cider vinegar (the kind with “the mother”)
A clean spray bottle to apply the mixture evenly
A shower cap to keep the vinegar from drying out
An old towel to protect my pillowcase from drips
Since vinegar is powerful, I mixed it with water in equal parts: 1 part ACV to 1 part water. That dilution is key—too strong and you risk irritation; too weak and you lose effectiveness.
I also did what doctors always advise: a patch test. I dabbed a little on a small section of my scalp and waited. No redness, no burning. Safe to proceed.
Applyingthe Treatment
The process itself felt almost ritual-like. I sprayed the cool mixture across my scalp, massaging gently with my fingertips to help it sink in. Then I misted the rest of my hair until it was damp but not dripping.
The scent of vinegar was sharp at first, but not
