The condition of your hair is a good indication of your general health and nutrition. Hair loses its shine when you are tired and run down, unwell or unhappy. Hormonal changes, sun, chlorine, wind and chemical hair treatment can also affect the condition of your hair. A healthy diet is essential to beautiful hair so make sure yours includes plenty of vitamins A and B, minerals such as calcium, iron, iodine, zinc and silica, as well as protein and essential fatty acids. The kind of shampoo you use is also important. Many commercial shampoos are largely made up of alkaline detergents which strip the natural oils from the hair and scalp. Avoid washing your hair frequently as this can over stimulate the scalp and increase oiliness of the hair. Choose a natural bristle brush as nylon brushes damage the hair and cause split ends.
Shampoos
1)Castile Soap Shampoo

2 dessertspoons herb

Juice of half a lemon

150g castile soap

1litre boiling water

Infuse the herbs in the boiling water and leave to cool. Strain, and add the lemon juice. Grate the soap and dissolve it in the infusion. Gently bring it to the boil, stirring from time to time until the water is clear. Remove from heat and beat until the mixture is fluffy. This is a very gentle shampoo suitable even for babies.

2)Soapwort Shampoo

1 oz dried soapwort root

1 pint boiling water

1 oz dried herb

Pour the boiling water over the soapwort, cover and steep for 12 hours. Bring to the boil and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the required herbs, cover and leave to cool. Strain into a jug for use. Soapwort shampoo will keep in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.

Tinctures for use for shampoos and rinses for all hair types.
Rosmarinus Off      Zingiber Off
Arnica Mont           Jaborandi
Lavendula

Herbs for use for shampoos and rinses for all hair types.
Nettles         Linden blossom
Calendula       Rosemary
Southernwood    Yarrow
Burdock        Horsetail

Hair rinses

Use herbal infusions to pour over the hair as the last few rinses after shampooing. You can also comb them through the hair each morning or night when you are not washing your hair.

To Give Shine To The Hair
Rosemary       Nettles
Horsetail
Sage        Parsley

To Bring Out Blonde Highlights And Give Sheen
Chamomile        Calendula
Yarrow      Mullein Flower

To Bring Out Shine And Highlights In Dark Hair

Rosemary       Sage
Nettles       Raspberry Leaves
Black Tea      Elderberries

To Disguise Grey Hairs In dark Hair

Rosemary       Black Tea

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