by Sabrina Perkins Marshmallow root sounds funny and most would immediately think of the fluffy white sweet treat that many of us have had during a campfire. Marshmallow root or Althea officinalis is a polycrest herb and is also known as a white mallow herb. It’s an African plant with short roundish leaves and small pale flowers. It’s been around…
by Sabrina Perkins Don’t worry, there isn’t a battle of the clays going on. There is just the need to clarify (pun intended) the differences and the similarities of the two highly popular and highly nutrient-rich clays. They are being used for hair, face and body but is one better than the other? Does one work better in your hair…
by West of ConfessionsOfABlogVixen PRODUCT DEETS via Keravada.com— “Get ready for the Eastern hair experience! KERAVADA 4 IN 1 CONDITIONER contains powerful ayurveda ingredients that will leave your hair fresh, detangled, and oh so soft to the touch. Our super-low lather formula will leave your hair squeaky clean without stripping your tresses of much-needed moisture. KERAVADA 4 IN 1 CONDITIONER…
by Shelli of Hairscapades A few months ago, when I was replenishing my henna, indigo and zizyphus stash from Mehandi.com, I decided to order some cassia from too. I’d been wanting to try it for a while as an interim treatment between hennas, because it is supposed to have many of the same conditioning benefits sans the time-consuming and…
Tina writes: Becoming a mixtress can be really enticing and exciting especially if on a budget. The truth is, cleansing is an essential part of a regimen to remove product build-up but using shampoo can strip the moisture we already struggle to retain. So try making a mud wash that clarifies while leaving your hair conditioned and moisturized throughout. Check…
A’YOUR’VEDA customizing ayurvedic treatments into a natural hair care routine by Sharika of Butters-n-Bars Sure you’ve heard the basics of Vata, Pitta, Kapha and perhaps you’ve even heard of some of the herbs or oils that are considered to be part of the holistic approach to hair care, but did you know that ayurveda can help prevent hair loss, breakage,…
via TheBeautyBrains Fitz asks…Is mira hair oil really worth a try? The Right Brain responds: Before we answer your question, we have a question of our own: What the heck is mira oil?? What is mira oil? It turns out that this oil has been used in India for centuries. Apparently it’s a blend of several natural plant oils. While…
by Susan Johnston via NaturallyCurly According to Ayurvedic medicine, a form of alternative medicine that originated in India 5000 years ago, keeping the head cool can prevent hair woes like graying or balding. Ayurveda also suggests specific herbs to promote hair growth and prevent problems. NaturallyCurly.com talked to Nicole Hinterstocker, an Ayurvedic practitioner and owner of Ajara Ayurvedic Beauty, for…
by Elle of Party Over Hair I’ve recently been thinking about trying to incorporate Ayurvedic treatments into my regimen for the Fall, so I’ve been doing a lot of research on the subject. One of the first things that threw me off about Ayurvedic treatments was all the powders. If you had to ask me how to pronounce them, I…
via NaturallyCurly.com; Try a warm oil scalp massage two or three times a week to stimulate and moisturize the scalp. Use good-quality coconut, olive or almond oil, slightly warmed, and gently massage the oil into your scalp with the pads of your fingers. Leave on at least two hours, preferably overnight, then shampoo the oil from your hair. You can…
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