Alot of people believe you cam just go cold turkey from shampoo. The truth is for most people you have to train your hair to handle it . Also when doing no poo you have to do maintenance. Like wearing a silk or satin hair bonnet at night when you go to bed . Using a 100 percent boar bristle brush to move your hair oils down the hair shaft. So it don't build up in one spot. Also when ends get dry you need to use oil on the ends. I now only rinse with water and rarely I will use apple cider Vinger rarely. But I had to work to get that way by hair training . The beginning was rough but I never want to go back it was worth it and cheaper .
@LeahSelman
Жыл бұрын
I was using rice water & grapefruit oil, I loved how it smelled but it caused a build-up. Now I’m washing my hair with Dead Sea Salt Water & it’s amazing. The salt is a gentle softener & does remove build-up & it leaves a beautiful natural smell. I’ve only been using it the last month but so far I’m loving it (no build-up)
@111-w9d7y
4 жыл бұрын
Hi Lia, Your hair is looking absolutely gorgeous in this video. Keep it long or shorter but not very short. Do not even think of shaving your head please. Your hair is charming. Love from Switzerland.
@ecofriendlia
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks! But maybe I am still saving it off one day. Probably not completely, I will leave 1cm or so... And it will grow back 😉
@deannedennis
4 жыл бұрын
I love apple cider vinegar for my hair. I find it most effective when I use a ratio of 1 part ACV to 3 parts water
@LeahSelman
Жыл бұрын
I tried vinegar but that only works well on hair that’s washed with shampoo, if your hair has a No-Poo Oil coat that oil coat can absorb the vinegar smell & you can smell like a salad even after repeated rinsing. I think using salt is the best method because it protects the scalp from bacteria, doesn’t dry out hair & there’s no odor, your own pheromones remain intact & fresh in your hair
@recynd77
Жыл бұрын
@@LeahSelmanHave you tried a baking soda paste (just at scalp, no more than once every 10 days) first, and the ACV as a rinse (rinse it out, too). My hair/head feels great.
@HerWanderlust
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing this! I use a boar bristle brush before showering. I also use just warm water about twice a week, except once a month or so I wash just the hair near my scalp with a paste of rye flour and water ( I do this because I get buildup after awhile and my hair starts to look dull, so I can always tell when it's time ). It is nice to hear someone talking about our natural oils and how they are a part of the body's natural mechanisms.
@harald7353
4 жыл бұрын
First of all I want to say: Your hair is your choice. Your long hair looks good. I hope you keep it as long as you like it. But on the other hand I was really happy that you also adressed the idea of shaving your head some time. I did it a few times, and for me it was a very strong experience of decluttering. I usually couldn't get enough of it, and I ended shaved down to the skin more than once. For me it is something like the ultimate minimalist hairstyle, and I think it works for men and women. Maybe even more for women, because you need more courage and determination to go there. When I see a woman with a shaved head, I do not only think "Wow, that looks good", but also that she is a confident person who knows what she wants. A radical minmimalist approach can be to shave it down to zero, not care about it any more and let it grow again. I have done it in that way. But I am also thinking about the challenge of living without hair for some time. It was some time ago when I read about people trying it for nine months. I discoverd your channel a few days ago, and I find your thoughts and your lifestyle very interesting and inspiring. Everyone has his/her own way to herself/himself. Maybe my experiments with hairstyle can also be an inspiration for someone here...
@ecofriendlia
3 жыл бұрын
It sounds like you handle your bathroom products in a very responsible way! I totally agree with you, health comes first and there is no need to throw away products that you can still use... I think for some people this can be a challenge when they want to be more minimalist and still have all this stuff but using everything up is the most sustainable way to do it! ☺
@UndineAlmani
4 жыл бұрын
Wow. Respect, that's commitment to an experiment! 😄 I personally practice "No no-poo"... Totally done with it. I love soap, I love foam, I love to smell like a flower bouquet... as long as there's no microplastics in there, I'm fine.
@ruthannemackinnon588
3 жыл бұрын
I've been water only for about 7 years. This is difficult with hard water & when I travel to places with hard water I wash with an organic conditioner. Using the ACV is a good alternative. Also it's ok to put some leave in conditioner or oil to moisten the ends
@annaradcliffe
3 жыл бұрын
So interesting to hear your experience! It is similar to mine. I used the baking soda & ACV method for six years, but wanted to get even more minimal after hearing people on the internet rave about water-only. I tried that for two years (?! I can't believe I kept going that long) but my hair was always oily. Eventually I realized that even though it was minimal, having greasy hair was making my life worse, so I went back to baking soda and I love it!
@hellokittydoll2794
2 жыл бұрын
I know this is an older comment but did you experience any breakage or hair damage from using the BS and ACV? I'm noticing just a bit because I'm still working on lessening my BS amount slowly and also ACV vs. White vinegar so I'm still adjusting things some!
@annaradcliffe
2 жыл бұрын
@@hellokittydoll2794 I didn't for a long time, but I have been having more split ends recently so I'm considering adding some oil to the routine, maybe the night before I wash? I've also had to adjust the vinegar ratio for harder or softer water in different places I've lived. There are so many factors! I hope you can figure out a system that works for you :)
@hellokittydoll2794
2 жыл бұрын
@@annaradcliffe Okay thank you so much! And to protect my ends I put a high quality coconut oil on my ends on wash day and put my hair up in a clip before I use the BS in the evening and it helps a lot! You may just need a trim as well if it's been a while! I'm still transitioning so my roots have plenty of oil rn. 😂 I'm trying to get my recipe down to 1tsp of BS per cup of water. Hopefully that wont be quite as harsh. 😊
@annaradcliffe
2 жыл бұрын
@@hellokittydoll2794 No problem, thanks for the tips!
@maroulio2067
4 жыл бұрын
Hi- I just found you and so I'm watching a few of your posts daily. I live in USA near Canada. HAIR: I'm elderly w. never dyed hair the same length as yours and a bit wavier. I did try no-poo but after a month or so did not like the way my scalp felt. Now I use Dr. Bronner's liquid baby soap once a week and every 3 weeks rinse w. ACV mixed w. cold water, about 1 ounce vinegar to 8 oz water. I shampoo 1x a week, always rinse w. cold water and let my hair dry naturally. But while still wet I put coconut oil (food grade that I also use in kitchen) on the ends of my hair to avoid split ends or dryness. I also might put a little shea butter or jojoba oil on my palms and then lightly run it over all my wet hair. I find long hair easy as I can braid it or pull it back. I had snipped the very ends every 6 months or so but decided to just let it grow w/out snips from now on to see how that works.
@ecofriendlia
4 жыл бұрын
Oh yes, I used Dr. Bronners a few years ago, maybe I should try again if I run into more struggles... And apple cider vinegar helps so much with my hair! Do you think it makes a big difference if you use cold or warm water? And if so why? ☺
@nicolebee3273
3 жыл бұрын
I use aloe Vera gel and apple cider vinegar to get that clean feeling I also bought a filter for my shower head.
@TheSryn1
10 ай бұрын
I've gone no-shampoo for a few weeks now... I wash daily, gently combing my hair as I wash it under the shower, and rinse with bay leaf water. I do use some oil when it gets sort of dry-ish, once in a while, especially when I have an appointment, or gathering or party. Then once a week or sometimes, two weeks, I revert to diluted shampoo. Intend to wean myself off shampoo completely, and so far, fabulous results.
@LoveLess-mm9du
Жыл бұрын
Apple cider vinegar is perfect for your hair. I have curly dry hair. Now I have PH balance hair. And your hair is awesome
@CasianaCarmazan
4 жыл бұрын
I shaved my head twice. Once 10 years ago when I was 16 and once during this quarantine in April. Both times it felt liberating and awesome. The only thing I don’t like is that my hair is spiky when it grows so it sticks out. But yes I think it would be so cool if you did. Both times I shaved it no2 so there was still a tiny bit of hair left 😊
@ecofriendlia
4 жыл бұрын
Oh, mine is spiky as well! But I mostly hate the phase when it gets longer but not long enough to gather all of it in a ponytail or bun or something ☺
@discsplatinum9912
7 ай бұрын
Ive washed my hair with only water for a few months now and its just great. I only had bad hair days before iI started the water only hair washing and I tried hundreds of products. The only problem I’ve had since washing with just water was when I went on holiday and the water there didn’t seem to agree with my hair. My hair is so soft now and healthy looking. I am hoping that bad hair days are over now.
@marjnussby1516
4 жыл бұрын
Hey, another solution to try. I have tons of long hair, and I change up routines aat times. I se grapeseed oil lightly through my hair before I shampoo. A few minutes or half a day, if time permits. I use baking soda mixed with water. I use a lot for so much hair. Most only need 2-3 tablespoons in a large jar of water. No suds, and rinse wilh vinegar. My hair isn't as tangled. Usually, I have to use Infusium 23 for the major tangles.
@giulias.5104
2 жыл бұрын
For a while I was living in nature, eating fruitarian, etc., and I used sodium bicarbonate to wash my hair, and water+vinegar to detangle them and soften them (I have natural curly hair). That combination worked well for me. 🧡
@vegginspired
3 жыл бұрын
I try not to shampoo my hair but can only go as long as 2 weeks. Water wash is good, but I will try the diluted apple cider vinegar , after watching this video. I have very long hair (let's just say it is easy to sit on..) so the ends get dry easily. Thanks for your video , it is very encouraging!
@houdasoummer8789
2 жыл бұрын
Try clay. Natural clay and warm water, apply it on your hair leave it for an hour and wash your hair with water. It will work. Also try rosemary soaked in water and rinse your hair with the water every two weeks
@oneirosnauta
4 жыл бұрын
Did you consider to buy a filter for the shower? Maybe it solves the hard water problem. I don't know a lot about it, but some american youtubers that I follow use it and they are so happy about it!
@ecofriendlia
4 жыл бұрын
Yes! I have thought a bit about it but I have to really research and find out if they would be a solution ☺
@theallotmentkitchengarden3694
4 жыл бұрын
This is very interesting. I make apple cider vinegar (out of apple scraps - I have two kids who love sliced apples!) for cooking with and for feeding to my chickens. After watching I’m feeling inspired to try using it to rinse my hair 🤔 We have very hard water here and I also have super oily hair. I wash my hair once or twice a week and I use a packaging free shampoo bar. How much vinegar do you use for a rinse? Do you rinse with water afterwards? Does it leave a vinegary smell??
@ecofriendlia
4 жыл бұрын
How do you make your apple cider vinegar? I never thought of making my own but it sounds interesting! I use about 2-3 tbsp of vinegar with 1liter (34 fl oz) of water and just leave it in. It smells a bit like vinegar as long as the hair is still wet but then the smell is gone... ☺
@theallotmentkitchengarden3694
4 жыл бұрын
ecofriend. lia Thank you, I’m definitely going to try it! Making ACV is very easy (though might involve a bit of trial and error to start with, it did for me!) There are lots of recipes online, but this one worked best for me: treadingmyownpath.com/2017/02/16/how-to-make-scrappy-apple-cider-vinegar-from-scratch/ I tried some recipes that say to just leave in a dark place, but I found those batches went mouldy. But since I’ve started with the the stirring method, I haven’t had a single bad batch yet 👍 I love it that I can get another use out of a waste product, before it finally goes to the compost heap to become a lovely mulch for my veggies 💚
@ambb269
2 жыл бұрын
Love the authentic feel of this video. I feel like I'm seeing myself haha
@mawaika1989
3 жыл бұрын
You can actually wash your hair with rye flour, there‘s tons of information on the internet. Works really well for me, my hair is less greasy and healthier. I rinse with apple cider vinegar and use coconut or olive oil for the tips :) just don‘t use any other flour tho, you will regret it :D
@jeyyran
4 жыл бұрын
I currently only use water, and weirdly the first two days after washing my hair is the greasiest? After that it bounces back to regular, clean-looking oil levels and for the rest of the week it's fine. My hair naturally doesn't really get oily, and i mostly just wash it to rinse out the sweat (lol) so the greasiness is extra mysterious Weirdly when using apple cider vinegar after washing with only water it makes my hair even oilier, which doesn't make any sense bc i've been using it to counteract the hard water before, back when i was still using shampoo bars and it worked fine then? hair is weird🤷♀️
@marjnussby1516
4 жыл бұрын
I've never tried only water. I live in high humidity, so I try to only wash every other day. Sounds like you would like the baking soda and water. I wash the scalp first and then work it through the rest of the hair, then rinse. You can feel the excess oil wash off, it helps the rest of the hair. You may not need to use it for every shampoo. I have normal to dry hair, and i use the grapeseed oil for that. It's in a lot of hair and body products, and leaves your skin soft/not oily.
@EasyNaturalLiving
3 жыл бұрын
I made an experience very similar to yours with only water
@anniemargareth7617
3 жыл бұрын
Check the mideavel method. Scrape scalp with very fine comb. Comb to the ends.
@lana.9073
4 жыл бұрын
Liebi Lia, your hair looks gorgeous! I would love to see a photo with dreadlocks 😏 I had a very similar experience with no poo also for about 2 years and eventually threw it out the window. I am now using a solid shampoo and got back to washing my hair every other day AND it is so much faster and easier and more convenient for me aaaah. Do you cut your hair yourself?
@Luanapradines
4 жыл бұрын
Because of the Corona vírus a had to wash my hair everyday when I got home. I have a curly hair and I was getting very dry so now I have a pixie cut. LOL
@ecofriendlia
4 жыл бұрын
Oh, I can imagine! Especially curly hair doesn't require daily washes normally, right? So that must have been really bad, but I love pixy cuts and I hope you too! ☺
@KAEmmons
4 жыл бұрын
This was such a helpful and timely video, Lia. I have been giving some thought, as I practice minimalism, as to how often I should wash my hair, how I should go about my hair care routine. I have wanted to try using apple cider vinegar for awhile now...I wanted to ask, when you make your diluted apple cider vinegar rinse, what is the ratio of water/vinegar you use? I have very hard water where I live as well, and I would love to try this. Thank you so much for making these videos!
@ecofriendlia
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you, I am really happy this video was helpful for you! I use about 2-3 tbsp with 1 liter (34 fl oz) and leave it in once I am done washing my hair with water. Sometimes it smells a little bit like vinegar but usually only as long as it is wet, once dry the vinegar smell is completely gone☺
@KAEmmons
4 жыл бұрын
@@ecofriendlia Awesome, I will definitely be trying this. Thank you so much! 🙏🌿
@creatinecutie
3 жыл бұрын
Hey girl! Did the ACV work for you? I just started water washing my hair and It feels like it’s started to get a little waxy.
@ali-25yearsold
2 жыл бұрын
@@KAEmmons Hi Emmons, what is really hard water means? I dont really understand. Could you explain it?
@janetthoke6326
4 жыл бұрын
Your journey sounds just like mine, except I never entertained shaving it. Then I went through menopause and my hair became curly! Whoa! Still haven't figured out how to deal with it. Like you, though, I refuse to spend time on it or to buy anything in a plastic container.
@ralucasimpleliving
9 ай бұрын
Gorgeous hair colour ❤
@ninacalderchase8202
Жыл бұрын
If living in area with hard water or really hard water- rinse with club soda
@CasianaCarmazan
4 жыл бұрын
My hair is very short and purple now 😅 I used the last of my avocado co-wash bar from Lush yesterday. I don’t know if I will buy it again because it doesn’t lather 🧼 very well not like the other shampoos I tried from them. So I also need to buy a shampoo. I’ll probably just buy a shampoo from Lush again
@jillgjacky2245
4 жыл бұрын
I am still struggeling with finding the right products for me within a budget. Luckely I can share my zero wasre journey as a teen on mij channel and can receive tips :)
@holo-conjunctions2
3 жыл бұрын
use a bbb, cold water only throughout the week and wash once a week with warm water. it works wonders
@EmmaCOW93
Жыл бұрын
What is a bbb?
@PetitMju
3 жыл бұрын
Hi, Lia! Thank you for the video! What type of apple cyder (% on the bottle) you use and in which proportion to water? And also - just curious - does your hair tend to be more greasy or dry (or both) during winter? Thank you!!!
@ecofriendlia
3 жыл бұрын
I think it is 5% but not sure... And I use maybe 3Tbsp for 1 liter (36fl oz) of water! My hair tends to be greasy at the roots and but has dry ends... And I have to say that I can't really tell a difference between summer and winter ☺
@PetitMju
3 жыл бұрын
@@ecofriendlia thank you for your answer! Your hair looks really good, so I think I will try this method🥰
@NessaBalawn
4 жыл бұрын
I wash with conditioner everyday and make my own flaxseed gel I would like to find a conditioner I can make myself
@virginiacaceres3305
4 жыл бұрын
Hi Lia, your hair looks beautiful!
@ecofriendlia
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! ☺️
@ruthannemackinnon588
Жыл бұрын
When I got frustrated with water only I discovered it was more about technique. Hot soft water was best, do you have access to a water softener?
@harryayres6591
3 жыл бұрын
I have recently seen your KZitem video about hair washing without shampoo and just with water. I was therefore wondering if it would be at all possible please for you to provide me with some very detailed tips and tricks with regards to how to go about this. I myself have very long hair (down to about my nipples), which is reasonably curly. I am more than happy to send a photograph or two if you feel that could be of any assistance. It would be greatly appreciated if I could please hear back from you soon. Kind Regards, Harry
@ingerjakobsen4932
4 жыл бұрын
I was until recently living in the Mediterranean where the water is so hard! Now I am back in my home country, Norway, and my hair finally feels normal again. I mainly use a shampoo bar from Lush, which works well for me, and I haven't bought a plastic bottle of hair care product in over a year, but now during summer, back in Norway, I did buy a conditioner that works well for my hair, for a transition time to let my hair heal a little, after years in the harder water. I am sad I haven't found a perfect zero waste routine yet, but I dont feel guilty about this one conditioner bottle either, as I think we should allow ourselves to adapt. Great video, I liked it alot, and I will try to use some apple cider vinegar! All the best xx
@maroulio2067
4 жыл бұрын
When I am in Greece I need to step up the coconut oil and shea butter on my long hair as the island water is very hard. Last year I was remiss and had to cut an inch off after I was back in US, where we have a good water filter.
@papaya8634
4 жыл бұрын
Washing with water and vinegar rinse doesn't work for me so far. The problem is that my hair doesn't get oil free, after washing with water it is even a bit oilier than before. I have no idea how people get their hair oil free or almost oil free just with water and hands? I already give my best. Once I took almost 10 minutes but it just didn't work and I really don't want to use so much water. I tried hot water, medium and cold water, strong massage, less massage, head down or up ... brushing before and not ... nothing helped.
@ecofriendlia
4 жыл бұрын
I understand... For me, the part of my routine that does remove the oil is most likely the brushing... The vinegar just makes the remaining oil (that I think the hair kind of needs) feel and look a lot better since it turns this waxy texture into smoother and 'nicer to touch" hair. But I think every hair type and water is different so I just hope you find a solution that works for you!
@oneirosnauta
4 жыл бұрын
Another suggestion: have you already tried to use chickpeas flour (Kichererbsen Mehl) as a "shampoo"? I tried a couple of time and I want to try more. So I think it clean sooo good, my problem is just that with my curly hair is difficult to rinse out. But I think that for you should be easier. If you never heard about it, there are maaany videos. I prefer what the channel Fairyland cottage shares (kzitem.info/news/bejne/1p6rq3yQs5WkmHY). I know that you want to use only water, but maybe this can work good for you, and you can use the flour also for cooking, so you don't have to buy it just for your hair, exactly like the apple cider vinegar :)
@didderbugakakatie
3 жыл бұрын
Shave it! Head rubs feel amazing
@bonne_vie
Жыл бұрын
I know this is a old video, but think about cutting it but keeping it long enough to put in ponytail. Easier to get out of your face.
@sandraobrien8705
3 жыл бұрын
Use filtered water?
@mojon_1
2 жыл бұрын
Oh waw you have nice hair take care of it
@captainmax7967
2 жыл бұрын
good vid tanks
@fab123fab
3 жыл бұрын
great!
@sleeplesshead602
3 жыл бұрын
I will just leave this comment and be back about 2 weeks later to share the result.
@alaaaaa4132
Ай бұрын
sure
@jeremylitten5145
4 жыл бұрын
It doesnt smell like vinegar all the time?
@ecofriendlia
4 жыл бұрын
No, just until it is dry it smells a bit. And I actually don't really mind, but of course, there are people who don't like the smell ☺
@decakizvode4387
4 жыл бұрын
I dont use shampoo for 2,5 months but it is still grassy and oily...🙁
@taylortsakopulos1216
4 жыл бұрын
Could try chickpea flour look up fairyland cottage on KZitem
@10418
3 жыл бұрын
I don’t really like how the hair are squashed to the scalp.
@ctsirkass
6 ай бұрын
just wash with water every day. It looks just like in the ads.
@sowertosow
Жыл бұрын
Matthew 10:30 KJV But the very hairs of your head are all numbered.
@rn-om3hu
4 жыл бұрын
I see that in the background you have two potted plants. I think you can do away with one.
@20BabyGirl19
4 жыл бұрын
I washed my hair with dove beauty bar the pink one and it was perfect I also wash my face and body with it it's not the most eco friendly but it works I tried so many natural options and they just didnt work my hair felt like a ball of wax
@Nina-cd6uw
3 жыл бұрын
Lush and Naturebox/Box of Nature (the orange box, macadamia or something) work for me, if you wanna try other ones that don't leave the hair waxy.
@nellajoensalo2316
3 жыл бұрын
A bar is still way more eco than a plastic bottle with liquid (mostly water) in it!
@20BabyGirl19
2 ай бұрын
Three years later, and I'm currently using water and flaxseed gel to wash my hair. I make the flaxseed gel myself
@20BabyGirl19
Жыл бұрын
A few monthsa ago I switched to homemade shampoo because of all the recalls on hair products and I made it with 1/2 cup castile soap 1/2 cup water I used spring water and 1 tablespoon of oil I used olive if you have oily scalp use 1/2 teaspoon oil I've also used a mix of argan and jamacian caster oil
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