Herbal Shampoo 1
- 4 oz of dried herbs (choose from below)
- 1 1/4 cup boiling water
- 2 1/2 T of liquid castile soap
- 1 t jojoba or virgin coconut oil
- 2 drops geranium and 2 drops carrot seed essential oil
- 10 drops grapefruit seed extract
Steep the herbs in the boiling water for 20 minutes and then strain. Add the jojoba or virgin coconut oil and the castile to the tea and stir well. Once cool, add the essential oils and bottle. Add 10 drops grapefruit seed extract.
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Herbal Shampoo 2
- 2 cups distilled water
- 1 tablespoon calendula (pot marigold)
- 2 teaspoons rosemary
- 1 tablespoon nettle
- 2 teaspoons orange peel
- 2 teaspoons comfrey
- 2 tablespoons chamomile
- 1/2 teaspoon lavender essential oil
- 1 teaspoon jojoba oil (omit if hair is oily)
- 1/2 cup all-natural, gentle baby shampoo
Bring water to a boil and remove from heat. Add the herbs, cover, and allow to steep for 30 minutes. Strain mixture into a medium-sized bowl, add the oils and stir vigorously. Add the shampoo and gently stir until thoroughly mixed. Pour into a labeled bottle and keep refrigerated to preserve the freshness. You may keep a small bottle in the shower with enough shampoo for about one week, if you wish. Use approximately 1 tablespoon per application. This shampoo will not produce mountains of billowy suds as it does not contain strong foaming agents. Before use, lightly shake shampoo to mix the oil that may separate from the rest of the ingredients.
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Herbs for Hair
Catnip Traditionally believed to promote hair growth
Chamomile Can help to keep the scalp and hair follicles healthy so that new hair grows well
Comfrey Can soothe and heal scalp irritations
Elderberries Have traditionally been used to add color tones to graying hair
Lemon Balm Leaves a fresh citrus fragrance on the hair
Lemongrass Has astringent properties and can be effective in toning the scalp
Lemon Verbena Leaves a fresh citrus fragrance on the hair
Nettle An astringent herb that is beneficial in the treatment of skin irritations and itching
Parsley This common plant can be helpful in relieving skin irritations
Rosemary Is said to enhance the color of dark hair and to help control dandruff
Sage An astringent for oily hair. Can also be beneficial for damaged or fragile hair
Thyme Has antiseptic, tonic and astringent properties
Yarrow Acts as a tonic for the hair