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How to straighten hair with 7-Up

Straighten hair with 7-Up

There has been a lot of talk about using 7-Up to straighten hair and make it smooth and wrinkle-free. The popularity of this saying increased after Dr. Oz confirmed the information about the importance of using carbonated water to straighten hair. He commented on this by saying that carbonated water contains sodium bicarbonate, which helps in getting rid of hair. Of the substances stuck to the hair as a result of using styling or cleaning materials, thus making it smooth as silk.

How to straighten hair with 7-Up

The method of applying 7-Up on the hair is very easy. After washing the hair as usual using water and shampoo, it is washed with 7-Up and then combed. There is another mixture consisting of 7-Up, half a cup of lemon juice, a cup of henna, and a cup of olive oil, so that the Mix these ingredients and place them in a bowl for three hours, covering it with a cloth, then spread the mixture on the hair for two hours, then wash it as usual.

Harmful effects of using Seven Up on hair

Veins have harmful effects on hair, including:

  • 7-Up consists of sugary and fructose substances in high proportions, amounting to thirty-nine grams, which is equivalent to three tablespoons in every twelve ounces. These substances lead to the formation of a fertile environment for the accumulation of bacteria, fungi, and germs that lead to the closure of the hair pores, and a large percentage of vitamin B, this results in hair loss, dryness, and damage to the ends.
  • 7-Up absorbs the element calcium, which is essential for hair health. Therefore, the scalp being devoid of this element results in weak roots of the hair strands, and their breakage and damage.
  • 7-Up contains artificial sweeteners that are harmful to the scalp, which leads to migraines as a result of frequent use.
  • The pH of 9Up carbonated water is considered to be XNUMX on average, and when used excessively, it leads to lightening of the color of the hair strands, which results in the hair absorbing a large amount of water when washing it, thus weakening the hair follicles and causing them to fall out.
  • The strong acids in 7-Up inhibit the production of the scalp's natural moisturizing oils, causing dryness and dandruff.
Note: Doctors advise replacing 7-Up with natural materials, such as apple cider vinegar diluted with water, starch, or yogurt with eggs. Natural materials are gentle on the scalp, and even if they do not show benefits on the hair, they will not cause any harm.
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