 Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar for Healthy Hair & Skin

 


1. Plays the role of a skin toner

Alpha hydroxy acids (AHA) are present in apple cider vinegar which is nothing but a chemical exfoliant;  This chemical aids in the removal of dead skin cells and reveal healthy new skin cells. ACV is considered as an  all-natural astringent as it helps in the removal of dirt & oil the builds up while trying to maintain a healthful level pH in the skin. It is important to note that  ACV must be diluted with water (using 1:3 , i.e 1 tablespoon of ACV diluted with 3 tablespoon of water) this is done in order to avoid Skin Inflammation or Irritation.

2. Relieves and sooths sunburn

Acetic acid is a major component of ACV, this acid possesses exceptional antibacterial power against micro-organisms. The main use of it is that this acid helps to reverse the damage caused by overexposure to the sun’s harmful rays.

3. Acne fighter

ACV is considered as a natural astringent, it fights against bacteria that causes acne. ACV possess antibacterial, antifungal and antiviral properties, this enables it to keep the bacteria at bay and any pimples from forming. It is involved in reducing the levels of acne- causing bacteria and removal of the dead skin cells found on the skin’s surface.

4. Prevents Dandruff and relieves itchy scalp

The body’s inflammatory response to the presence of high levels of yeast is the main cause for the presence of dandruff that may grow on your scalp. Apple Cider Vinegar which is considered as an antibacterial and anti-fungal ingredient helps dry and itchy scalp. The acids and enzymes in ACV helps to kill the bacteria that cause many scalp and hair conditions such as dandruff & itchy scalp. Apple Cider Vinegar helps lower the amount of yeast growing on your scalp. Rinsing your hair even once a week with an apple cider vinegar mixture has brought relief to many that suffer from dandruff.

5. Clarifies the scalp and prevents build-up

We tend to apply tons of products to our hair such as gels, masks, lot of butters and oils and all of these products which cause product build-ups. The best and the easiest way to get rid of product build-ups is by using Apple cider vinegar.
ACV clarifies and remove buildup blocking the pores on the scalp from results of using many different styling products.
Make sure you let it to sit in the hair for at least five minutes when you are applying ACV and rinse it away. You can use a mixture of Bentonite Clay and ACV as it also prevents build ups in the scalp.

6. Increase hair growth

Apple Cider Vinegar is responsible in stimulating hair growth by increasing the circulation of blood to the hair follicles which is vital for encouraging hair growth and preventing hair loss.
Method:  Apply ACV rinse to your scalp leave on for 30 minutes and rinse. ACV is truly good for everything!! ACV rinse mixture rule also apply to the hair i.e. 1 tablespoon of ACV diluted with 3 tablespoon of water. And for larger volume; 1 cup of ACV diluted with 3 cups of water.

7. Increase volume and define curls

Apple Cider Vinegar can add a bit of ‘pop’ to your curls as it doesn’t weigh down strands like silicone-based conditioners and helps with volume and curl definition.

8. No more split ends and breakage

An apple cider vinegar rinse will help in naturally removing tangles from your hair, closing the cuticles, improving porosity and encouraging stronger strands –hence leads to prevention of split ends and breakage.

9. Shiny and smooth hair

Apple Cider Vinegar is responsible for flattening and closing the hair cuticle. The light reflecting properties of the hair strands are affected by the cuticle’s position.  After an apple cider vinegar rinse, the cuticle would be down – and therefore the hair reflects the light better. This makes the hair strands feel smoother and easier to detangle, shinier, tends to get less frizzy as well as less prone to breakage and more moisturized.

Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

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