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The Art & Science of Homemade Shampoo

admin — Thu, 26 Mar 2009 08:41:59 +0000

Homemade shampoo is not as easy as it sounds. Many a budding shampoo maker is put off when their first few attempts go awry. However learning to make shampoo is a black art that is definitely worth it in the long run. So here are some pointers to get you well on your way to becoming a master of the homemade shampoo and an connoisseur of the homemade conditioner.

When you start out, you should treat your first few concoctions as tests. In other words you shouldn’t get down when your shampoo doesn’t turn out the way you expected; it’s just a test result. As the old saying goes, “The man who makes no mistakes makes nothing”. Don’t expect every shampoo recipe to have spectacular results. There are many variables such as your type of hair, the condition of your scalp, and the quality of the ingredients. For example, people learning how to make shampoo frequently complain that causing them to have dandruff. Rather than see this as a failure, you should write down the exact recipe and make a note of the effects it had.

Next you should ask questions online to help guide you. A great place to learn is the Yahoo! Answers site. The chances are that your exact question has already been answered, but if not you can pose the question for a rapid barrage of responses. I just looked up for the example of dandruff and got the following tip: – “It may help you to use rosemary or tea tree. Maybe even an organic scalp massage oil.” It’s very much a process of trial and error, which is a good thing. Being able to master the art is an adventure into the unknown, and should not be feared but treated as an exciting journey!! It’s much more fun that way and in my experience the best homemade shampoo results come from people who enjoy the process.

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How do you make homemade car shampoo? (with wax)?

admin — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 09:42:07 +0000

I need the a step by step procedure. Even though there is an existing product already, i still need the procedure and methodology.

Sorry, I only know how to make shampoo for cars manufactured in assembly plants. I don’t know how a homemade car would react to the same shampoo – I assume homemade cars have different material content than assembly-plant cars.

You might try Pep Boys or similar.

how to make homemade shampoo?

admin — Sun, 05 Sep 2010 16:25:08 +0000

I have scalp psoriasis and I rub coconut oil in my hair at least every other night, but I want to make a homemade organic shampoo because when I wash my hair it just makes it dry again.

So what oils do you recommend I add to this shampoo?
How many things should I mix in it?
Would coconut milk and oatmeal be a good idea?
And most of all what do I add in it to make it lather and where can I find it?

Thanks a lot!

Have you tried ‘baby shampoo’? Or pure soup? Why not try honey, coconut milk, oatmeal, fish oil, peanut oil etc, all natural products, should be a plus! Lemon juice would also be an idea, might sting you somewhat, it has oil in its skin which might help your psoriasis .. also nice fresh smell. Was this of some use? (I would try them all, would only be a plus when it does help!)

can I make homemade carpet shampoo for my bissel steam cleaner? How?

admin — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 18:30:15 +0000

I ran out and i"m cheap. Thanks

I use liquid laundry detergent. It gets sudsy, but it cleans really well. Make sure you rinse the carpet after cleaning with clear water.

Homemade shampoo and Curlsbysistersmith

admin — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 22:00:29 +0000

Another product review. Sorry for the lighting.

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How can I make a homemade soap or shampoo ad conditioners?

admin — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 02:00:04 +0000

I’d like to know what gives a fair smell and easy to make for guys. I heard that it is a natural thing (chemicals free) to do and can save you couple of bucks. I’m trying to become an Environmentalist as much as possible. I don’t know if I would like the homemade at all, but I would like to try at least once. If not, I would go back to buying organic products.

Soapnut Shampoo
Shampoo made from soapnuts is very gentle and allergen-free, and a little goes along way. To make your own soapnuts shampoo, place 8-10 soapnuts in a cotton bag, and tie the drawstring. Fill a saucepan with 3 cups of water, and boil for 12-15 minutes. Saponin is released into the water, creating an excellent natural soap. Remove the soapnut bag, and place the liquid in an empty bottle. Soapnut shampoo is not as thick as standard shampoos, and does not create as much artificial lather. Rest assured, however, that soapnut shampoo will leave your hair clean, naturally. A tip for first-time users: if your hair feels slightly dry after using soapnut shampoo, you may have used too much. Since soapnut shampoo does not produce a lot of lather, it is easy to use too much. Just remember, a little goes a long way.

There are a lot of methods for natural conditioning of hair. A lot of them are available on this website :- http://www.pioneerthinking.com/hair.html

What ingredients do I need to make homemade shampoo?

admin — Sat, 28 Aug 2010 07:53:09 +0000

also, is washing your hair with only water enough to keep it clean?
irweasel- do you know the recipe?
I found something:

All Natural Shampoo (ACV) Apple Cider Vinegar
Add the following ingredients in a blender:
1 oz. Olive oil
1 egg
1 Tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon ACV.
Use as you would a regular shampoo

Herbal Hair Rinse Combinations Using ACV
Use ¼ fresh herb or you can use dry ones. You can use any herb you like. Add to 1 quart boiling water. Let is steep until cool strain then add 2 tablespoons of ACV. Certain herbs can enhance your hair color, as well as condition it. Rosemary and parsley are good for dark hair, sage will darken graying hair, chamomile will highlight blonde or light brown hair, calendula conditions, lavender and lemon verbena add fragrance, linden is good for frequently shampooed hair, and nettles will control dandruff.

i heard of someone that washes her hair with peanut butter and honey.. sounds pretty gross to me

To all girls what home made scrub can I use as a exfoliator? What homemade shampoo can I use?

admin — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 19:25:19 +0000

check the links below for natural homemade beauty tips to:– Natural Scrubs

http://geebal.blogspot.com/2006/12/natural-scrub.html

Homemade Shikakai shampoo for hair

http://homebeautytips.blogspot.com/2007/12/home-made-shikakai-shampoos.html

Homemade Shampoo

admin — Sun, 22 Aug 2010 18:57:15 +0000

Pretty simple. It doesn’t lather up as much as commercial shampoos but lather doesn’t equal clean.

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To all the girls out there what homemade shampoo really cleans the hair?

admin — Sun, 22 Aug 2010 01:53:19 +0000

Early shampoos used in Indonesia were made from the husk and straw (merang) of rice. The husks and straws were burned into ash, and the ashes (which have alkaline properties) are mixed with water to form lather. The ashes and lather were scrubbed into the hair and rinsed out, leaving the hair clean, but very dry. Afterwards, coconut oil was applied to the hair in order to moisturize it.[