If you guys follow me on Instagram, you probably already know that I was on a no shampoo journey for a good 7 to 8 long years. It is only recently that I started using shampoo because I got my hair colored and using baking soda or reeta and shikakai was a strict no-no by my hair dresser. Even if I use a shampoo, I make sure that it is SLS free and natural. I also wash my hair with a lot of natural botanical powders. If you are someone who do not really have the time to experiment with alternatives, you can still customize your regular shampoo and make it even more nutritious and great for your hair according to your hair problems. Add few natural ingredients to your shampoo can definitely go a long way in maintaining healthy hair. Here are some of the natural ingredients that you can add to your regular shampoo for healthy hair –
ADD THESE 10 INGREDIENTS TO YOUR SHAMPOO FOR HEALTHY HAIR:
Rose Water
Rose water helps control dandruff and also adds a beautiful shine to your hair. Also hydrates and adds a beautiful rosy sent. All you need to do is add some rose water to your regular shampoo and use it as and when required.
Tea Tree Oil
Tea tree oil has antibacterial and antimicrobial properties. It helps fight dandruff, mild scalp infections and scalp acne. Also helps boost hair growth. You can add few drops of tea tree oil on your palms and mix it with a dollop of shampoo right before using. Alternatively, you can also add tea tree oil to your shampoo bottle.
Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple cider vinegar helps balance scalp pH and fight dandruff. It also adds a beautiful shine to your hair and makes it manageable. Add 1/3 cup of organic mother apple cider vinegar to 2 cups of shampoo and stir. Transfer to a bottle. Use it as a regular shampoo. You can also mix a small quantity on your palms right before using if you don’t want to make a bigger batch.
Baking Soda
Baking soda has exfoliating properties that helps buff away dead skin cells and product buildup from the scalp. It works as a scalp and hair clarifying ingredient. Add a teaspoon of baking soda to 2 tablespoons of shampoo on your palms right before using it.
Rosemary Oil
Rosemary oil has hair nourishing and growth boosting properties that makes your hair longer and stronger. Add few drops of rosemary oil to the shampoo on your palms and mix it right before using. You can also add rosemary oil to your shampoo bottle in advance and use it as and when required.
Bentonite Clay
If you have oily scalp, Bentonite clay can help detox and also clarify your hair. All you need to do is add a tablespoon or so of Bentonite clay to 3 to 4 tablespoons of your regular shampoo before using. Alternatively, you can also make a bigger batch and keep it in your bathroom. Use it as and when required.
Lemon Juice
Lemon juice works just as apple cider vinegar and it also helps fight dandruff. Adds a beautiful shine to your hair and makes it healthier. Add few drops of lemon juice to your shampoo on your palms right before using.
Charcoal
Charcoal helps detox your skin just as Bentonite clay and it also helps fight dandruff and scalp acne. Also helps remove product buildup and has a clarifying effect. Add a teaspoon of activated charcoal powder to 2 tablespoons of your regular shampoo and use it. You can also make a bigger batch and keep it in the bathroom. Use it as and when required.
Avocado
Fresh avocado pulp is great for hair that is chemically treated, dry and extremely frizzy. It is also great if you have colored your hair and have split ends. Mix together equal quantities of fresh avocado pulp or puree and your regular shampoo. Make sure that your mix it right before using. Use it as regular shampoo and wash off. Alternatively, you can also mix together melted avocado butter and some shampoo and keep it in the bathroom.
Honey
Honey hydrates and moisturizes your hair and also adds a beautiful shine. Makes hair more manageable and silkier. Add a teaspoon or so of raw organic honey to your shampoo on your palms right before using. Alternatively, you can also add a few tablespoons of raw organic honey to your shampoo bottle and use it as and when required.
NOTE-
- Always patch test beforehand to make sure the ingredient or remedy that you’re using suits you.
- Always use organic ingredients for best results.
- You need to follow a routine for a longer period for it to show results.
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