It's no secret that most commercial hair products are full of chemical additives and substances. Many that are sold as healthy and “organic” actually often contain silicones, sulfates, surfactants and dyes that can irritate the sensitive scalp. What looks good at first glance can ultimately put a strain on your hair or your body. Fortunately, conventional shampoos can be successfully replaced with nourishing organic products. Switching to natural hair care has many advantages and, above all, strengthens the body's self-healing powers. Here we have helpful beauty tips and a few recipes for making your own shampoo that you can try out right away.
Make your own shampoo: advantages and disadvantages
Silicones, parabens, sulfates, etc. are just a part of the list found in most hair washes. They promise healthy hair, shine, volume and defenseagainst split ends. Do they really work? They wash out the natural protective agents of the hair and especially the scalp and cover them with a plastic film. This can lead to hair loss, hypersensitive scalp and a host of illnesses. In addition, these chemical substances enter the body every time you wash your hair. You can avoid all of this by simply making your own shampoo. If you only rely on natural remedies, better hair growth and a healthy scalp are guaranteed.
However, not every DIY shampoo is completely natural and healthy. This is very importantQuality of ingredientsthat you use for self-production. You also have to be aware that the high-quality natural soaps that serve as the basis for a homemade shampoo are not cheap. In addition to the price and effort involved in purchasing healthy hair care, you should also consider that the hair will feel brittle at first. After a few washes, it slowly gets used to the new hair care routine and becomes manageable and shiny again.
Variants
The best option is thatCaring for hair with natural products, is washing with lava clay. It contains no irritants or other additives and is available to buy in health food stores. You prepare a simple solution of lava clay and water and wash your hair with it. Another option would be to dissolve natural soap in the water. You should avoid worryingly cheap soaps and additional substances. These are usually produced from petroleum and are not in themselves natural products. They can also slow down hair growth and damage the hair. Soap suds made from natural olive soap are ideal for all hair types. Depending on your hair type, essential oils can be added to natural soap to create an optimal, homemade shampoo.
Basic vegan recipe
The basic recipe for a homemade shampoo is very simple - soapy water. All you need is some high-quality natural soap without mineral oil. It is a natural plant product and is therefore also vegan. However, you have to be careful when buying and look closely at the ingredients. You just have to dissolve the natural soap in a little warm water and you're done. There are 250 ml of water for about 15 g of soap. If the soap is not liquid, it is best to first chop it up or grate it and then add it in portions to the water, making it easier to completely dissolve it.
Making nourishing shampoo: additives
In order to make the shampoo nourishing and optimal for the respective hair type, you can replace the water with another liquid or add other additives or essential oils. Coconut milk can be used instead of water. You can buy them in almost every supermarket and Asian store. Coconut, olive and almond oil are ideal for dry hair and scalp and provide additional moisture. Dry medicinal herbs such as rosemary, nettle tea and cinnamon have an antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, wound healing and etc. effect in the shampoo.
How long does a homemade shampoo last?
Making your own natural shampoo is basically very easy. However, it should not be produced in large quantities. Since it does not contain any additional preservatives, its shelf life is significantly shorter than that of industrially produced products. That's why it's better to only make a small amount of shampoo, around 100 ml, which is used for around 2-3 weeks. The valuable hair care can be mixed in a washed, sealable bottle of liquid soap and stored in the refrigerator. This extends the shelf life.
Recipes depending on hair type
When choosing additives, you should choose those that are suitable for the specific hair problem. You should not add more than a teaspoon of the selected essential oil to 120 ml of soapy water. The mixture then has to stand for at least 15 minutes (better more) and then it is poured through a sieve. This way you can prepare a shampoo according to your own needs and requirements and thus combat a specific problem. Essential oils from birch, chamomile, lavender sage, clary sage and juniper are very effective against hair loss. Birch, chamomile, juniper and rosemary also promote hair growth. Essential oils from lavender, tea tree, eucalyptus, lemon balm, laurel and rose geranium help against dandruff. Cedar oil is ideal for hair that gets greasy quickly.
Beer for strong hair
To improve the strength of the hair and make it easier to style, it is recommended to apply room temperature beer to the lengths and roots of the hair. You can use an atomizer to distribute the liquid evenly over the hair. Finally, when your hair dries, you won't smell the beer anymore.
Helpful tips for making your own shampoo
As with other herbal care products, the effect develops more slowly than the ready-made hair wash products from the store. After the adjustment phase, which usually lasts 1-2 weeks, the wait is worth it. You may also notice that the shampoo alternative foams less. This gives you the feeling that your hair has not been washed properly. But that's not true. There are many gentle products for skin and hair that do not contain sulfates (the foam-forming substances) and also remove unwanted particles, such as healing clay. In order to strengthen and accelerate the effect of the natural care product, it is recommended to use a homemade hair treatment or hair conditioner. Diluting organic apple cider vinegar or lemon juice with water and rinsing your hair with it after shampooing makes it soft and shiny. A mixture of 1 egg yolk, 3 tablespoons of almond oil and 1 teaspoon of lemon juice adds shine and flatters the hair. Apply the homemade hair mask to slightly pre-dried hair and leave it on for 30 minutes. Egg yolk and olive oil are usually enough to make dull, lackluster hair soft and supple. Everyone will be amazed at how something so simple works so well.
