How To Get Glitter Out Of Hair
Welcome readers! Getting glitter out of your hair can seem like an impossible task after a festive night out or crafting session gone wrong. But don’t fret – we’re here to share our top tricks for removing stubborn sparkles so you can get your locks glitter-free.
Let’s start with some tips to make removal easier:
Comb through your hair thoroughly before trying to wash it. This helps dislodge loose glitter so it doesn’t get further embedded during washing. Use a fine-tooth comb or nit comb for the best results.
Work over a light-colored surface like a sink, towel, or piece of paper for easier visibility. This will help you see any remaining glitter fall out.
Be patient! Glitter is notoriously difficult to remove completely. Many rounds of washing and combing may be needed, so don’t get discouraged if it takes some time.
Now for the glitter removal hacks to try:
Baby oil – Apply a few drops of baby oil to dry or damp hair, focusing on glittery areas. Massage it in thoroughly then comb with a fine-tooth comb. The oil helps break down adhesive so glitter flakes out easily. Rinse well afterwards.
Coconut oil – Just like baby oil, coconut oil lubricates strands to dislodge stuck-on sparkles. Apply a teaspoon or two to hair, leave on for 30 minutes, then comb out with conditioner for extra sparkle-removing power.
Vegetable oil – If you don’t have baby or coconut oil on hand, other lightweight oils work too for a pre-wash glitter busting treatment. Try olive, avocado, or almond oil.
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Conditioner – Work a dollop of your regular conditioner through your hair, emphasizing glittery areas. Let sit for 5–10 minutes, then comb out any excess particles. The emollients in conditioner lift glitter from the cuticle layer.
Mayonnaise: ‘Yes,’salad dressing’ works! Mayonnaise contains oils that lift and emulsifiers that wash away trapped glitter. Smear a generous amount on, letting it soak in before rinsing thoroughly.
Toothpaste – The silica in most toothpastes acts as a light abrasive to scrub away tenacious glitter. Work a pea-sized amount into hair, focusing on problem spots. Let it sit for 10 minutes, then rinse clean.
Hand sanitizer – As bizarre as it may sound, a coating of hand sanitizer, which usually contains alcohol, helps dissolve adhesive so glitter falls away. Saturate hair, wait 5 minutes, then comb and wash away residue.
Dish soap – Like hand sanitizer, dish soap contains surfactants that break the bond between glitter and hair. Lather up hair with a few pumps of dish soap, let sit briefly before rinsing free of soap and sparkles.
Dryer sheets – Get lint-like glitter off strands quickly by rubbing a dryer sheet back and forth. The anti-static properties lift sparkles to the sheet’s surface.
Makeup remover – Gently wipe facial makeup remover over glittery sections. Formulated to remove cosmetics, it similarly removes stubborn glitter without harsh rubbing.
Face/baby wipes – For on-the-go glitter busting, carry a pack of makeup-removing wipes. Their mild cleansing formula removes sparkles in a pinch without jumping in the shower.
Dry shampoo – If glitter gets stuck in hair between washes, try misting on dry shampoo before styling. Let the aerosol dry and brush through – it’ll help lift stubborn flecks out.
So in summary, invest in some oils, makeup remover, or other handy ingredients for future glitter mistakes! We hope these hacks help you achieve that glitter-free mane – shine on, sparkle lovers!
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