Can You Use Epsom Salt on Your Hair? Benefits, Risks and How to Use It (3 of 4)

How to Use Epsom Salt For Oilier Hair Types

People with hair that is on the oily side can benefit from using Epsom salt in their hair care regimen for a clarifying wash. Instead of adding Epsom salt to the entire shampoo bottle, it is better to mix a small amount with your usual amount of shampoo just before you wash your hair. Gently work in the mixture throughout your hair strands, roots, and scalp before ensuring that you rinse thoroughly. Because Epsom salt can cause a drying effect, it doesn’t need to be used every time you wash your hair. Experts recommended limiting the use of Epsom salt with shampoo to every other time you wash your hair to avoid the chance of drying out your scalp and hair. 

How Epsom Salt Affects Dry or Curly Hair

If your hair is already on the dry or brittle side, using Epsom salt with your shampoo could cause your hair to become even drier after removing natural oils. Instead, some choose to combine Epsom salt with conditioner with the goal of adding texture or improving their curl definition. This method can achieve better results without stripping as much moisture in the process. If your strands are already brittle, this method may not be for you. Using Epsom salt on dry hair before starting can lead to disastrous results, leaving your hair even more damaged and dehydrated.