We often hear about cowash in the most famous beauty channels of Facebook and Instagram, but few know exactly what it really is. Let’s start from the basics of this word: cowash is a term that comes from the union of “COnditioner” (conditioner) and “WASHing” (wash) and in a practical way it means using conditioner instead of shampoo.
Let’s talk about a new method for washing hair at home, completely do it yourself, which will allow you to have healthy and shiny hair in no time. Furthermore, it is ideal for those who are forced to wash their hair frequently with the risk of damaging them. Here ‘s how cowash works and how to do it yourself.
Index
- Cowash: what it is and advantages
- Cowash: how to prepare it
- Cowash for oily hair
- Cowash for dry and frizzy hair
- Cowash for curly hair
- Cowash: tips and opinions
Cowash: what it is and advantages
Cowash finds its strong point in the presence of surfactant substances in the conditioner, which guarantee total dirt cleaning. Unlike the classic shampoo, cowash does not contain chemical agents as it is practically based on sugar and conditioner. In fact, it is especially recommended for those with very oily skin or very fragile hair that tends to break easily. The benefits of cowash can be found on oily and dry hair, as this treatment degreases without damaging it and covers an exfoliating action on the skin, thus stimulating cell renewal and gently cleaning the hair.
We want to remember that cowash can be totally replaced with shampoo, but not immediately. In fact, it is necessary to give the hair time to get used to the treatmentand to draw all possible benefits: for this reason we recommend, at least for the first month, to alternate shampoo and cowash. In addition, it could happen to feel a sort of itch: do not worry, it’s normal! This happens especially during the first washings, as the sugar covers the function of a real scrub. The important thing is that, if you notice the formation of crusts, you must be prompt in interrupting the treatment to avoid annoying situations. This means that the treatment was not carried out correctly or, more simply, that too substantial a dose of sugar was added.
If the skin appears sore and red and well, do not proceed with the treatment and consult a dermatologist immediately. Cowash: how to prepare itMaking cowash is simpler than you can imagine: in fact, a cup of balsam coffee and one of brown sugar will suffice. Before making the cowash, however, it is essential to understand what type of hair you have and use the right ingredients. Among the additional ingredients to be used we want to mention the best known such as bicarbonate, lemon juice, essential oils. Before proceeding we would like to underline that if you suffer from recurrent dermatitis or itching it would be better to avoid cowash and consult an expert.
The first step will be to mix these two ingredients in order to obtain a thick and homogeneous cream. At this point, wet your head with a little warm water and apply a knob of cream, massaging gently from roots to ends. Rinse and repeat the treatment twice. It is important not to use cold or hot water, but lukewarm . Hot water, as is well known, ruins the hair while cold water is not strong enough; remember to rinse thoroughly until the hair is completely clean and degreased. Squeeze the lengths well and dry your head with a towel.
Given the great success of the cowash, there have been many companies that have worked for the production of specific balmsfor this treatment and, of course, for all hair types. Cowash for oily hair
Cowash is a perfect treatment for oily hair and we all agree on this. For a better and good yield, add a tablespoon of baking soda to the balm and sugar mixture. Alternatively, however, you can use lemon juice, but decreasing the amount of sugar. These ingredients are perfect because they will make the hair soft and healthy. After preparing the mixture, add a drop of tea tree oil for an amazing result. Cowash for dry and frizzy hair
Cowash is also an excellent ally against dry and brittle hair. After preparing the sugar and balm mixture we mentioned earlier, add a spoonful of honey, aloe vera and shea oil: the choice of these ingredients is to make them softer and healthier. Finally, it is important to gently massage the skin with the mask for about five minutes. Already after the first washes, you will notice that your hair will be healthy and beautiful!
If your hair, in addition to being dry, breaks easily and grows little, cowash is certainly the ideal solution. To the original recipe, add a few drops of castor and linseed oil: these oils, thanks to their known beneficial properties, will help the scalp to increase the amount of sebum by strengthening the hair. Castor oil, in particular, prevents the formation of split ends and heals the hair from the root. If the hair is very damaged, it will be ideal to use a mix of water and coconut oil before doing the cowash.
There are women who have been fighting for years with frizzy and rebellious hair, but without ever having obtained satisfactory results despite a thousand treatments. In this regard, the cowash is the ideal solution against a frizzy and dry hair: to the classic recipe you just need to add white wine vinegar. This completely natural ingredient exploits its antiseptic properties to promote natural hair growth in a short time. Rinse the hair with distilled water to make the hair soft, silky and easy to comb. It is also a recommended method in the summer months and after the holidays: we know that the sea and the mountains make hair dry and brittle. Cowash for Curly
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worry! Cowash is one of the ideal solutions for rebellious hair. In this case we suggest the choice of a thick and creamy conditioner, capable of nourishing the hair all the way. After preparing the mixture you have already learned about, add some plain yogurt and a spoonful of coconut oil: here is the perfect combo for deep and well-targeted hydration. After the treatment, your hair will be nourished, full-bodied and wavy in shape. Try it now! Cowash: advice and opinions
In general, cowash has met with more than moderate success and is a well-known and widespread treatment. This is because the cowash is much less aggressivecompared to the classic shampoo, but nourishes and cleans the hair equally. It is also free of chemicals. Therefore, it turns out to be a valid alternative to the usual products we have on the bathroom shelf. Cowash is perfect for those with brittle, damaged, frizzy and dry hair and are not likely to be aggressive on the skin.
The key thing is to know your hair welland be patient because, being a very long treatment, the results will be excellent only after several sessions. Certainly the cowash, being completely natural, has a beneficial effect even if, as in all things, it is good to go calmly. Care must be taken especially in the case of a scalp characterized by seborrheic dermatitis or dandruff, because the main risk is precisely that of creating further redness and discomfort.
Finally, we want to give you some tips on how often to do cowash: there is no real rule and it is not advisable to replace it with shampoo within a day. We suggest alternating shampoo and cowash, in order to ensure a progressive and effective transition over time. Do not perform the treatment after a mask because to eliminate the fatty substances contained in the packs it is necessary to turn to a real shampoo.
We hope to have given you as much advice as possible regarding this new technique known as cowash: in general it is a treatment we choose to promote. There are no contraindications, but it is always good not to overdo it and not to substitute cowash for the classic shampoo right from the start. In fact, it must be a gradual process and only in this way can you achieve the desired results. Fundamental is the attention in mixing the quantities of each ingredient reasonably: a valid suggestion is to mark the quantity of each component on a piece of paper each time in order to “adjust the shot” until you find the perfect alchemy!
