Rosemary Hair Treatment
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fidelity. The soul must see through these eyes alone, and if they are dim, the whole world is clouded. ~Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
Use this rinse to darken, condition and tone hair.
Hot Method:Fill a jar with fresh rosemary and cover with sunflower or almond oil. Place the jar up to the neck in a saucepan of water and bring to a medium temperature. Simmer for up to three hours. Strain through filter paper or cloth into a brown glass bottle.Cold Method:Follow the instructions above, except that the oil should be placed on a sunny windowsill for up to three weeks instead of heated. The process can be repeated with the strained oil infusion and a fresh supply of herbs to make a stronger oil.To Use:Work the oil into the hair, then cover with plastic wrap and a warm towel. Relax in a warm place with a good book for 30 minutes to an hour, then shampoo.For External Use Only!Mary Ann Perry and Jackie Carroll are editors of The Camomile Times, a wonderful herbal newsletter and ezine. To subscribe visit The Chamomile Times Website
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