Saving Money on Shampoo
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Dilute It
Since I usually wash my hair every day the cost of shampoo was more than I wanted to spend. I solved that problem by diluting the shampoo with water. I put it in a dishwashing liquid bottle and I use it when washing my hair when I shower. It lasts a long time for a bottle to be used up. I don't especially like the cheapest shampoos so I use my favorite shampoo one day and the cheap stuff the next.By Myrna Shampoo is so thick, so I saved an empty bottle, filled 1/3 of the bottle with warm water, and then added shampoo. Works well for our family, it's somewhat diluted when you shampoo. You actually get more "shampoo" coverage since it's easier to work into your hair. By Liz
Short Hair
I used to use tons of middle price range shampoo and conditioner on my long hair. This January I decided to get it cut very short and I saved big time on shampoo and conditioner. I now buy the cheapest brands and dilute half and half with water in pretty dollar store spray bottles which fit neatly into the shower rack. It only takes half a dozen sprays to shampoo or condition my hair now and the small sprays last for ages. I calculate I've saved at least A$10 a month on these two items since I've been doing this - and that's only for one person! By JoSave Shampoo
Don't wash your hair everyday. Try every other day or every 2 days, your natural oils will make your hair shinier. If you need to wet your hair down in the morning, you could use a small amount of conditioner on the ends. I alternate days of shampoo and conditioner and it really makes both go a long way.By Shan
Pump Bottle for Shampoo
Keep your shampoo in a pump bottle and you'll use less (which is all you really need anyway!). It measures the amount for you. You can also dilute it before pouring it into the pump as shampoo is usually very concentrated.By Debbie from Crawfordsville, Indiana
Pump Bottle Better for Kids
Use a large pump bottle. My kids, when they were young would open the shampoo bottle and dump shampoo into their hands. When I started to use the pump bottle I really notice how much longer the shampoo was lasting.By Claudia
Avoid Using Soap for Shampoo
Don't use soap for shampoo. Most shampoo is slightly acidic. Soap is alkaline. In an acid solution, the cuticle cells shrink and harden; in an alkaline solution, the cuticle cells swell up and soften. Just like "soap scum" accumulates on your shower wall, it can also accumulate in your hair. Remember the old suggestions of rinsing with vinegar or lemon juice? (both are acidic) check the site:Gallon Jugs of Shampoo
We buy the gallon jugs of shampoo at Sally's and then pour a small amount into another bottle that has a squirt top and add water to thin in down. My mom did this at her shop and it really saves build up on your hair and saves money too.By Dgrams
Economy Size Bottles
When buying shampoo and conditioner, buy the larger economy size bottles. The product will last longer and you will save a lot of money by buying larger bottles.By Michele
Wall-Mounted Dispenser
My son gave us one of those wall-mounted dispensers for soap, lotion, etc. Saves a fortune. Dispenses just the right amount each time. We were wasting so much. They make single, double and 4-section units. We have dog shampoo in one because pup gets a shower with us. We also use body wash in one, saves melty soap bars.By Anne
Baby Shampoo
Go to Wal-Mart and buy a bottle of baby shampoo for your hair. You can get a good sized bottle for 98 cents and it'll last you a good while.By BrookesMommy
Samples, Baby Shampoo and Ivory Dish Soap
I get a lot of free samples, and hotel shampoo, and use them in between shopping trips after the big bottles run out. Also, baby shampoo is THE BEST for your hair! Avoid Ammonium Laureth Sulfate (the sodium laureth is the best for softness and manageability, think of the names). Baby shampoo has the sodium, Suave doesn't. My husband shaves his head (going bald anyway) and uses Ivory dish soap. Cuts through the grime, yet gentle on your skin! By Camo_angelsOther Uses for Shampoo
If you happen to buy a bottle of shampoo an end up not liking it, try using it to hand wash dishes or even in a pump type bottle to wash your hands in. A little goes a long ways.By Jodi
Add Vinegar to Cheap Shampoo
if you buy cheap shampoo and aren't really happy with it. Add a little vinegar and water to it. if you still don't like it use it to clean the tub/shower.By Carla
Shampoo Instead of Body Wash
I use shampoo instead of body wash. Much more cheaper to buy a generic shampoo than expensive body wash.By Imaqt1962
Shampoo Bars
Use shampoo bars, they last longer. Also, use a 2-in-1 shampoo and conditioner. If you have curly hair, your hair looks better if you wash it once a week with conditioner.By moneymiss.blogspot.com
Castile Soap
Use castile soap, it is a body wash, baby wash, shampoo, sanitizer. Very gentle and natural. I have a bottle in the bath and the kitchen.By Fairy74
Buy It By The Case
There are 6 of us in our house. All females, so when it comes to soap and shampoo, I have to buy it by the case. To make it stretch, I add water to everything. I pour about 1/4 or more of shampoo/body soap into another container(previously saved) and add water to both. I use the least amount (I have very short hair)I find with the girls that the shampoos work just as good and body soap on a buff pad lather up just as well. It makes the soaps last quite a bit longer.
By Especielle from New Braunfels, Texas
Free Samples
The best way that I have found to save money on shampoo is to get free samples. Wal-Mart.com is great place to start. I have received tons of great free samples from the expensive name brands that I don't get to buy often. The sample forms are quick and easy to fill out at and the samples get sent out asap. Another way to get free shampoo samples is to check out the websites of whatever brand you like to buy. Chance are they will be giving out some kind of sample on there promotions page.I Don't Use Shampoo Anymore
Don't use shampoo at all! Try washing hair with just water. I can't believe how shiny and controllable my hair has become since I stopped using shampoo. I had to stop using shampoo because I had severe dandruff for 5 years. My hair gets a twice a week scrub with a fresh lemon, which is left on for ten minutes, then thoroughly rinsed off. This also seems to get rid of the chemical which sticks to your hair after swimming.By Ecoangel
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