No poo

So while ago I head about the 'no poo' movement (not using store bought shampoo and conditioner) and decided I wanted to give it a try. Did you know that the UK and USA produce approximately 220 and  227 million metric tonnes of waste per year respectively? One of my goals is to cut down my share of this. Partly to help the environment but also because I wasn't convinced that I really 'needed' these products (as I had always been told) and that they may be doing more harm than good. I experimented in Australia with doing bicarbonate (baking) soda and apple cider vinegar washes but after moving to London (with it's hard water) this was no longer an option.

Hard water has been a huge problem since i moved and have experimented with different options including rye flour (that still left my hair oily), bentonite clay (that left my hair waxy) and soap nuts (which were hit or miss). So far the soap nuts have been the most effective option,  but i don't always get the amazing hair I used to. But i refuse to give up! For now I will probably continue to use soap nuts to wash my hair, along with putting it up in a high bun.

One thing I can say about this is that everyone's hair is different, and what works for me may be a disaster for you. If anyone is interested in learning more about 'no poo' I strongly recommend looking at facebook groups!

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