Category Archives for Shampoo/Conditioner
Ayurvedic Hair Mask: For Thicker, Fuller and Luscious Hair
Ayurvedic remedies are time-tested and proven to be the best for hair. They are healing for the scalp and beautifying for the hair. If you have not explored any ayurvedic herbs yet, give this hair mask a try. It has the herbal power to make your hair nothing short of fabulous. Before we delve […]
Continue readingUltimate Hair Mask for Dry, Coarse Hair (Best Deep Conditioner)
My neighbour is a beautiful woman with thick curly hair that always stands out. I with fine hair do get envious (sometimes) of her big fabulous hair. Last week we got talking, and I asked her what she puts on her hair. I knew she was using something natural. …and her hair secret […]
Continue readingQ&A Which is a good homemade shampoo for Oily hair?
Farha asks: Hi I have tried your reetha-shikakai shampoo. It works fine but since I got an extremely oily scalp could you please suggest me what can I use for oily scalp? Also, I have dandruff too. The simple answer is make reetha-shikakai shampoo more concentrated. So cook for more time and you can […]
Continue readingReverse Hair Washing: The Secret to Gorgeous Hair
Reverse hair washing is a hot new trend these days. It promises to give your hair more volume and gloss – just like the models in the adverts It’s just like a regular wash, just in reverse order. You apply your conditioner first, then your shampoo. This method works for pretty much any hair type […]
Continue readingCastor Oil Hair Mask to Grow Your Hair Faster and Thicker
Castor oil has gained so much popularity recently, mainly for its hair growing benefits. It has, in fact, got a glamorous status in natural hair care. When I was growing up in India, castor plant was just another roadside plant. It didn’t get any admiration. Although it was used for hair, but then the most […]
Continue readingYogurt and Honey Hair Mask: Get Super Soft and Shiny Hair
When your hair is dry and frizzy, it needs a special something. And that special something is — moisture. Yes, lots of moisture for your unruly hair. A well-hydrated hair looks softer, smoother and without a doubt stunning. You don’t need to do anything fancy to moisturise your hair. As simple as spraying […]
Continue readingTop 3 Homemade Hair Masks for Dry, Damaged Hair
Is your hair dry, dull and lifeless? And you so long for soft, smooth, silky tresses? Before I tell you amazing ideas to transform your hair, here’s a little on why your hair is dry and sad… Dry hair occurs when your hair lacks moisture. In healthy conditions, our hair has a moisture content […]
Continue readingGreen Tea for Hair: Stimulates Growth + Gives it Glorious Shine
Green Tea is Fab for your Hair. My parents visited Darjeeling some time ago, and they brought me a few bags of green tea. Since then it has just been sitting in my cupboard as I simply dislike the taste of green tea. So I have thought of putting it to another good use […]
Continue readingDIY Sage Hair Mist: Moisturize & Shine
If you are looking for a natural way to moisturise your hair, try Sage Hair Mist. This lightweight, all natural, leave-in hair spray will restore lost moisture. Sage also works to give the hair softness and an incredible shine, both things that dull, dry hair is lacking. Besides, sage leaves are loaded with antioxidants and […]
Continue readingHow to do a Henna Gloss: Make your Hair Shiny Instantly
Do you want incredible shine and tint from henna? But without too much fuss – do a henna gloss. You do use henna for henna gloss, but it’s used in lesser quantities than you would use in a traditional henna. Gloss refers to the conditioning and moisturising ingredients such as yogurt, egg, coconut milk […]
Continue readingWhy Use A Wooden Comb: Top 6 Hair Benefits
I use a wooden comb for my hair. A must have for me! A few days back, I lost my wood comb and had to use a plastic one. And my hair didn’t really like it. It was static-ky afterwards. And since I am used to the feel of wood on my scalp, the […]
Continue readingHow to Make Brahmi-Amla Hair Oil: Promotes Growth, Conditions Hair
Brahmi-Amla hair oil is a multivitamin for your hair. It has a long standing reputation for promoting luxurious hair growth. As the name suggests this hair oil is made using ayurvedic herbs – ‘Brahmi and Amla’. Both these herbs are superb hair tonics – they nourish and condition hair, improve growth, alleviate dandruff, and […]
Continue readingDIY Rosewater & Glycerin Spray: For Soft Hair and Glowing Skin
Rosewater and glycerine spray is a wonderful light moisturiser – you can spray it on your hair, your face and even all over your body, every day, to refresh and rehydrate. It also works great as a makeup setting spray or as a skin soothing spray. You’ll love that this spray is simple to make […]
Continue reading10 Best Natural Shampoos: For Strong, Healthy & Shiny Hair
One of the best things I have done for my hair is to switch to homemade shampoo. It took me some time to figure out what works for my hair, but the effort was all worth it. And now my dandruff is gone, I have fewer hair falling out, and my hair have never […]
Continue readingAll-Natural Detangling & Moisturising Hair Spray
Detangling can be quite a task, especially for those with curly and long hair. Most store-bought detangling sprays contain a lot of junk. And may still not work. So if you are looking for a detangler, minus the nasty ingredients, then try this homemade detangling spray. It’s simple to make and contains just two […]
Continue readingTop 5 Herbs For Dry Hair
Is your hair dry, coarse, curly? And do you find it difficult to tame those unruly strands? Whatever the reason may be – washing too often, using harsh soap and heated styling tools, excessive chemical treatments, or genetic (blame your parents :-)) – dry hair basically lacks moisture. Although hair is mostly protein, moisture […]
Continue reading3 Ways To Clean Your Hair Without Sham-poo
It’s okay to not shampoo. As there are many other fabulous ways to clean your head. Shampoos didn’t exists until 1930s. In India, and many other countries, shampoo became popular only a couple of decades ago. And before its advent people didn’t roam the streets with dirty heads. Rather, they had already identified how […]
Continue readingHomemade Egg Shampoo: Cleans & Strengthens Your Hair
As a child, I was fascinated by Halo Egg Shampoo advert, in which a lady in a yellow dress would flaunt her black, shiny and bouncy hair. The promise of egg protein was hard to forget. Although, I can’t remember if we ever bought it. The egg is a very good hair cleanser. Hard […]
Continue readingHow to make a leave-in conditioner: Smooth, Detangle & Shine
Is your hair dry, coarse, frizzy, tangled or unruly? In healthy conditions, hair’s moisture content is about 10 to 12% moisture. People with dry, coarse hair find it difficult to retain moisture into their hair. When the hair dries, it all evaporates out, leaving the hair in a dry, tangled mess. This all-natural, handmade […]
Continue readingRosemary Hair Rinse: Darkens Hair, Stimulates Growth
Rosemary is one of the most beneficial herbs for your hair. I have been using rosemary hair rinse for about 3 months now. I am not sure if it has changed the colour of my hair – I henna dye every month – but it surely has changed the colour of my white tumbler (which […]
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