B003YL4KS0 EBOK by Lorraine Massey, Michele Bender
Authors: Lorraine Massey, Michele Bender
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Rinse well. Cleanse and/or condition, then style.
LAVENDER-IT-WITH-LOVE SPRAY
Lavender has cleansing properties, so this spray can cleanse and deodorize the hair and scalp. (The word
lavender
comes from the French word
laver,
which means to clean or wash.) It not only makes your hair smell like a Provençal lavender field, but it’s also indispensable for cleansing and reviving your curls. Make it in large quantities, and then keep some in a big spray bottle in your shower and in smaller travel-sized bottles in your purse, desk, and car for spritz on the go. Spray bottles are available at most drugstores and essential oils are available at most health food stores.
2 quarts water
5 drops pure (not synthetic) lavender essential oil
1. Fill a large pot with the water.
2. Cover the pot, bring the water to a boil on high heat, then turn the heat down to low and simmer for 1 hour to get rid of impurities. (Check occasionally to make sure the water isn’t boiling away.)
3. Remove the water from the heat, add the lavender oil, stir to blend, and replace the lid.
4. Let the lavender water steep until cool, then pour it into spray bottles.
5. Store extra lavender spray in a cool place.
MULTITASK WITH LAVENDER SPRAY
Lavender spray makes a wonderful gift for friends, whether they are curly girls or not. Once you get hooked on the spray, you’ll find lots of other uses for it. Some of my clients have told me that their husbands sprayed it on them in the delivery room, because lavender is known to have a calming effect. You can also:
• Use it as a room and car deodorizer.
• Spray it on bed linens to help you drift off to sleep.
• Spray it on clothes in the dryer to add a fresh scent.
• Use it to refresh your hair, face, and clothes after cooking or barbecuing.
• Keep it in your air travel bag so you can spritz on the plane.
SCRUB-ME-THE-RIGHT-WAY EXFOLIATING CLEANSER
We know that exfoliating is good for improving the condition of your skin. Since your scalp is also skin, an exfoliating treatment once a week will slough off dead skin cells or conditioner buildup, and relieve any itchiness. But don’t confuse dandruff with dry scalp. Or worse, don’t fall off the no-poo wagon and use a dandruff shampoo that contains harsh detergents. Instead, try this scrub when your scalp feels drier than usual, like during the winter months. Quinoa is a grain available at health food stores.
1 tablespoon brown sugar or uncooked quinoa
3 tablespoons conditioner
1. Mix together the brown sugar or quinoa and the conditioner, and stir to create a thick paste.
2. Wet your hair in the shower, then put the paste on your fingertips. Starting at the nape of your neck and moving upward, gently massage the paste on your scalp in a circular motion. Linger on any spots that seem tense or itchy.
3. Rinse your hair thoroughly, then condition and style.
Makes scalp scrub for 1 session
WRAPUNZEL
Inspired by the Mayans, this rich avocado hair treat will nourish and moisturize dry ends. Jojoba oil and agave can be found at most health food stores.
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Poetry in Potions: Wrapunzel (0:40)
1 ripe avocado, peeled and cored
3 to 4 teaspoons honey or agave syrup
8 to 10 drops olive oil or jojoba oil
1. Put the avocado, honey, and oil in a blender. Blend briefly until combined.
2. Apply the avocado mixture to your wet hair, especially targeting the ends.
3. Wrap your hair with clear plastic wrap or a towel, making a turban. Leave on for 20 to 30 minutes.
4. Rinse your hair thoroughly, cleanse and/or condition, then style.
LEMON AID
This moisturizing and neutralizing tonic will remove chlorine and protect hair in hard water regions. It’s especially good for very dry or damaged locks.
Combine the juice of 1 large lemon with your usual amount of conditioner. Apply the lemon-conditioner mixture to wet hair, then rinse.
COOL CURLS ARE
LAVENDER-IT-WITH-LOVE SPRAY
Lavender has cleansing properties, so this spray can cleanse and deodorize the hair and scalp. (The word
lavender
comes from the French word
laver,
which means to clean or wash.) It not only makes your hair smell like a Provençal lavender field, but it’s also indispensable for cleansing and reviving your curls. Make it in large quantities, and then keep some in a big spray bottle in your shower and in smaller travel-sized bottles in your purse, desk, and car for spritz on the go. Spray bottles are available at most drugstores and essential oils are available at most health food stores.
2 quarts water
5 drops pure (not synthetic) lavender essential oil
1. Fill a large pot with the water.
2. Cover the pot, bring the water to a boil on high heat, then turn the heat down to low and simmer for 1 hour to get rid of impurities. (Check occasionally to make sure the water isn’t boiling away.)
3. Remove the water from the heat, add the lavender oil, stir to blend, and replace the lid.
4. Let the lavender water steep until cool, then pour it into spray bottles.
5. Store extra lavender spray in a cool place.
MULTITASK WITH LAVENDER SPRAY
Lavender spray makes a wonderful gift for friends, whether they are curly girls or not. Once you get hooked on the spray, you’ll find lots of other uses for it. Some of my clients have told me that their husbands sprayed it on them in the delivery room, because lavender is known to have a calming effect. You can also:
• Use it as a room and car deodorizer.
• Spray it on bed linens to help you drift off to sleep.
• Spray it on clothes in the dryer to add a fresh scent.
• Use it to refresh your hair, face, and clothes after cooking or barbecuing.
• Keep it in your air travel bag so you can spritz on the plane.
SCRUB-ME-THE-RIGHT-WAY EXFOLIATING CLEANSER
We know that exfoliating is good for improving the condition of your skin. Since your scalp is also skin, an exfoliating treatment once a week will slough off dead skin cells or conditioner buildup, and relieve any itchiness. But don’t confuse dandruff with dry scalp. Or worse, don’t fall off the no-poo wagon and use a dandruff shampoo that contains harsh detergents. Instead, try this scrub when your scalp feels drier than usual, like during the winter months. Quinoa is a grain available at health food stores.
1 tablespoon brown sugar or uncooked quinoa
3 tablespoons conditioner
1. Mix together the brown sugar or quinoa and the conditioner, and stir to create a thick paste.
2. Wet your hair in the shower, then put the paste on your fingertips. Starting at the nape of your neck and moving upward, gently massage the paste on your scalp in a circular motion. Linger on any spots that seem tense or itchy.
3. Rinse your hair thoroughly, then condition and style.
Makes scalp scrub for 1 session
WRAPUNZEL
Inspired by the Mayans, this rich avocado hair treat will nourish and moisturize dry ends. Jojoba oil and agave can be found at most health food stores.
There is video here that your device does not support.
Poetry in Potions: Wrapunzel (0:40)
1 ripe avocado, peeled and cored
3 to 4 teaspoons honey or agave syrup
8 to 10 drops olive oil or jojoba oil
1. Put the avocado, honey, and oil in a blender. Blend briefly until combined.
2. Apply the avocado mixture to your wet hair, especially targeting the ends.
3. Wrap your hair with clear plastic wrap or a towel, making a turban. Leave on for 20 to 30 minutes.
4. Rinse your hair thoroughly, cleanse and/or condition, then style.
LEMON AID
This moisturizing and neutralizing tonic will remove chlorine and protect hair in hard water regions. It’s especially good for very dry or damaged locks.
Combine the juice of 1 large lemon with your usual amount of conditioner. Apply the lemon-conditioner mixture to wet hair, then rinse.
COOL CURLS ARE
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