How to Degrease Oily Hair Naturally

Make greasy, limp locks come to life with everyday ingredients.

Step 1: Pre-shampoo astringent Apply an astringent before you shampoo. Mix equal parts witch hazel and mouthwash and apply to the scalp with cotton pads.
Step 2: Make degreasing shampoo Make your own degreasing shampoo by mixing mild shampoo with aloe vera gel and lemon juice. Lather and leave shampoo on for five minutes.
TIP: Use transparent shampoo. It has fewer ingredients that weigh down oily hair.
Step 3: Rinse Use an apple cider rinse after you shampoo. Mix apple cider vinegar with a quart of distilled water. This gets rid of residue.
TIP: You can also mix a shot of vodka with one quart water for a degreasing rinse.
Step 4: Dry hair Blow-dry your hair in the opposite direction of growth to give oily hair much needed body.
Step 5: Freshen with baby powder Sprinkle baby powder onto your scalp between washes. Wait five minutes and comb through.
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