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R+Co launches two new products to its Lost Treasure line: Apple Cider Vinegar Cleansing Rinse and Apple Cider Vinegar Conditioner.

R+Co Introduces Two Apple Cider Vinegar Products
Photo: R+Co
Sometimes you need to strip things down and get back to your natural state. After days of dry shampoo layers and styling products, R+Co introduces its new Acid Wash Apple Cider Vinegar Cleaning Rinse to cleanse without stripping away natural oils or color. It softens the hair, calms the scalp, and adds shine.
Apple Fruit Extract — This ingredient protects hair and scalp from (ACV) damage and acts as a natural exfoliant. It contains compounds that soothe and moisturize the scalp while strengthening hair and adding a healthy-looking sheen.
Aloe Vera Leaf Juice — This hair-strengthening ingredient adds luster and helps hair retain moisture.
Tamanu Seed Oil— Brimming with essential fatty acids and nutrients, this ingredient promotes an optimal scalp environment. It strengthens hair, seals in moisture, and restores vitality to dull hair.
Wet hair.
Using the bottle tip, gently squeeze the Apple Cider Vinegar Cleansing Rinse directly onto scalp.
Massage into hair and scalp and leave in 1-3 minutes.
Rinse thoroughly.
Can also be used as a substitute for shampoo, or conditioner for co-wash users.
Price: $34.00 | 177 ml / 6 fl oz
Step back in time. With a combination of traditional beauty treatments for hair, this weightless conditioning and nourishing rinse instantly softens strands by closing damaged cuticles. The lightweight liquid spreads easily from roots to ends — absorbing quickly. It detangles, prevents frizz, and eases styling. Lost Treasure Apple Cider Vinegar Conditioner is the perfect partner to Lost Treasure Apple Cider Vinegar Cleansing Rinse (formally known as ACID WASH).
Good For: Anyone looking for lightweight conditioning to instantly soften, detangle and add an incredible shine to hair.
Turmeric Plant Milk — Softens and promotes hair growth.
Reishi + Chaga — Protects the scalp and hair.
Almond Milk — Nourishes the scalp and hair for strength and shine.
Apple Cider Vinegar — Helps to lower pH and adds shine.
Vitamin E + Biotin — Protects and supports healthy hair growth.
Fragrance: Relative Paradise — A bright, earthy essence with notes of Sicilian Lemon, Tangerine, Eucalyptus, Green Tea, Tree Moss, and Amber.
Apply a generous amount to washed hair.
Detangle hair and leave on for 5 minutes.
Rinse.
Affiliate: Refersion
Price: $34.00 | 6 oz

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