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DIY Vinegar Itchy Scalp Remedy


measuring cup pouring clear liquid into a Knotty Boy spritzer bottle

A step-by-step on how to create your own vinegar-for-itchy-scalp rinse.

If you are going crazy from scalp itchies but can't get your hands on some of our tried-and-true Knotty Boy Dread Shampoo or Peppermint Cooling Spray to treat it, there are a few other natural things you can try before resorting to medicated shampoos from the drug store.

A Vinegar Rinse will not only help kill the itch, it can help remove built-up residue from hair follicles and restore the scalp's natural pH level, which may also be contributing to the itch.

Caution: Even though this solution is quite diluted, you don't want to burn an irritated scalp. Discontinue use if increased irritation occurs.


Detailed Instructions

ingredients to make diy vinegar scalp rinse showing a bottle of vinegar, spritzer bottle, spoon, and measuring cup full of water

Step 1 - gather your gear

                                                                                                                                              


measuring cup pouring clear liquid into a Knotty Boy spritzer bottle

Step 2 - mix it up

Mix 2 Tablespoons of Vinegar with 1 Cup of Water and pour into spritzer bottle.

                                                                                                                                              


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Step 3 - treat it right

Liberally spritz vinegar solution onto your scalp and let sit for 2-3 minutes.

Rinse through hair with warm water so you don't smell like a fish-n-chips shop, then make up a shower song to sing loudly about saying bye-bye to itchy scalps!


Troubleshooting

  • If you find the solution too weak, increase the amount of vinegar a little but be careful, and keep it way out of your eyes. If it's too strong, add more water to the bottle.
  • Keep the solution in your shower or nearby to spritz away the itchies up to three times per week.

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