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Detox Day


Detox Your Locks

by Jessica Rivers
Originally Posted on Curlfluence.com in 2017


It’s the end of the year, and what better way to end than to detox! Do you detox your hair? If not, you should! But why? Well, just like your body and skin, your hair can hold toxins. Toxins can come from the environment or your hair products, not to mention product build-up.

          So exactly how do you detox your hair? The simplest answer is to wash it, but shampooing doesn’t always remove product build-up (unless you use a clarifying shampoo).

          But there are other ways to detox. One of the most popular ways to detox hair (and skin) is to use a clay mask─ for example, Bentonite clay. Bentonite clay has the ability to remove impurities, chemicals, and other toxins. Another type of clay is Moroccan Red Clay. This clay is a gentle, cleansing clay that removes excess dirt and oil without stripping the hair or scalp, regulates sebum production, and acts as an antiseptic, reducing the risk of inflammation and infection. Both of these clays come in powder form and work best when mixed with apple cider vinegar─ with a plastic, not metal, spoon since metal can diminish the effectiveness of the clay.

Another good detoxing agent is charcoal. Activated charcoal absorbs bacteria and other unwanted substances. When detoxing your hair, look for products that include “activated charcoal” in the ingredients list.

Click Here to watch how I make my Bentonite Clay Mask!

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