Have you ever heard of Green Soap??
I had not until I was speaking with someone who consulted me for hair help. I did some research and here is what I found: Using green soap to wash your hair is not generally recommended for regular hair care, especially if you’re referring to the surgical or tattoo-grade green soap (like the kind used in medical or tattoo settings). Here’s why: ⸻ ⚠️ What Is Green Soap? • Tattoo/medical green soap: Contains alcohol, glycerin, and essential oils, primarily used for disinfecting skin—not formulated for scalp or hair. • It’s antibacterial, which is good for sanitation but can be too harsh for the scalp and strip your hair of natural oils. ⸻ ❌ Why It May Not Be Safe for Hair: 1. Too drying – It can strip away natural oils, leading to dryness, frizz, and breakage. 2. Scalp irritation – Contains alcohol and strong agents that may cause itching or inflammation. 3. Not pH-balanced for hair – Hair prefers slightly acidic products (pH around 4.5–5.5); green soap is us...
Wow, this is awesome. From the mouth of babes. Priceless.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Buky. Yes, oh.. from the mouth of babes!
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