Life hack for luxurious hair: an unexpected way to use micellar water

We usually achieve this in a very simple way – by repeating the lather until the strands start to creak under our fingers. But there is a beauty trick that gives a much more impressive effect.

In a TikTok video viewed over a million times, Abby Jung tested micellar water before washing her hair. The girl first applied water to the scalp, then massaged it, then soaped it twice with shampoo. After that, Abby showed all the subscribers luxurious shiny curls without the slightest trace of oiliness. But is it really micellar water? Maybe a double cleanse is enough without that?

Micellar water looks like regular water, but behaves differently due to the micellar molecules it contains. “Micelles are useful for cleansing because their hydrophobic layer attracts and removes residue from oil and cosmetics, including dry shampoo, while their hydrophilic layer attracts stubborn minerals and impurities,” says dermatologist Dr. Jane Beard .

Micellar water rids the dermis of impurities without dehydrating it, which is why it is so suitable for oily and sensitive skin. But is this hair product necessary?

We can say with certainty that micellar water will treat the scalp with the same care, but you will have to pay for it – in the truest sense of the word. Abby’s video shows that she has to use a lot of product to cover her entire head. In other words, you can easily use half a bottle at a time, and if you like Abby’s hack, you’ll have to buy a new one. Owners of short hair will be able to save money – they will not need so much micellar water.

What can be replaced with micellar water? Of course, the micellar shampoo! It works exactly the same – it provides cleansing through the micelles without dehydration, which sometimes happens with the use of other products. “The micellar shampoo gently removes oil without over-drying the hair, which is great for maintaining volume without dehydrating the skin,” says Dr. Bird. Well, a healthy scalp is key to a luxurious curl look, so don’t forget to take care of it!

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