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I’m continually searching for natural things which help with beauty. I’ve found some more natural hair treatments I’d like to pass along. So, if you are looking for a natural hair treatment to help you get strong, healthy hair, consider herbs. Some herbs have been used to treat dandruff, restore shine and help hair grow.

You have probably noticed that many shampoos and conditioners today use herbal additives. Herbs are a natural remedy that can offer solutions for dry, damaged hair and stimulate hair growth in some cases.

Herbs are all natural but it’s best to test a small amount of the herb on the inside of your wrist before treating your whole head or ingesting the herbs. It is possible to have an allergic reaction to some herbs. Wait a day or two after applying to your wrist, if there are no adverse reactions, you are good to go!

Which herbs help? Rosemary may help stimulate hair growth, fight dandruff and restore luster to your hair. Make rosemary by cooking the rosemary, discarding it and using the water as a rinse for your hair. Boil the water, add the rosemary leaves, reduce the heat and allow the leaves to simmer for 10-15 minutes. Again, discard the rosemary leaves, allow the water to cool (you can refrigerate it). Then pour the rosemary water over freshly shampooed hair and rinse with tepid water.

Horsetail is an herb which is a great source of sillica. Sillica will strengthen your hair at its core and help restore shine. Make your own horsetail shampoo at home by steeping 2-3 tablespoons of horsetail in 1/2 cup of hot water. Add the mixture to your and shampoo as usual.

Here are some other herbs for healthy hair. Just boil as with the rosemary above, and add to your normal shampoo.

• Aloe
• Birch
• Burdoch
• Chamomile
• Licorice
• Marigold
• Mulberries
• Parsley
• Sage

So, if you thought herbs were just for food, now you know better!

Heat and humidity can be tough on the hair, especially if your hair is dry and has been colored. Here are some tips which can help to prevent brittleness, split ends and faded color.

• Start the season off with healthy hair. Get a good cut now to remove any split ends. If your hair is dry, consider having a deep conditioning treatment. This will be a small but worth while investment.
• Stay conditioned by using moisturizing shampoos and conditioners several times per week to fight the dryness caused by the sun. Leave-in conditioners are good choices for days you know you will be hanging out at the beach or the pool.
• Be protective by selecting and using shampoos, creams and other products that contain sunscreens. Hats and bathing caps can also safeguard your hair.
• Skip the heat. In the summer season, when styling your hair, try to avoidthe use of blow dryers, hot rollers and curling irons as much as possible. If you must use one of these, apply a heat-activated styling product to guard against too much drying.
• Don’t be tight. Pulling your hair back, especially when wet, into tight ponytails on a regular basis causes breakage. Try looser styles using headbands and clips.
• Wash you hair after swimming. At the very least, rinse your hair after getting out of the pool. If you are a frequent swimmer, try an anti-chlorine shampoo.
• Put off coloring. Color treated hair often fades and dries quickly when exposed to direct sunlight. Consider waiting until Fall for your new color. Otherwise, wear hats or wraps and shop for shampoos and styling products containing vitamins such as A, C and E to protect colored hair.

Some of these things may seem simple. But, several simple things, if practiced regularly, can yield dramatic results! Enjoy your summer!

Most women desire beautiful hair. Some of us will spend a small fortune to get it whether on the latest and greatest shampoos and conditioners or styling products. However, you don’t have to spend a ton or have the fancy packaging and designer brands to have great hair. You may be surprised to know there are some great hair care products which can be found right in your own kitchen!

We all know there are natural masks we can use and doing so will keep our skin smooth, clean and blemish free. Of course treating ourselves to a facial on a regular basis is a good thing if the budget will allow it, and it gives us some much needed pampering because of the relaxed atmosphere. But, did you know you can also do a mask for your hair? Olive oil is a great ingredient for hair care because it effectively moisturizes the strands of hair much like a hot oil treatment. Combine the oil with eggs or honey, put on a shower cap and leave on for about fifteen minutes before rinsing. Personally, I used to use mayonnaise and hot towels. I smelled like a salad for awhile, but my hair was nice and soft after this treatment.

The most common culprit which makes hair look dull and lifeless is a residue of shampoo and styling products which never get rinsed out of the hair completely. Before you shampoo, run a cup of lemon juice or vinegar through your hair and leave it on for a few minutes. This helps to strip the hair of residual oils and products so that your shampoo can do it’s work properly. You can also use one of these rinses after shampooing for some extra shine to your tresses. Add some herbs to your rinse such as rosemary or nettle and your hair will smell great. If all of this sounds like too overwhelming and like too much work; come to Fantasia and try Hair Suport System which is natural and will also get all of the residues from products out of your hair and off your scalp and leave your hair smelling great!

Fruit and vegetables are great ingredients to use in your hair care, from cucumbers for oily hair, to avocados which will moisturize dry strands of hair. Peaches make a great natural treatment for normal hair, and, you can use the leftovers for a cleansing facial mask! Try mashing or blending these fruits and vegetables to a smooth texture and apply them to your freshly washed hair. Leave in for a few minutes and rinse thoroughly. You hair will shine, guaranteed!

Natural hair care recipes are great! However they can be messy and a lot of work. So, if you can afford it, treat yourself to a trip to the salon. If you do both, you will have the best hair in town!