Scalp detoxing is all over TikTok - and for good reason. If your hair feels greasy no matter what you do, your roots feel itchy or flat, or your growth has stalled, this could be the glow-up your scalp is begging for 🧖♀️✨
Here’s exactly how to do a simple, affordable scalp detox at home - no weird ingredients or expensive serums required.
❤ Bonus Tip #1: Don’t Scratch - Exfoliate
If you’re using your nails to scrub your scalp... stop 😬 Instead, use a scalp brush or silicone scrubber to gently exfoliate as you rinse. It boosts circulation and removes buildup without causing micro-tears on your scalp 🧴🫧
💨 Bonus Tip #2: Detox Regularly, Not Constantly
Once a week is plenty. Over-detoxing can strip your scalp and actually cause more oil production 😵💫. Think of it like a juice cleanse for your hair - occasional, not daily.
Original Video Creator @revolutionbeautyesthetic
🧪 DIY Scalp Detox Spray Recipe
Mix this up before your shower and get ready for your scalp to breathe again 🌬️
You’ll need:
- ½ cup water 💧
- 1 tsp 👉 apple cider vinegar 🍎
- 2 tsp 👉 lemon juice 🍋
- 1 tsp 👉 Himalayan salt 🧂
Put it all in a small 👉 spray bottle, shake it like you mean it, and spritz directly onto your scalp. Focus on oily areas, buildup zones, or where your roots feel the most congested.
Let it sit for 5–10 minutes before hopping in the shower.
🚿 What to Do After
Wash and condition your hair as normal. For best results, follow my complete hair wash routine below 👇 It breaks down every step so your hair comes out soft, shiny, and squeaky clean (without drying it out).
🚨 ULTIMATE GUIDE: How to Wash Your Hair Properly (Because Your Mom Never Taught You)❓ FAQ: Scalp Detox Edition
Q: Will this work on dandruff or just buildup?
🌿 It can help with both! The apple cider vinegar + lemon combo balances pH and breaks up flakes, while salt exfoliates the scalp.
Q: Can I use sea salt instead of Himalayan salt?
🧂 Yes - just avoid table salt, which has additives. Sea salt or pink salt are the best options.
Q: Can I make a big batch and store it?
❌ Not recommended. This recipe is best made fresh for max effectiveness - especially with lemon juice involved.
Q: Will it make my hair smell like vinegar?
🍋 Nope - the lemon helps cut the vinegar smell. And once you shampoo and condition, your hair will smell just like your favorite products.
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