I don’t even think about my scalp, let alone treat it, but the mums at The Mother Huddle make a very good point that healthy hair starts with a good scalp. And they thoughtfully provided an easy — and informative — tutorial to help you help your scalp. Get it all here.… Read More ...
DIY: Summer Soaps, Scrubs, Shampoo & More
While we’re waiting for summer to arrive, why not get started on some just-for-hot-weather products? Erica at Bath Alchemy has thoughtfully put together a list of recipes for everything from an herbal sunburn remedy to shampoo, body scrub and a hair rinse. But what I’m most excited about…the bamboo CP soap recipe…wow, cannot wait to … Read More ...
DIY: Blonde? Brighten It Up!
I admit, I’ve dyed wool with Kool-Aid, and of course I’ve drunk Kool-Aid, but never thought to use it on my hair. Sadly, I’m not blonde, but Stephanie of Henry Happened is and she swears by this simple technique to give her blonde hair a pop. Find out what to do here.… Read More ...
DIY Beer Shampoo St Patricks Day Idea.
Beer shampoo adds body and shine to your hair. You can make your own beer shampoo at home. This shampoo, does not need to be refrigerated. After you’ve tried it, you’ll use it again!
I think this would make a lovely gift to give this coming St Patricks Day
THINGS YOU WILL NEED
1x can … Read More ...
DIY Parsley & Peppermint Hair Rinse Recipe
Rinses can be made from vinegars, or herbal vinegars, infusions & decoctions. They are effective in balancing and healing both the scalp and the hair. A cool rinse can also help close the hair cuticles, resulting in greater shine.
I promised a recipe for a hair rinse today. A strong infusion of … Read More ...
DIY Conditioning Hair Treatments & Masks
Women ( & men ) have used natural oils as conditioners for hundreds of years.
This simple recipe restores damaged hair and eradicates dandruff. Warming the oil( not to hot though ) before use helps it better penetrate the hair shaft.
HOT OIL & GINGER HAIR RESTORER
3 Tablespoons Cold Pressed Olive Oil.
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DIY Homemade Shampoo
Below is a free DIY recipe for an all natural chemical free shampoo that you can make yourself at home.
Think of the money you will save by making your own DIY shampoo using the following recipe.
Use this as a base and add your own essential oils to suit your hair type.
¼ … Read More ...
Headlice Arrrrrrrrggggggggh!!!
Now that the kids are back at school will you be like me and checking your childs hair for lice on a regular basis .
Fortunately the days of just shaving ones head and dipping it in kerosene are long gone.
Try this concentrated aromatherapy blend to eliminate headlice.
Combine in a glass bottle the … Read More ...
How To Use Dry Shampoo
When you’re on the go and just don’t have time to wash your hair, using dry shampoo will help absorb the oil and leave your hair looking and feeling clean. There are a number of dry shampoo’s that you can purchase from the store that are wonderful, but if you’re on a budget, you can … Read More ...
How to Get Shinier, Healthier Hair
Do you ever wish your dull hair was a bit shinier; therefore making it look healthier? If so, check out this recipe by Kristen Fraser Cotte of The Grapeseed Company that was posted on the Essential U blog that will help add shine, brighten and clarify your mane.
Brighten and shine blond locks by applying … Read More ...
DIY: Sage Hair Rinse
UK Handmade recently wrote about Sage, a very versatile herb. The article contains a cooking recipe, a tea recipe, and a hair rinse recipe (see below) – all made using sage.
Sage Hair Rinse
Sage is traditionally used to keep dark hair healthy and shiny. To make:
Put 10 sage leaves in a bowl and … Read More ...
DIY: Hair Care Products
The Natural Beauty Workshop recently posted links to some hair care products that had been submitted to their Flickr photo pool. This in turn lead me to their collection of hair care recipes, including ones for Rosemary Walnut Shampoo and a Ayurvedic Hair Cream.… Read More ...
DIY: Homemade Shampoo
If you are interested in mixing up your own shampoo, check out the homemade shampoo recipes posted by Idea Queen.… Read More ...
Jenulence – Giveaway!
Jenulence is a small, family-owned company that creates non-toxic mineral makeup that is pure, fresh and natural. I had the opportunity to sample some of Jenulence’s unique products, including two facial cleansers and a mineral makeup set. The Antioxidant Green Tea Foaming Cleanser is very gentle and does not contain synthetic detergents or emulsifiers. It … Read More ...
Haircare Don’ts
Mystical Aromas posted 10 Definite Don’ts Of Great Haircare from Michael Barrows’ website Great Hairstyles. Mystical Aromas offers Moonmist Shampoo, Conditioner & Herbal Shampoo.
Haircare Don’ts:
1. Avoid unprofessional and over-the-counter hair care products whenever you can. Many of these only offer false hopes and promises.
2. Do not cut your own … Read More ...