Journalist Esmir ditched shampoo entirely. "After three weeks, I looked like a scarecrow." Curious about her hair after eight weeks?
People are banishing shampoo bottles from their bathrooms, washing with just water or natural alternatives instead. Esmir dives into the no-poo movement.
Esmir: 'A sharp pair of heels and a great haircut—that's all it takes for me to feel sexy. I'm lucky with my thick, full hair that needs little upkeep. But as I age, it demands more care.
Conditioner is now essential. I used to wash every other day but cut back to twice a week, as my hair smelled great right after but soon turned limp and lifeless.
This no-poo trend skips commercial shampoos and conditioners. Rinse with hot water only, or use 100% natural options free of sulfates, silicones, and parabens. Proven alternatives like eggs, baking soda, apple cider vinegar, and applesauce deliver clean, healthy hair.
It sparks curiosity but plenty of doubts: Won't it get greasy? Will my locks hang limp like a wet dog? Dreadlocks? No thanks.
The no-shampoo journey has challenges, but the payoff is impressive. Discover how Esmir fared in the November issue of Santé.
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