3 Years No Poo! : My Story and What to Expect

I share all about my story, what the No poo method is, and what you can expect while doing it!
My Blog:
rufflesandgrace.wordpress.com/
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[@jsmum196]

I believe it does work for everybody, every hair type, kinky, curly, fine, strait. God made us perfectly and we don't need to intervene with fake stuff that just damages.

[@Somebo]

Preach.

[@jezusova]

Amen! But my hair are so greasy.that is disgusting! I cant endure to 8th day😭😭

[@daphnevanvliet7128]

Amen

[@Molly797wo]

Amen

[@JESUSSavesWAKEUP]

Amen

[@TheBonny720]

I wanna be your best friend now. That was one of the most balanced and calming videos about the no-shampoo method, and you did it with so much grace and and good information. Thank you for this video. God bless

[@rfdc]

I'm a guy. I started with the no poo method about 1.5yrs or 2yrs ago. I found about it after researching the reason why my hair started to fall after switching shampoo brands back then (it turns out there are chemicals in shampoo that make your hair fall, especially if you have a predisposition for it.) I started with the baking soda + vinegar method. I used to cut my hair really really short (that's an advantage for guys) so the transition was fairly easy. Nowadays I only use vinegar every once in a while. The baking soda leaves my hair too dry. I wash my hair with very cold water every day and maybe once a week I use vinegar. My hair is not greasy nor oily and the hair fall pretty much stopped. I also think that diet plays an important part. If your diet is not healthy it will surely reflect on your hair.

[@alexandravanpaassen5441]

Honestly I've been doing this method for a few months and luckily it adapted quickly in just a few weeks. But also I did use shampoo and conditioner that is mostly natural and I only did that once a week, so it might be a less drastic change. But I did really notice the decrease of hair loss. I didn't have a hair loss problem before, I have hair to my hips. And I'm still surprised every time I comb my hair. Because it's almost nothing, it's even very little compared with friends that have short hair. I only use a nettle tea, maybe that also plays a part I read that's also good against hair loss, (that's not the reason I use it).

[@marymary5494]

You’re hair looks so pretty. Thanks for information. 👌💕

[@SazzuHope]

I also feel like a lot of people don't give it the care that if needs. I'm in the process right now to go for apple cider vinegar only and want to go just water eventually.

[@AWanderingEye]

Victoria, please do the follow up video showing your how-to! For folks who feel baking soda is too harsh, in India they use ground chickpeas (garam flour) like we use baking soda (for nearly all cleaning tasks) which would definitely be more gentle. I have heard same but subbing in rye flour, too. Usually folks use water and 1 T. of baking soda dissolved, pour on head and massage vigorously. Rinse with water. Then likewise dillute 1 T. of Appke Cider vinegar in water, pour over head, massage and rinse. Over time it may be drying on the ends so adding an oil when styling or doing the monthly coconut oil masque may be beneficial. Would love to see what you do, how labor intensive it is, etc. Your hair looks great here.

[@VictoriaLynnauthor]

I will definitely do that! I have been meaning to, but now I will do my best to make it happen! Thanks so much for your comment! Blessings!

[@tomashudziec1414]

Thank you for this video! It was very helpful for me, especially the part about how no-poo method is not suited for everyone and it's ok. I have been washing my hair with only water for five and half months and I had higher expectations from it - I must wash my hair at least every second day, which is the same as with the shampoo for me. Also hairdresser said to me, that my hair doesn't look good and that I should do something with it. I will maybe try some other no-poo method or try to wash and massage my hair more properly with only water. I wish water only washing worked for me, but I don't want to damage my hair permanently. I appreciate your graceful attitude, thank you! God bless you.

[@ambb269]

I've been trying various no-poo methods for about 8 months now. Started with baking soda / ACV but my hair was bleached and it was way too drying. And I learned that baking soda isn't a great route for long term use as it's too alkaline and strips the hair. While ACV conditions it, there's been many stories and scientists explaining how it damages over time. Just something to keep in mind. Glad yours is looking so great though. Would love to know how it's still working. Been trying water-only for a few months now, started washing once a month with gentle, natural shampoo, but have since stopped as it really only seemed to stop all my progress.

[@celebratewhoyouaretoday3513]

Victoria, Thanks for this. I love the fact that it may not work for everyone and I love the fact that you were brave enough to even tell your story. I have been no poo for almost a month now and it is amazing how shiny my hair has become. It's probably the natural oils finding their way to the end. I do use coconut oil on my hair once or twice a month so that maybe part of it and it takes a bit to get it all out but regardless I am seeing good results. Thanks for your message!

[@VictoriaLynnauthor]

That is awesome! Thank you so much for your kind words and you are welcome! Give it a little more time too. It took me quite a while to get the extra oil worked out. Your hair is used to producing more right now. How often do you wash it? Also, when you do a coconut oil mask, do you put it on all your hair including your scalp, or just the ends of the hair? Thanks for watching and leaving a comment! Blessings, Victoria

[@celebratewhoyouaretoday3513]

I wash my hair a couple of times a week right now. However, when I was shampooing I was only washing it once a week. I only wash in warm water. As for the coconut oil, I put it on the scalps as wells and the ends. I love the way it feels afterwards. I was doing once a week when I was shampooing but now that I am poo-free I've only done it once this month.

[@VictoriaLynnauthor]

I would reccomend that you try to back down on how often you wash it. I am right now doing it every five days, but for a while I was washing once a week. It will be good for the overall longevity of your hair if you don't wash it so often. But of course it is up to you. I love the way a coconut hair mask feels too! So soft and silky! Blessings, Victoria

[@ryouko2971]

@@celebratewhoyouaretoday3513 Is it safe to rinse the scalp and hair with water everyday? Will it thicken my hair? I apply castor+cocnut oil once in a week as well but I want to see what happens in the no poo method

[@souhaibahmad5500]

Hi there, i use to have dandruff struggle finally i find the way i never see it again. you need only two components: 1-Good Soap Bar 2- ACV ( 1 table spoon for every 100 ml water) Method instruction ( hair washing) : 1- Spray your hair with ACV 2- Apply soap on ACV ( super balanced for scalp, double effect on dandruff) 3- Wash with water 4- Last think before leaving shower, spray your hair with ( ACV leave in conditioner: it is completely natural) don't worry about smell as ACV already mix with water. [ "Dandruff cannot beat leave in conditioner "] . * Wash your hair 3 times per week ( not once, as ever think used is natural) = i never see dandruff again. like your video, (Malaysia).tq

[@jenniferhilliard8770]

Your hair looks beautiful! Really gives me hope. You made it 3 years. I tried before and couldn't get past the greasy phase but trying again now. My scalp is so sensitive to shampoo. I'd get bumps with puss, itchy, and dandruff. After day one of shampoo it would be oily. Recently, I used lemon and water to get rid of dandruff and after day two it worked. I am on day five now still no dandruff, no bumps, flakes or itching. Just a really greasy stage right now. Hope I can stick it out this time.

[@VictoriaLynnauthor]

I hope you it works for you! But as I always say, don't be discouraged if it doesn't work. Everyone's chemical makeup is different so it might not work for everyone! I apologize for not replying sooner, I didn't have my notifications set up right! I hope all goes well for you! Blessings, Victoria

[@HybridParentSupport]

I have similar hair. Have you used an amla tea rinse? There are a few aryuvedic herbs you can use to shampoo your hair. I use rosemary tea as a detangler and it helps slow down the oil production on my scalp.

[@melaniekoster9952]

Please make more videos! Love this!

[@MaryFournierCreative]

This is some really great info! I have been going "no poo" as well, but I don't do the baking soda and vinegar. I've heard it can be damaging to the hair and my scalp hated it.

[@VictoriaLynnauthor]

Thanks! I am glad you found it helpful! That is great! Everyone reacts differently to the baking soda and vinegar! I am glad you found something that worked though! Blessings!

[@sarahneukirchen7947]

Mary Fournier what do you do?

[@joemamasmama611]

Wow I've seen other no poo method but you're hair is amazing!

[@MissAshlee]

seriously, damn.

[@VictoriaLynnauthor]

Aww. . .thanks!

[@VictoriaLynnauthor]

LOL, thanks ladies!

[@altagraciapimentel6062]

many no poo girls don't style it... they stop it all together

[@therollsroycetrent9863]

If you have "greasy" hair after using Baking Soda & Vinegar - drop the Vinegar all together. I only used Baking Soda for 6 years. It was all worth it.

[@jsmum196]

What about water only now that your hair has balanced?

[@ktgeiman]

How do you curl your hair to look like this? 🤗

[@minagligoric8600]

Thank you so much! I am in my first month, this really helps to stick to it.

[@melophi.]

I tried it for 6 months and I never got passed the greasy part :(

[@alexandravanpaassen5441]

I'm going to try it now in quarantine. I already only wash my hair once a week with natural shampoo, so I think my hair can probably adjust to it. A lot of video's are from people that wash their hair every day and suddenly stop completely. So it's logical for them to have a horrible greasy transition.

[@lanarashid5816]

how was it?

[@alexandravanpaassen5441]

@@lanarashid5816 I'm still not using shampoo. I use a nettle tea rinse once a week. It's not oily only some times a bit in the back but just a bit, it's oilier than it first was when I used shampoo which is a good thing. My ends look great I've got hair till my waist so my ends were just a bit dry. I definitely had a time in the transition with oily hair but it went by really fast compared with others, but that could just diver per person.

[@lanarashid5816]

Alexandra do you know how to make your hair not smell? like what if you sweat and your hair smells?

[@alexandravanpaassen5441]

@@lanarashid5816 I don't really have smell issues but by thinking logically I would use something like a thee that's antibacterial because the smell comes from the bacteria. Same with other body odor like your armpits the smell doesn't come from sweat itself but the combination of sweat and those bacteria. I really massage the nettle tea on my scalp. I believe aloe Vera is also antibacterial and there are many more things.

[@lanarashid5816]

Alexandra i’m sorry for repeatedly asking questions but how do you wash out aloe or oils without shampoo? also how do you get volume in your hair without heat? also do you know how to get rid of the bacteria in your hair? and i use acv so how does the smell of acv go away?

[@glorywish]

Thank you....I have tried it before and I stopped because of the hard water.......this week I start over since I had a filter now.

[@glorywish]

Then I stopped again, my hair looked dirty and I didn't like it, it made my hair fall more.

[@myrandomness8]

Just to confirm- so during the time period where your hair was extremely greasy and you put it in buns that was when you were washing your hair with baking soda and acv 2-3 times a week? And afterwards when your hair went back to normal you switched to washing it with baking soda and acv once a week?

[@VictoriaLynnauthor]

Yes, pretty much. Although, I didn't just switch. I slowly over the course of a month or more worked my hair washings down to once a week. I didn't do it all at once if that makes sense. Sorry it took me so long to reply! Let me know if you have any other questions! Blessings!

[@nikw94]

I reckon try it out during winter because at least you can wear beanies and hats, just until your hair get use to no shampoo.

[@eunicevallejos2350]

80th subbie. 💓💓

[@wardahsaqib3038]

In this period , did you hair grow any longer , more than it would've otherwise? or did they grow any thicker?

[@VictoriaLynnauthor]

You know, I'm not entirely sure, but I would say that it did grow a little bit faster and thicker. I think it was the scalp massage that accompanies the baking soda when I apply it to my scalp as well as the healthy oils and so forth. So to answer your question, I would say yes, but not like a super huge difference. Just a little bit more than normal. Does that make sense? LOL! Thanks for the comment! Blessings, Victoria

[@liaberaia5863]

such a useful video for me, thank you for sharing your experience ☺☺

[@VictoriaLynnauthor]

You are welcome! I am glad you found it useful!

[@victoriaamerica8970]

What’s the ratio you use?

[@karenmccann8644]

Baking soda is really bad for hair. The ph balance of our hair is like a 4.5 to 5 and baking soda is 9 after awhile your hair can get really dry and start to break off and a lot of women didnt have problems with this until they actually got to the one year mark. It something I definitely won't fool with.

[@b3llasWorld]

Quick question, are you still able to blow dry your hair when on the no poo method?

[@VictoriaLynnauthor]

Most certainly! I choose not to do it often because I try to minimalize the amount of heat I use on my hair, but blow drying it does not affect it adversely in my experience! Blessings, Victoria

[@mfl718]

Beautiful hair!

[@VictoriaLynnauthor]

Thanks so much!

[@tryhardordietrying8152]

Can i just wash my hair once every morning w/o shampoo & any other things, only with water?

[@VictoriaLynnauthor]

You most certainly can. There are definitely 'water only' methods out there! I just encourage you to do some research. :) Blessings!

[@altagraciapimentel6062]

I wash water only. I don't matter about artificial created standard looks but about the environment.

[@ryouko2971]

@@VictoriaLynnauthor Will the hair grow thicker though?- some of my hair follicles are dormant so I would like to rejuvenate it. I add onion juice to it. Will water washing help?

[@radostdinkova5073]

i really want to try this but i dont have my colour naturall,and normanly my hair is dry at the ends because i dey it blond.After 3 days gets very clumpy and its dificult to calm it.Do you think its gona work for me.Normanly i wash it 2 times a week but i dont get greesynes .

[@VictoriaLynnauthor]

You could give it a try. Personally I choose not to color my hair because of how damaging it is for it. My goal is to keep it as healthy as possible. If you are going to try washing your hair like this, I would maybe do a little research on what no poo method would be best for gals with hair that is colored. There are so many options, from clay based, shampoo bars and several others as well. Let me know if you have any questions! Blessings, Victoria

[@Didishie]

i could never do this because if i dont use my anti dandruff shampoo its snowing everyday for me..

[@BrianaHertendy]

Dudu Simsek there's lots of natural remedies that help with dandruff. I've tried lemon juice. :)

[@kimberleybaraiolo6898]

I've just started using Dr Bronner's castile soap, but it leaves my hair feeling heavy and also oily. I also tried using an ACV rinse after as well. still the same thing and takes ages for my hair to dry naturally. any recommendations on what else I could try?

[@VictoriaLynnauthor]

Have you tried using Baking soda yet? Also, are you focusing the soap and massaging into your scalp for several minutes? That may help as well. But if you feel like its not getting your hair clean, that might not be the best option for you.

[@kimberleybaraiolo6898]

@@VictoriaLynnauthor Hi, I have not tried baking soda yet, How does that work? I have been massaging it into my scalp for a few minutes, and I only use a little bit.

[@VictoriaLynnauthor]

@@kimberleybaraiolo6898 You can check out my second video here where I describe how I use the Baking Soda and Vinegar method. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nqq5Z5qMg8SEh6s I explain my process and describe how I use it.

[@diegogabriel87]

Hi Victoria You use only water to clean your scalp?

[@VictoriaLynnauthor]

Baking Soda and Water mixed together. I scrub this on my scalp only, not my ends. You can find more info on my actual process in this video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nqq5Z5qMg8SEh6s

[@sibylmurielfernandez6453]

I really want to try this but i'm afraid it doesn't work for me

[@VictoriaLynnauthor]

It would be worth a try! I would say give it at least 4 weeks and see what you think. You can always change back if you don't like it and you will have cleansed your hair so it may be better off.

[@gmasstudios]

Can y’all count how many times she says “um” in the video?

[@taageyyani3483]

How to wash the hair after oiling with no poo method?

[@magnavitae4736]

Apple cider vinegar, egg and rye flour helps to remove oils

[@breannafort1014]

When doing the no poo challenge I see lots of people using soap bars is it okay to use a natural or organic shampoo? I'm very confused on what to use and what not to with this method?

[@VictoriaLynnauthor]

Hi Breanna, That is a very good question. And to be honest, there is no perfect answer. There are so many methods and the thing is, whatever works for you is best. If you want to go hardcore no poo, I would recommend giving baking soda and vinegar a try since it is the most cost effective method. If after a month or so, you aren't liking the results, you could try one of the bars. That would be my recommendation, but there is no right or wrong! I hope that made sense! Let me know if you have any more questions and I will do my best to answer them. God Bless!

[@breannafort1014]

Thank you so much God bless.💜

[@PeachesCourage]

If you look online and at your library there are many alternatives to use instead of shampoos And with proof they are all better and cheaper than shampoos by far.

[@VictoriaLynnauthor]

Thanks! I am really happy with the way I am doing it right now, You are right! There are so many options! Blessings, Victoria

[@marymills2849]

I heard baking soda is bad for your hair because it messes up ph levels is that true?

[@princessyenio]

Mary Mills Yes that is true

[@princessyenio]

Mary Mills I just do water washing !! There's a ton of videos on it on youtube

[@VictoriaLynnauthor]

It depends. Every person is different and it may affect people differently. I have heard of people it doesn't work for and that's okay. You just kind of have to see if it works for you. Let me know if you have any other questions! I have been safely doing this for well over 3 years now and I have had no adverse affects, but I know some people don't react well to it. Again, your chemical makeup may be different than mine and it may not work for you, but I think it would be worth a try if you are interested.

[@princessyenio]

Victoria RufflesandGrace That is very true tho, everyone is different!!

[@altagraciapimentel6062]

it is true (it is chemical too!)

[@shenandoah7875]

I washed my hair with baking soda one time a few days ago. I started reading about how baking soda can damage your hair and got concerned. In the unlikely chance you respond, did you find that to be the case at all? Thanks.

[@VictoriaLynnauthor]

I actually have never had healthier hair! I'm still going strong and it's been over ten years that I've been using baking soda. I only get my hair cut roughly every six months and my stylist is always telling me how healthy and strong it is! The baking soda itself is actually less toxic for you that most shampoos and conditioners believe it or not. Definitely check out my other video on my washing process! You don't scrub it through the ends of your hair, only the scalp and that could make a huge difference. Hope that helps!

[@shenandoah7875]

@@VictoriaLynnauthor your reply was a pleasant surprise. I focused the baking soda wash at my scalp like you said and I was very pleased with the result. How often do you wash your hair? I have been interested in no poo for years and have made multiple attempts, but each time I try to go more than 4 days without using nothing but water my hair is disgusting. I could get used to washing with baking soda instead of shampoo, but I am wondering if it is just as stripping as shampoo and the effect is ultimately the same in terms of oil production? I would use google for all of these questions, but I can never find what I am after. 😂

[@VictoriaLynnauthor]

@@shenandoah7875 I currently go about 4-5 days between washes in the summer because I run outside and it tends to get dirty faster just from the sweat. In the winter I can usually make it a week, but the last few days will definitely be updos or braided. I always recommend stretching it a day at a time. If you can only go 4 days, try going 5 for a month, then stretch it to six for a month etc. The concept is you are actually training your scalp to produce the right amount of oils. It takes some time to accomplish that, especially if you are used to shampoo and conditioner. Your scalp is used to creating an excess because the shampoo and conditioner strip your hair of it's natural oils and replace it with synthetic. It just needs to get used to it so definitely be consistent for a month or so before you will probably notice a difference!

[@AkashAkash-ki2lt]

I read the title 'three years no poop'😂

[@anemoia303]

💗💗💗

[@mammastrivinghigh]

Your hair is amazing!!! Very interested in how you wash it with those 2 ingredients.. What bothers me though is surely filling your pipes with baking soda and vinegar can't be good and may cause a blockage or affect the sea water or sea animals. I know the toxic chemicals in the hair products most use at the moment are worse, I'm interested to know what impact this method causes :)

[@VictoriaLynnauthor]

Thanks for the comment! I am hoping to get the next video that explains my process up soon. Baking Soda and Vinegar are actually used as cleaning agents and should never clog drains or pipes. I don't live anywhere near the ocean, and our water drains into a drain field (our front yard). It is a very clean and low impact method of cleaning which is why I have decided to use it for my hair. Shampoo and Conditioners actually have more things that would coat/clog drains and adversely affect the environment. Again, thanks for your comment and I apologize to replying late! Blessings, Victoria

[@cats_are_love]

Actually , a mix of baking soda and vinegar is used to declog drains :D So its helpful , and not clogging drains. ;)

[@EstellaRJF]

Mamma e Bella I don't know how baking soda can affect sea animals 😂😂😂🤦🏻‍♀️ it's ok it's sweet of you to worry

[@humaidshamsi7029]

Did u had hairfall in this process

[@VictoriaLynnauthor]

Not more than my usual amount. It is natural to lose hair on a daily basis, but with this method I did not notice anything more than usual.

[@humaidshamsi7029]

I have very fine dry scalp and dry hair will noo poo work for me

[@VictoriaLynnauthor]

@@humaidshamsi7029 In my opinion, it is worth a try if you are interested in it. It doesn't always work for everyone, and that's okay. If you have issues with a dry scalp, It can sometimes hep with imbalances that can cause dandruff or dryness, etc.

[@slimeciariftv7424]

I am from TURKEY

[@altagraciapimentel6062]

he hair smell "iaqui" natural odor? but we love the artificial poisonous odor in shampoos...

[@dragonswordmountain2908]

Wow you look like a friend of mine, you are her twin hahaha. It's like i already know you hahaha. You know what i think...i think that our bodies don't need too much cleaning, they just need water, soap is for when you get sticky stuff on you like when an rotten egg gets on hair or paint, chemical takes out chemical. Wetting hair all the time is bad too, frizz.

[@lancebaker1374]

I had to Google "messy bun". Never heard of that.

[@grundjulie]

Hello it's very interesting your video ! I liked it but I am scared haha I only wash my hair twice a week and in between its very oily and smells and my mom is like hey your hair is smelly :( so I am really scared to just try it full time haha ! You are very very beautiful btw !

[@VictoriaLynnauthor]

Thanks Julie! It is really hard to get past that part in the beginning, but if you want to get your hair past the oily and smelly stage, you really need to do it consistently for about a month or more so your hair gets used to not being washed as frequently. It will level out after that. And if it doesn't work for you, there are other no-poo options worth checking out! Thanks for watching and let me know if you have any questions! Blessings, Victoria

[@rfrizz]

I thought this video was going to be about dealing with a colostomy. Funny that this video is is about another topic, but it is still a lot of crap!