I’ve used baby shampoo every single day until the age of 13 which definitely took a toll on my scalp. I then stuck with leading brand dandruff shampoo up until about 3 weeks ago.

I heard of the “NoPoo” method, but was never familiar with it being an actual movement.

The movement is to abstain from using shampoo and promote healthier hair.

There was a point where I was just annoyed with my hair; Having to apply putty and hairspray to my hair every time I go out was such a time-consuming task.

Here is a BEFORE picture after I dried my hair after a shampoo-assaulted shower.

Me and Carlito

This was about 3-weeks ago. As you see my hair looks thin, flat, unhealthy, damaged, and slightly faded.

I started the “NoPoo” method right around the time the COV-19 quarantine in South Florida began.

Although, I didn’t know this method was going to be effective, it didn’t matter because I was stuck in the house. There was no need to style up my hair. The risk was minimal for me.

Rather than using shampoo, I massaged my scalp in a circular motion as the cold water drizzled through my hair.

One key factor I found important: whenever I used to wash my hair with shampoo I always used my fingernails like a lunatic thinking it would get all the dandruff out.

Turns out, the proper way is to use your finger tips, not your finger nails.

Transformation Phases

First week of NoPoo my hair looked like the picture above and was the peak of dandruff and oily hair. I assumed this was because my hair follicles had to adapt and compensate for the lack of oils in my hair since I suddenly stopped using shampoo.

Second week I started to notice more of a glow in my hair. Not so much volume but definitely a glow in color. My dark hair color looked more natural. Much less dandruff.

Third week is when I noticed more volume in my hair. It stood up more. Not in a way that it looked as if I were to put gel, hairspray, or putty; but a more natural and healthy look. Very little dandruff.

Here is my AFTER picture (3-week result)

What I learned:

Shampoo only worsens dry scalp

dry scalp Cold water is important because it promotes healthier scalp

is important because it promotes healthier scalp Make sure you scrub your scalp with your finger tips NOT your fingernails

your fingernails If done properly, #NoPoo is the way to go

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