a body-mind approach to chronic illness
I’m Rodger Douglas and I treat fibromyalgia with homeopathy. I use a body mind approach that revolves around simple and healthy living.
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homemade hair care
clay shampoo
Clay is charged with negative ions, so when combined with water and applied to skin or hair draws out all positively charged toxins and impurities. Clay is also full of minerals that nourish the hair and scalp.
types of clay
Bentonite clay is rich in calcium, magnesium, iron which are great for your hair’s growth and development.
Kaolin clay has the ability to soothe an inflamed scalp. It is best suited for dry hair.
Rhassoul clay acts as an exfoliator unblocking the scalp’s pores by removing dead cells from it. It has an ability to draw dirt and excess oil from the hair and scalp. In addition, it helps with scalp conditions such as dandruff.
French green clay is rich in minerals that nourish the hair. It works best with oily hair as it has strong absorptive properties.
Fullers earth has amazing oil absorbance properties, which make it the perfect choice for oily hair.
Australian pink clay helps in restoring moisture and balance of your hair and scalp. It also smoothens the hair’s texture.
ingredients
3 heaped spoons of clay
½ cup warm water
Combine all the ingredients in a glass, plastic or ceramic bowl. Don’t use a metallic bowl or spoon because it will react with the clay. Make sure the paste is not too runny and not too think.
Massage the paste thoroughly into your wet hair and let it sit for 3-5 minutes, then wash out.
Thoroughly rinse off the clay with warm water.
Rice bran shampoo
This shampoo is cleanser and conditioner in one, used on beautiful Japanese hair for centuries.
Actions: Cleanses, Moisturizes
Indications: All hair types
Use as needed
Ingredients:
Fresh pure rice bran
Fill a cotton or silk bag, soak in warm water, then massage scalp and hair gently with the bag, remoistening it as necessary. Rinse.
The Japanese way of beauty : natural beauty and health secrets
by Leigh, Michelle D
shampoo bar
Shampoo bar recipes require a bit more effort to make than liquid shampoo recipes, but they are fun to use and great for traveling. Here is a lye-free recipe.
1 cup castile melt-and-pour soap
1 tsp. castor oil
½ tsp. black molasses
1 soap mold
Molasses acts as a natural deep conditioner and makes hair silky and smooth. Molasses has a thick and sticky composition so you’ll need to dilute it with oil. The rich sources of amino acids, beneficial bacteria, zinc, and enzymes naturally nourish the scalp and hair.
Cut the melt-and-pour soap base into small cubes and add to a double boiler on low heat. The water should be simmering, not boiling.
Stir continuously until soap base is melted and then add the oil and molasses. Mix well.
Take the bowl off the heat and wait a few minutes until slightly cooled. Pour into mold and let sit for 24 hours.
clay shampoo
Clay is charged with negative ions, so when combined with water and applied to skin or hair it draws out positively charged toxins and impurities. Clay is also full of minerals that nourish the hair and scalp.
ingredients
3 spoons of clay
½ cup warm water
Combine all the ingredients in a glass, plastic or ceramic bowl. Don’t use a metallic bowl or spoon because it will react with the clay. Make sure the paste is not too runny and not too think.
Massage the paste thoroughly into your wet hair and let it sit for 3-5 minutes, then thoroughly rinse off the clay with warm water.
dry shampoo
Making dry shampoo is super complicated. All you need is some clean salt and pepper shaker bottles, and you’re away!
BLONDE
45 g (1½ oz/1/3 cup) tapioca or arrowroot flour (see note)
1 teaspoon ground ginger
REDHEAD
45 g (1½ oz/1/3 cup) tapioca or arrowroot flour
1–2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
BRUNETTE
45 g (1½ oz/1/3 cup) tapioca or arrowroot flour
1–3 teaspoons cacao powder
Mix in a small bowl and transfer to a shaker bottle.
To use: Keep your hair dry and then after your shower – so that it won’t mess up your clothes – bend forward, turning your head upside down, and dust all around the roots, then give your head a good scratch to disperse it fully. Repeat if needed.
Note: Arrowroot flour can contain E220, a preservative that can cause breathing difficulties, hives and other allergic reactions, so check the label.
Excerpt from Low Tox Life by Alexx Stuart