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Did you know that you can make your hair shine with the flowers and leaves picked from your own garden? Hibiscus is used in Ayurveda to make hair protective oils. This hair care recipe gently cleans your hair leaving it soft and silky.
Steps
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1Pick fresh hibiscus flowers and leaves.[1]
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2Wash the leaves to remove any dirt present on them.Advertisement
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3Gently remove petals from the flowers.
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4Put the leaves and petals in a container.[2]
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5Add half cup of water.[3]
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6Soak them for 10-15 minutes. This makes them soft and tender.[4]
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7Put them in a blender and blend until smooth.[5]
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8You'll get a very sticky paste. Collect the paste in a container.Your Hibiscus shampoo is ready now.
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9Use this to get soft and silky hair.
Community Q&A
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QuestionShould it be foamy like commercial shampoo?Community AnswerIt doesn't have to be foamy. Foam can help distribute the soap more easily through your hair, but shampoo that doesn't foam can still clean your hair.
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QuestionCan this shampoo get rid of dandruff?Community AnswerYes, but it may be a bit slower than other shampoos that are specifically designed to remove dandruff.
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QuestionHow much water do I use?Community AnswerAdd about a cup at first, then more to get the consistency you desire.
Things You'll Need
- 20 Fresh Hibiscus leaves
- 3-5 Fresh Hibiscus flowers
- 1/2 cup of water
- blender