How to Make Shampoo Using Hibiscus Leaves
The hibiscus has been extolled for various uses, including as dandruff treatment, food coloring and herbal teas. To make a simple shampoo that will leave your hair extremely soft, you can use both hibiscus leaves and flowers. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- 8 to 10 hibiscus leaves
- 1 or 2 hibiscus flowers
- Water
- Strainer
- Flour
- Essential oil (optional)
Instructions
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Put the leaves, flowers and 1 cup of water in a bowl.
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Mash the leaves and flowers.
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Add about a teaspoon of flour and continue to mix. If the consistency is fairly thick, add a little more water. It should be fairly runny and sticky.
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Put the mixture through the strainer.
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Add a drop or two of your favorite essential oil, if you like.
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Shampoo with the mixture and rinse thoroughly. Let your hair air dry.
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Tips & Warnings
This mixture does not keep well so make it right before use.
References
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good tips
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eliptica
Feb 26, 2009
What a great idea. Thanks for the article. -
Gracie1402
Jul 22, 2008
Kaycee, Any type of hibiscus leaf will work, hybrid or otherwise. It is very simple but it works great! Thanks, ~Gracie
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kaycee1018
Jul 22, 2008
are you talking about the plain old hibiscus thatis the state flower of Hawaii, or any plant that is the same species as that hibiscus. I want to know cuz I have some hibiscus that are a different type but still hibiscus,. thanks, Kristin
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kaycee1018
Jul 22, 2008
are you talking about the plain old hibiscus thatis the state flower of Hawaii, or any plant that is the same species as that hibiscus. I want to know cuz I have some hibiscus that are a different type but still hibiscus,. thanks, Kristin
