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Herbal Shampoo
Pour one application of a mild baby shampoo into a cup and add 2 tablespoons of a strong decoction of herbs. Or you may use 4 drops of essential oil or 4 drops of tincture. Mix together and use normally.
Herbal Decoction
Put 1 oz of mixed herbs or herb of your choice in a non metal pot add 10 oz of spring or tap water. Bring it slowly to a boil, lower heat, and gently simmer for 5-10 minutes. Turn off heat and let steep for 5-10 minutes. Strain and store in refrigerator and use within a few days.
Herbs used in Hair Care
To Condition Dry Hair
Comfrey - Contains allantoin, a protein which speeds up cell renewal
Elderflowers - A Softener
Marshmallow - A Softener
Parsley - Conditioner for sensitive skin and hair
To Condition Oily Hair
Calendula - Antiseptic, saffron color for blondes
Parsley - Conditioner
Lemon juice - Cleanser
Lemon balm - Cleanser adds sheen
Lavender - - Cleanser and astringent
Mint - Astringent
Rosemary - Conditioner
Witch Hazel - Cleanser and astringent
Yarrow - Stimulates growth and eradicates dandruff.
Expect to have hope rekindled. Expect your prayers to be answered in wondrous ways. The dry seasons in life do not last. The spring rains will come again
--Sarah Ban Breathnach
To help a flaky scalp, warm 2 to 3 tablespoons vegetable oil in the microwave (make sure it’s not too hot!) and then gently apply to scalp with cotton balls. Let set for at least an hour and then shampoo as usual.
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