And, like with anything in life, all that stuff really adds up.

These are the times when normal shampoo just won’t cut it.

But would you believe that the secret to that much-needed detox isbaking soda?

cup of baking soda on silk background

Tawni Bannister for Byrdie

We tapped the experts to get some answers.

Meet the Experts

The Benefits of Washing Hair With Baking Soda

Usingbaking soda shampoohas many benefits.

Instead, it is made of a single, all-natural ingredient: sodium bicarbonate.

And the best part?

It’s insanely affordablea 16-ounce box costs less than a dollar.

“Baking soda has a pH of 8.1, making it slightly alkaline,” says Philip B.

Is Baking Soda Shampoo Safe for All Hair Types and Textures?

Philip B recommends steering clear of baking soda if your hair skews dry.

And if your hair is limp, baking soda may offer up some benefits.

It also has a smaller diameter than other textures along with weaker internal bonds," he explains.

Keep in mind that, as with baking soda shampoo, any clarifying products should only be used occasionally.