Herbal Detangler Spray

Herbal Detangler Spray

Need an easy solution for combing through those unruly tangles? This recipe is infused with the amazing properties of Marshmallow Root.

Marshmallow Root is great for hair because it:

• Contains many mucilaginous compounds.
• Has a very slippery texture when made into an infusion.
• Softens the hair naturally.
• Promotes hair growth (due to its high content of plant proteins).
• Provides natural shine to dull hair follicles.
• Soothes dry scalp.
• Reduces itchy scalp.

Ingredients:

-1 1/4 cup distilled water
-1/4 cup dried marshmallow root (1/4 a cup of Marshmallow root is approximately 1/2 an ounce)
-1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
-1/2 tablespoon olive or jojoba oil
-Essential oils, optional

Method:

1. Combine marshmallow root and water in a small pot and simmer over medium low heat for 15-30 minutes to allow the mucilage to release. The longer you let it simmer the thicker the mixture will be.

2. Remove pot from heat and allow mixture to cool.

3. Strain through a fine mesh strainer, nylon, tea towel, or cheesecloth. Squeeze the strainer in order to extract all the goodness of the herb (you will now understand how ”Marshmallow” root got it’s name). Compost the herbs and reserve the liquid.

4. To the Marshmallow root infused water, add vinegar, oil, and essential oils if using.

5. Pour into a re-purposed detangler spray bottle. Re-label and use as you would commercially-prepared spray. Shake well prior to use.

Notes:

-This formula is not greasy at all. It is well absorbed by the hair and leaves it soft and manageable all day!

- Because of the added vinegar, this will keep for quite a while (a week or two on the counter and maybe longer — a month — in cold storage).

- Use peppermint, tea tree, rosemary, or eucalyptus essential oils as a lice deterrent.

- Simmer longer to increase thickness and use as a conditioner/leave in conditioner. 

- This recipe is also great for pets!

Original Source: Frugally Sustainable