I could never risk an accidental spill so close to a client’s precious strands.

Thankfully, this helps me avoid a sticky situation.

“The acidity will help dissolve the gum, making it easy to remove,” Korab says.

Close up of apple cider vinegar and a spray bottle

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you could use vinegar or a combination of vinegar and water, depending on your hair jot down.

“This solvent will break up the bond between your hair and the gum,” says Raziuddin.

“However, it will leave a strong odor behind.”

Freezing the gum to a cooler temperature will help it harden rather than stick.

The hope here is that by losing the adhesive component, it’s easier to discard.

And thankfully, many of us already have a variety of natural oils to be found in our homes.

Korab suggests the following:

Hair Conditioner

Once again,conditionerproves itself the all-star of haircare products.

“Patience is key to avoid damaging your hair,” says Korab.