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QuestionHow do you make a good homemade conditioner?Lorena Barcal is a Clinical Herbalist, Clean Beauty Specialist, and Writer for IslandBeauty.co, a blog dedicated to sharing the benefits of using all-natural beauty products and recipes created by herbalists. Lorena specializes in studying and developing natural alternatives for beauty products. After finishing her herbal studies, Lorena managed an herbal lab in Barcelona developing natural beauty products. As a writer for IslandBeauty.co, she shares knowledge and insights to promote the natural beauty industry.Add in some rosemary essential oil! This ingredient is very anti-inflammatory and may help your scalp heal.
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QuestionDoes it matter what kind of vinegar I use?Community AnswerYes. Apple cider vinegar, with "the mother", has all the nutrients needed and balances the pH in your hair.
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QuestionCan I blend coffee, apple cider vinegar, and coconut oil to make a hair darkening conditioner?Community AnswerYes you can, but it will make your hair smell like caffeine. It should also be noted that it will likely come out in one wash.
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QuestionDo I have to warm coconut or olive oil before I use it?Community AnswerOlive oil no. Coconut oil, somewhat: you can dunk the jar in some warm water for it to soften up.
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QuestionHow do I use the banana for my hair?Community AnswerFirst, you mash up banana. Then add a teaspoon of milk to the mashed banana. Stir and apply to hair. Keep it on your hair for 30 minutes while covered.
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QuestionCan aloe vera be used as a base?Community AnswerAloe vera can be used as a base. Aloe vera moisturizes your hair and keeps it moisturized.
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QuestionCould I use Crisco shortening?Community AnswerYou could, but it won't contain some of the nutrients found in coconut or olive oil.
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QuestionDo I need to refrigerate any conditioner made with milk, yogurt, banana or anything else that will go bad if left out?Community AnswerYes. These mixtures do not have any preservative in them, so they need to be refrigerated.
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QuestionCan I use different types of yogurt?Community AnswerYogurt without fruit chunks or vanilla beans in it can be used, but Greek yogurt and plain yogurt are best.
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QuestionWill masks like banana attract bugs?Community AnswerYes. Use a plastic shower cap over your hair while you leave the conditioner in to minimize bugs. Rinse well afterward and make sure to immediately refrigerate the extra conditioner.
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QuestionHow long do homemade conditioners and shampoos last without the chemical preservatives that are added in commercial products?Community AnswerThe ones with food in them (like mayonnaise and banana) should be refrigerated and used within a week. It is better to stock up on the ingredients and mix up a new batch frequently instead of trying to store homemade mixes for a long time.
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QuestionWe have very hard water. Is it better to use bottled water?IdabelleCommunity AnswerIf the water is so hard that you think it will mess with the conditioner recipe, then yes, you should use bottled water. You might also like to look into improving the hard water with additives, talk to your local plumber or hardware store.
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