How to make Homemade Shampoo with Okras (aka gumbo or lady fingers) and Essential Oils

USES & BENEFITS: 

• To wash and condition your hair and scalp as frequently as necessary
• To strengthen the hair and roots and grow the hair (thanks to Niacin and Vitamin C among other nutrients found in okras)
• To add bounce and volume to your hair (thanks to the mucilage in okras)
• To take Naturopathic Control by avoiding carcinogens and other toxins in commercial alternatives

YOU WILL NEED:

• 6 fresh young okras / gumbo / lady fingers (approx 4 inches)
• 2.5 cups Water
• Essential oils (for your hair & scalp needs. Choose oils)
• Pot, Bowl, Strainer and Spoon that are NOT copper, brass, iron, or tin

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Remove the stalks
2. Cut each okra vertically / cross sectionally into thin slices
3. Boil the okras and water for about 15 minutes on a medium heat. In time, the brew should become slimy and slightly brown
4. Cool the brew
5. Strain the brew to separate the liquid from the fiber. The liquid is the base for your shampoo. You may either eat or throw away the remaining fiber.
6. Add the essential oil (which oil is good for you?)
7. Apply the shampoo to wet hair.
8. Massage it in very well (to increase blood circulation)
9. Rinse to remove the shampoo and dirt

OBSERVATIONS:

• The lather was not foamy like commercial shampoos (since the synthetic foaming agents are not included in this all natural recipe). Instead, the lather feels slippery. Once applied and massaged into hair, it builds body. 
• After its use, our hair and scalp feel clean. There is no lingering smell and no build up. (Miss C and friend)

OTHER HOMEMADE SHAMPOO RECIPES :

• Aloe vera homemade natural shampoo
• Castille Soap and Essential Oil homemade natural shampoo
• Essential Oils solutions for homemade natural shampoo. Customize your shampoo as a solution to your personal hair and scalp needs.
• Natural homemade Hair Clarifier
• Natural homemade AntiDandruff