How to Make a Natural Stinging Nettle Dandruff Treatment

Typical dandruff treatments are not only expensive, they are full of harsh chemicals that can damage your hair and destroy the protective oils that naturally prevent dandruff. The stinging nettle in your backyard can be used as part of an effective natural shampoo to help stop dandruff. Gentle, effective and natural, you will have beautiful dandruff-free hair before you know it.

Things You'll Need

• 2 cups distilled water
• 1/2 oz. fresh rosemary
• 1/2 oz. fresh sage
• 1 oz. fresh stinging nettle leaves
• 1/2 oz. fresh lavender
• Strainer
• 4 oz. of liquid peppermint castile soap
• 1 empty 8 oz. plastic bottle

Instructions

1. Boil 2 cups distilled water and add the fresh herbs to the pot. Remove the pot from the heat and cover with a tight fitting lid. Allow the mixture to steep for 45 minutes.

2. Strain the herbs from the water and pour the liquid into the empty 8 oz. bottle. Add 4 oz. of liquid peppermint castile soap and place the lid tightly on the bottle. Shake until mixed well.

3. Apply this natural stinging nettle dandruff treatment to your hair daily as you would normal shampoo. The treatment will both cure and prevent dandruff gently and naturally.

Tips & Warnings

• Dandruff is highly contagious, so never share combs, brushes, towels or pillows.

• Disinfect your combs and brushes with a one-to-one mixture of water and lemon juice, allowing them to soak overnight.

• Always wash your hair with lukewarm water, as hot water can strip the hair of the natural oils that prevent dandruff.

• Blow drying can dry the scalp, causing itch and dandruff. If you must blow dry, hold the dryer at least 10 inches from your scalp.