So what is it? It is basically like a deep shampoo. It lifts all the gunk and layers of dirt and product from ur hair and scalp to free it. It is a fresh start for your scalp.
Imagine all the butters, creams, lotions, oils, sprays, pomades, and gels that you add to your hair and scalp on a weekly basis. Now imagine all those products building up layer after layer after layer. Sure, shampooing can get a lot of it out but after a while, shampoo doesn't cut it! Some of do not like to use shampoo anyways but clarifying is a must. Your scalp is being suffocated by layers of junk and as we all know, healthy scalp = healthy hair. Ever wonder why your favorite curl definer,for example, seems to be losing its effect on your tresses ? You might think you have a bad batch but looking deeper, it's all those layers of product in your hair that are built up and are blocking the other styling products you wish to use. This is where clarifying comes in to save the day.
We are lucky that now there are many products for naturals that say "clarifying" right on the bottle so you can go into a store and buy a bottle. If you are looking for a product, try the "Nothing But Clarifying Shampoo" available many places including Walgreens for about 8 bucks. It works well and lasts for a while. Another pocket-friendly option is the "Suave Daily Clarifying Shampoo" for about a $1 anywhere. It is a cheaper option and does the same thing as the more expensive options but it contains sulfates that a lot of us try to avoid because they excessively dry the hair out. Also, despite the name, don't actually use it daily (more on this in a bit). However, you can also do it yourself at home ! Just grab some apple cider vinegar (ACV) and massage it into your scalp in a well ventilated area. (Side Note: This stuff stinks and the smell can linger). Make sure to rinse it all out well. Try to avoid getting ACV or the clarifying shampoo on the ends of your hair because it can be very drying.
Now, that being said, while clarifying removes all the filth, it also removes all the good oils our scalp has naturally produced and without oil, we tend to get dry scalp which equals dandruff and no one wants that. So, make sure to follow a good clarification with a hot oil treatment to replenish some of those oils. I prefer to use either a cocktail of olive oil with coconut oil OR argan oil with moroccan oil.
Since clarifying can be harsh, limit it to once a month or once every six weeks. I am an admitted product junkie so I try to do it once a month. Again, as with all things for naturals, listen to your hair and decide how often you need to do it.
That is all for this week's tip. Next time we will be talking about protective styling !
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