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Natural Hair Care
Premature hair loss is becoming a big problem these days
and yet we continue to treat our hair with very harsh chemicals because
there don't seem to be any immediate health risks. Treating hair naturally
can be very easy though. Here are some tips for natural hair care:
Cleansing: Use a detergent free cleanser - Liquid castille is a very good, mild soap for the hair. Herb such as shikakai, amla & aritha have been used for centuries in India to gently clean the hair and scalp. These herbs are used to make a "tea" which is then used to wash the hair. Neem powder tea can be used when there are scalp problems such as dandruff or to treat lice.
Conditioning: Apple cider vinegar infused with natural herbs such as rosemary and neem is the best natural conditioner. It will leave your hair soft and manageable.
Oil treatments: Combine the following: 6 oz fractionated coconut oil, 3 oz Monoi de Tahiti, 1 oz castor oil, 2 oz jojoba, 2 oz emu oil, 2 oz shea oil. When ready to use, heat the oils in a double boiler and apply to dampened hair and scalp. Wrap with a hot towel and allow it to sit for 20 minutes. Wash with liquid castille soap (rosemary essential oil can be added to the castille soap).
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