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Apple Cider Vinegar Rinse Concentrate: Fresh Mint

Apple Cider Vinegar Rinse Concentrate: Fresh Mint

Name: Apple Cider Vinegar Rinse Concentrate: Fresh Mint
Brand: Chagrin Valley Soap & Salve
SKU: acvcitrus
Price: 17.95 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.9 (123 reviews)

A cool, mint‑fresh hair rinse that brings bright clarity to your hair and scalp. Raw, unfiltered apple cider vinegar meets an invigorating herbal blend for a light, refreshing clean that feels crisp and revitalizing.

Size:

9 fl oz Bottle

$17.95

Product Overview

Our Fresh Mint Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) Rinse is powered by a base of undiluted, raw, unfiltered apple cider vinegar —not a water‑first formula.

Because it’s fully concentrated, you can dilute it to the strength your hair prefers, creating a rinse that feels light, fresh, and tailored to your routine.

Each bottle is infused with organic horsetail, rosemary, nettle, burdock root, lavender, and basil. These herbs have long histories in traditional hair care for helping the hair and scalp feel clean, balanced, and refreshed. Their infusion adds a light herbal note that rounds out the natural brightness of apple cider vinegar.

How an ACV Rinse Supports the Hair and Scalp

Apple cider vinegar helps lift away buildup from styling products, hard water, and excess oils, leaving the hair feeling lighter and easier to manage. Its natural acidity helps smooth the hair cuticle, which can reduce tangles and give the hair a softer, more reflective finish. Because it doesn’t weigh the hair down, a vinegar rinse can help curls and waves fall into their natural pattern with more definition.

This rinse pairs beautifully with natural shampoo bars, helping restore balance after cleansing and leaving the hair feeling clean, smooth, and refreshed.

Because the formula contains no added water, you’re getting a pure, customizable rinse that lets you choose the strength that feels best for your hair. Dilute it more for everyday use, or mix a slightly stronger solution when your hair needs a deeper reset.

Essential Oil Blend

You will notice the familiar scent of vinegar at first—that’s simply the sign of a true, undiluted apple cider vinegar rinse. The essential oils don’t mask the vinegar; they add a fresh aromatic layer that complements the natural base.

Our Fresh Mint blend brings together cool peppermint and spearmint with the crisp clarity of eucalyptus, rosemary, tea tree, and a bright hint of lime. The result is a clean, invigorating scent that feels instantly refreshing—light, cool, and energizing in a way that makes the rinse feel especially fresh on both hair and scalp.

The essential oils in our ACV rinses do more than add scent. They are traditionally used in hair care to help keep the scalp feeling balanced, refreshed, and comfortable.

Fresh scalp. Smooth hair. Natural shine. Crisp minty freshness.

🍎 Explore & Learn More: Apple Cider Vinegar Hair Rinse Benefits & How to Use Them

How To Use

How to Use an ACV Hair Rinse

Our herbal vinegar rinse is a concentrate and must be diluted before use.

Mix 2–4 tablespoons of vinegar with about 16 oz (2 cups) of water.
After shampooing, pour or spray the diluted rinse through wet hair.
Massage gently into hair and scalp, and allow it to sit for a minute or two.
Rinse thoroughly with cool water and towel dry.

The vinegar scent will fade as your hair dries.

If you have very sensitive skin or are simply trying a new product for the first time, we always recommend doing a patch test.

🍎 For complete instructions and dilution guidelines tailored to different hair types, visit our How to Use an Apple Cider Vinegar Rinse FAQ.

Tip: A squeeze bottle makes it easier to apply the diluted rinse evenly through the hair and scalp.

For external use only. Discontinue use if irritation occurs. Best if used within 9 months of opening.

FAQs

Effective, Feel Good Ingredients

The goal is simple: to Harness the Power & Simplicity of Nature® to cleanse, soothe, heal,  and protect your skin and hair!

Our unique formulas rely on moisturizing oils and butters, healing botanicals, and pure essential oils. We choose every ingredient with one end-result in mind….the BEST possible natural skin care for YOU!

Featured Ingredients

Organic Apple Cider Vinegar

Apple Cider Vinegar is a time-honored ingredient in natural hair care, valued for its clarifying and cuticle-smoothing properties. Its naturally acidic nature helps remove surface buildup, enhance shine, and leave hair and scalp feeling clean, balanced, and refreshed. Read More

Organic Rosemary Essential Oil

Rosemary essential oil helps clarify the skin, balance oil, soothe irritation, and support a clearer, healthier complexion. In hair care, it boosts scalp circulation for stronger, fuller-looking growth. Its invigorating herbal aroma sharpens focus, eases stress, and restores mental clarity. Read More

Organic Peppermint Essential Oil

Peppermint essential oil delivers a cooling, invigorating boost to skin and senses. Its minty aroma calms irritation and helps ease motion sickness and muscle tension. Its purifying properties support clearer skin and a healthier scalp. A bright, minty aroma enhances focus, energy, and overall well-being. Read More

All Ingredients

Organic Apple Cider Vinegar

Organic Horsetail

Organic Rosemary

Organic Nettle

Organic Burdock Root

Organic Basil

Organic Eucalyptus Essential Oil

Organic Peppermint Essential Oil

Organic Rosemary Essential Oil

Organic Lime Essential Oil

Organic Spearmint Essential Oil

Organic Tea Tree Essential Oil

Organic Unrefined Vinegar infused with Organic Botanicals Horsetail, Rosemary, Nettle, Burdock Root, Basil & Lavender

Overall rating: 4.8536587 / 5 from 123 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

This organic apple cider vinegar rinse with fresh mint scent is appreciated for its clean, soft, and refreshing feel. Customers enjoy its pleasant aroma, though opinions on its effectiveness for hair and scalp vary.

Summary topics

Hair Feel: 19%
Scent: 35%
Rinse Quality: 27%

Review topics: ["results","feels","looks","smells","hair","scalp","oil","shipping","use","difference","works","rinse","acv","shampoo bar","mint","conditioner","shampoo","tangles","dandruff","vinegar","buildup","shine","mix"].

Review highlights

"Leaves my scalp feeling clean and my naturally curly hair feeling super soft and really helps fight the frizz." — Stella
"My hair feels soft and clean afterwards." — Avery D.
"My hair is fine but plentiful and this rinse has just the right combination of ACV and herbs." — Wendy B.

Reviews

Apple Cider Vinegar Rinse Fresh Mint

"I really like this rinse and have purchased it several times over the years. It smells really good too. AAA +++!!"

— Jamie H. (5/5)

Amazing!

"I love this rinse. My hair feels amazing. I will be ordering this again!"

— Melanie S. (5/5)

Love this rinse

"Absolutely love this rinse! Makes my hair feel soft, conditioned and clean . Highly recommend"

— Melanie (5/5)

Apple Cider Vinegar Rinse

"Love the ease of use and the results on my hair -- shiny, healthy body!"

— Maria P. (5/5)

"So good for the scalp. Makes it feel so much healthier in removing excess oil and gunk"

— Michelle (5/5)

Feels clean and soft

"I remembered using vinager as a rinse when I was a kid. I have used this for a week. I can't use coconut oil so was happy to see an option without it. My hair feels softer and fuller without all the residue left by my previous conditioner."

— Anita B. (5/5)

Cider Vinegar Hair Rinse

"It is great! I have ordered from you prior. I love your product! It does the job regarding dandruff and shine for my hair. My hair grows speedily. Thank you! I will be ordering other products soon. Senoria Land"

— Senoria L. (5/5)

It works, but it smells like regret

"Let me just say before anything else, this does do its job -- I used this for the first time today to start my transition to natural shampoo. My scalp did feel clean afterward, but God, I have to say, this smells absolutely heinous. I diluted a half tablespoon of it in the 8 ounces of water as recommended -- I figured I'd start gentle. As soon as I opened the bottle, the smell had me debating all of my life choices. I figured, maybe it won't be so bad once it's diluted, so I quickly mixed it up and smacked the lid on it. It was, in fact, just as bad in the shower. There aren't enough herbs in the world to cover the stench that is ACV. There IS a smell of mint lingering somewhere in there, as if perhaps someone whispered "mint" in the next room while it was being poured. It is also a bit pricy, and given what I just experienced, I probably won't be using the rest of it. Did it work? Yes, absolutely. But my life flashed before my eyes. My sinuses were forcefully cleared, and I can now smell colors. Thankfully, the smell did not stay in my hair. The nettle shampoo bar that I used afterward was great, though!"

— Hannah (3/5)

"So far so good. I have hard water (calcium) and decided to use this as an after shower, diluted detangler spray. I like the mint scent and thankfully, the vinegar smell dissipated after drying. If the results continue, I'd definitely recommend and reorder."

— jen (5/5)

"Woo!! Tingly peppermint on the scalp! My hair loves this stuff. Just 1-2 Tbsp diluted in water at the end of my shower calms the flyaways and pumps up the shine, and since I use so little it lasts a long time."

— Jennifer (5/5)

Q&A

Hi there! Thank you for your thoughtful answers to my questions. I have another one :-) I saw a reviewer from this site who says that they use this product as a facial toner, which sounds really cool to me. I know that isn't an advertised use for this product, but since it's so concentrated I'm wondering if you have any feedback on what might be a good dilution ratio for a facial toner? I found recipes online, but thought perhaps your product would behave differently due to its concentration. Thank you!: Hi Sarah, Thanks so much for your question! Unfortunately, I do not have a dilution ratio to offer for a facial toner as we have not tested the product ourselves in this manner. Our apologies! Let me know if you have any other questions and have a great day! -Christina, Chagrin Valley
Hello! I have very long, thick, curly hair with a medium-fine texture. Does your ACV concentrate work well on curls/thick hair/hair with a lot of length? And do some people use it between washes as a way to freshen up hair and reduce oil/product build-up without having to shampoo and condition? I often like to get my hair wet without actually washing it, but then find it difficult to detangle without using a product. Thank you!: Hi Sarah, Thanks so much for reaching out! Yes, our ACV rinse works great for those with curly hair that is medium thickness. You can certainly use it in between washes to help freshen up the hair and remove excess oil in between washes. It is a great conditioning product so it will help with tangles and softening the hair! I hope this helps! Let us know if you have any other questions and have a great day! -Christina, Chagrin Valley
Hello! I just started using a waterless shampoo product and am finding that it's tough to get it to lather properly due to product residue and oil in my hair. Can your ACV concentrate be used before shampooing to help reduce oil and product build-up, or is there some reason to only use it after shampooing? Thank you!: Hi Sarah, Thanks so much for reaching out! You can certainly try using it before washing to help remove oil and product build up! We recommend using it after with our shampoo bars to help remove excess product after washing as well as condition the hair. I hope this helps! Let us know if anything else is needed and have a great day! -Christina, Chagrin Valley
Is the rinse used as the last step: Shampoo, conditioner, vinegar rinse? Or after shampooing and skip conditioner? Thank you. 🙏🏻: Hi Ina, Thanks so much for your question! An ACV rinse is to be used in place of a conditioner after shampooing. I hope this helps! Please let me know if anything else is needed and have a great day! -Christina, Chagrin Valley
How often can this be used: I have oily, baby fine, straight hair and I've been using the Apple Cider Vinegar Rinse Concentrate: Citrus Mint, twice a week. My hair feels great. It's soft, shiney, and doesn't get oily as fast.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why Raw Apple Cider Vinegar?

Why Raw Apple Cider Vinegar for the Hair Rinses?

Although plain white vinegar may work, Apple Cider Vinegar seems to be the favorite hair care vinegar. Some say that wine vinegars may be less drying for those with dry scalp conditions.

The process for making apple cider vinegar begins with the juice of fresh apples. Bacteria and yeast added to the juice begin the fermentation process which breaks down fructose, the naturally occurring fruit sugar, into alcohol.

The alcohol is converted to vinegar (which means “sour wine” in French) by acetic acid-forming bacteria.

The natural raw non-pasteurized vinegar is packed with nutrients. It appears cloudy with stringy stuff and sediment on the bottom due to the "mother" which contains the natural bacteria and enzymes that make this product so wonderful.

We only use organic raw apple cider vinegar with "mother." The difference between raw apple cider vinegar and a commercial clear vinegar brand is that the commercial vinegar is heated, distilled, and clarified. This processing removes much of the naturally occurring bacteria, nutrients, and living enzymes, thus stripping away the natural benefits.

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Why Chagrin Valley Organic Vinegar Hair Rinses Better?

When comparing vinegar hair rinse products
and prices please read the label ingredients

Our ACV Rinses do not contain no water they are a pure concentrated vinegar rinse so you can add your own water to create the perfect rinse for your hair type.
Many vinegar rinses are not concentrates, they are made with water--often as the first ingredient--which means that you are paying for a product that is mostly water.
Our apple cider vinegar (ACV) finishing rinses are made with only USDA Certified Organic ingredients.
Our ACV rinses are made with only raw apple cider vinegar which contains the "mother," the storehouse of natural bacteria and enzymes that make this product so wonderful.
We infuse our organic vinegar with certified organic herbs and organic essential oils that are great for the hair and scalp.
Our ACV Rinses contain no water and therefore need no artificial preservatives.

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How Often Can I Use An Apple Cider Vinegar Hair Rinse?

Since everyone's hair is unique you must use your own judgment.

Remember--dry hair likes less vinegar and oily hair likes more.

For most people a using a vinegar rinse every day will be quite drying. It is best to restrict use to 1 to 2 times per week.

The amount of water you add to the vinegar, the dilution rate, will also affect how often it can be used as well as whether it is drying to your hair. You will need to experiment to find a dilution that works best for your hair type. Always start with a very dilute rinse in order to find the proper ratio for your hair.

If you like a bit of vinegar with each washing, a spritz with a very dilute rinse may work.

Some Helpful Hints

While you can use any container to make your vinegar rinse, I like a plastic squirt top bottle. It is easier to squirt it all over my scalp and then massage it through, rather than pouring it all over my head from a cup. Recycle any clean plastic bottle with a squirt top.
Pouring a cold rinse on your hair may be a more invigorating experience than you would like. (Although if you're feeling brave, the cold water will give your hair added shine.) If you would like a warmer rinse, make it just before you step in the shower using very warm tap water.

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What Do Herbs Infused In Vinegar Do?

Why Do We Infuse Herbs Into Our ACV Rinses

Nature's herbs and botanicals have a life force of their own.
The vinegar extracts the healing and soothing phytochemicals from medicinal herbs and botanicals.

Basil, Ocimum basilicum, stimulates hair follicles, increases scalp circulation and promotes hair growth. Basil helps protect hair from breakage, its anti-inflammatory properties help soothe the roots and it adds luster to dull hair.

Burdock, Arctium lappa, nourishes and strengthens hair follicles, to promote healthy hair growth and improve the condition of hair. It helps soothe irritated scalp conditions, decrease breakage and adds sheen, body & luster. The mucilage in burdock root adds “slip” to hair to make detangling easier.

Horsetail, Equisetum arvense, is nourishing and hydrating, stimulates the scalp and has been used for centuries as a hair growth herb. The silica in horsetail helps to keep hair strong and adds shine and luster to hair.

Lavender, Lavendula officinalis, has anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial and antifungal properties that may help with irritated scalp conditions and hair loss. It helps balance oil production as is a great herb for all hair types.

Nettle, Urtica dioica, stimulates the scalp, improves circulation, helps decrease breakage and promotes body, bounce, and shine. Nettle hair rinses are an old remedy to help reduce hair loss and encourage hair growth. Nettles balance oil production and help with dandruff.

Rosemary, Rosemarinus officinalis, encourages the growth of strong healthy hair by improving blood flow to the scalp. The stimulating and revitalizing properties of rosemary help increase manageability, add shine, and condition the hair and scalp.

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Does Everyone Need To Use A Vinegar Hair Rinse?

Do I Need A Vinegar Rinse When Using a Natural Shampoo Bar?

Whether or not you need to use an apple cider vinegar (ACV) rinse depends on a number of factors.

Your water: If your hair does not seem to be adjusting to the shampoo bars, it may be due to your water. Hard water makes it more difficult to rinse natural shampoo from your hair.
Hair length: Many of our male customers and women with short hair have found that they do not need to rinse with vinegar, simply because their hair is short.
Tangles: ACV rinses often help with tangles.
Residue: If your hair has residue from previous products or you regularly use conditioners, styling gels etc., our shampoo bars are mild and may not remove residue from your hair like detergent shampoos. ACV rinses help remove build-up and product residue.
Hair type: Everyone's hair is unique.

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I wish I could use an apple cider vinegar (ACV) rinse very day. Besides creating tangle-free locks, I also love the way it makes my hair look and feel. As I have gotten older my hair has become drier and I can only use an ACV rinse 2 or 3 times week.