How To Remove Gum From Your Hair?
A lot of girls and people with long hair face the problem of gum getting stuck in their hair. As silly as it sounds, it may get really messy and irritating to remove gum from your hair. The most common mistake people make in these situations is trying to pull the gum out. Such attempts are likely to get your hair entangled which would only worsen the problem. Moreover, pulling a bunch of your hair with force is bound to hurt!
So, what should you do if you have gum stuck to your hair?
Many people use creamy peanut butter or olive oil for getting rid of the notorious gum. You can cover the gum with oil or peanut butter using your fingers or an old toothbrush. When the gum comes in contact with these substances, it tends to harden over time, making it easier for you to remove it from your hair.
However, this is not the best and the most effective way of removing gum from your hair as it is time-consuming and would be effective if the gum is dangled deep within. To remove gum from your hair in a non-messy, quick, and effective way, you can use WD-40.
Yes, you heard that right! This may come as a shock to you but the WD-40 Multi Use Product can be used to remove gum from your hair. The liquid penetrates between the gum and your hair, making the hold of the gum loose. This makes it easier for you to take it out of your hair without using unnecessary force.
When it comes to issues like this, WD-40 is certainly not the first solution that comes to your mind. For years, the brand has been associated with removing rust from metals, fixing door hinges, cleaning vehicles, and resolving other similar issues. However, you learn new things every day!
Here are the simple steps you need to follow if you want to remove gum from your hair using WD-40:
Things you will need
Step 1
Get Yourself A Can Of WD-40 Multi Use Product
Before anything else, you need to have a nice can of WD-40 Multi Use Product at your disposal. You can easily buy it from the internet or go to the nearest hardware store. Staying true to its name, the WD-40 Multi Use Product has several uses and it is advisable to keep a can handy in case of emergencies.
Step 2
Spray WD-40 Where The Gum Is Stuck
Now that you have WD-40 with you, you can show its magic to your hair! Take the can and spray the liquid gently on the portion of your hair where the gum is stuck. Make sure that you spray it only on the affected region and in limited amounts. Going overboard with spraying may damage your hair.
Step 3
Wait For A Couple Of Minutes
After spraying the liquid, you would need to wait for a few minutes for it to work its magic. This would allow WD-40 to loosen the gum and weaken its hold on your hair.
Step 4
Comb The Gum Out
After a few minutes of waiting, all you need to do is take a comb and gently comb the gum out of your hair. You would be surprised how easily the gum comes off. However, always make sure that you are gentle in your approach and do not pull your hair with force. The gum would still be sticky and may cause issues if you use a lot of force. If the gum does not come out in the first attempt, keep combing your hair gently to get it out in a few attempts.
Step 5
Wash Your Hair
Once you are relieved and the gum is out of your hair, take a nice long shower and wash your hair. You wouldn’t want WD-40 residue in your hair once the job is done.
Final Word
These were the simple steps you could follow for removing gum from your hair. WD-40 Multi Use Product is highly versatile and helps you get a lot of household chores done. Apart from removing gum from your hair, you can use the product for lubricating your door hinges, removing rust from devices, and much more. At the end of the day, all it takes is a few simple sprays!
Disclaimer
The uses shown and described for WD-40 Multi-Use Product were provided to WD-40 Company by the users themselves. These uses haven’t been tested by WD-40 Company and do not constitute a recommendation of suggestion for use by WD-40 Company. Common sense should be exercised whenever using WD-40 Company products. Always follow the instructions and take heed of any warnings printed on the packaging.
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