Itchy scalp, dry scalp, dandruff - ACV rinse to the Rescue!

Let's talk about Scalp Health!

We're a huge fan of apple cider vinegar. The taste? Eh, definitely not my favorite, however it has huge benefits for your gut + immune system. ACV helps fight off bad bacteria, this is why it’s an amazing natural remedy for scalp issues.

Ever heard of malassezia? It’s a common scalp fungus that we all have on our scalp. When it builds up to 1.5-2 times the typical amount, we then have something we’ve all heard of, dandruff.

What will your doctor prescribe you? A harsh chemical-laden shampoo that has zinc-pyrithione in it. Can you guess where I’m going here? Guess what else kills this fungi - apple cider vinegar. It wipes out this yeast like fungus, it’s really simple to use, and affordable.

Here’s how to make an Apple Cider Vinegar Rinse:

1. Fill part of an empty spray bottle with Apple Cider Vinegar.
2. Dilute with water. We recommend : 1 part ACV to 3 parts water. *You can go stronger if you prefer.
3. Spray your entire scalp, really get in there. You may not smell great and sometimes there is a bit of tingling (not to worry).
4. Leave it on for 10 minutes or so.
5. Then jump in the shower and wash your hair as you normally would with shampoo and conditioner.

Additional Tips:
- Use Warrior Shampoo if you have dandruff. Typically with dandruff you also have an oily scalp. Warrior shampoo will help address the dandruff and release that congestion that has built up. Use Luna Clear Shampoo if you have an overall dry and flaky scalp.

- Don’t wait too long in-between washes. This stubborn fungus feeds off the oils of your scalp and the point is to kill it, not feed it. Even though your scalp seems dry, you actually want to shampoo more frequently until there’s no sign of this bacteria.

- Do an ACV rinse once a week and take the ACV internally everyday until it subsides. Then of course prevention and keeping a healthy scalp is always necessary.

- Try an overnight hair mask with your Under Luna Conditioner (based on hair type). Massage the conditioner into a damp scalp and hair and put up into a bun. Leave overnight and wash as you normally would the next day.

Remember what’s showing up on your skin is happening on a much higher level internally so if you want to get serious about healing it, consume less to no sugar/alcohol/gluten. Malassezia will know you’re serious then!