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Perfect DIY Shampoo Recipe

Equipment

  • Plastic container (2- 3 Litre)
  • Blender/ Grinder
  • Weighing scale
  • Sieve / Muslin cloth

Materials

  • 200g Soap nuts (Reetha) with seeds (Cleansing)
  • 80g Shikakai
  • 30g Indian Gooseberry (Amla) (For nutrition and hair growth)
  • 30g Fenugreek seeds (methi) (Moisture)
  • 40g Hibiscus Leaves/ Flowers (Conditioning)
  • 30g Curry/ Bringraj / mehendi leaves (For treating Dandruff , hair thinning and damage)
  • 20g Bio- Enzyme (Preservation)
  • 1200ml Water
  • 10-15 drops Essential oil (any)

Instructions

  • First, Remove the seeds from soap nuts by cracking them open.
  • Add in all the above ingredients in the container except essential oil and mix thoroughly.
  • Keep this container in a cool and dark place for 15 days.
  • After it's fermented, blend it finely in a blender and strain the mixture.
  • Keep it for another 5 days and your shampoo will be ready to use.

Storage

  • Can be stored and used in room temperature for 3-6 months.

Notes

  • Do not throw out the leftover soapy pulp when you can use it for washing hands, dishes, etc.
  • Make sure you leave some gaps in the container for the gasses from fermentation.
    This shampoo recipe is perfect for people who don't have time for DIYs and who need a convenient way to use natural products as you only have to make this shampoo 3-4 times a year.
  • Make sure that you give your scalp at least four to five weeks to adjust before giving up. You’ll probably feel a little more greasy for the first couple of days while your body’s natural oil production transitioning back to normal. But don't lose hope and be patient!