Simple 'no-poo' Shampoo and Conditioner

There's many ways to get creative and make our own personal care products using household items, and it's the absolutely best way if you prioritise earth-friendly living! Here is a simple recipe for 'no-poo' Shampoo and Conditioner that you can very easily make yourself, the recipe makes enough for 1 person for one wash. 

Ingredients/Equipment:

• 1 Tbsp Bicarbonate of Soda
• 1 Tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
• Sprig of fresh or dried Rosemary
• Water
• 2 small jars

Method: 

Make a rosemary tea with the rosemary and boiling water. In the first jar, add the bicarb soda and rosemary tea to fill the jar, and then in the other jar add the apple cider vinegar and enough water to fill the jar.

Use: 

In the shower, rinse bicarb solution through wet hair and massage. Rinse thoroughly with water before pouring apple cider vinegar over hair afterwards. Massage and let sit for 1 minute. Rinse thoroughly with water. Squeaky clean hair! 

Note - this recipe may not suit all hair types, but if it works for you it's not just the most eco friendly but also affordable shampoo & conditioner combo. Should you not get the desired result with this recipe, click here to check out our awesome earth-friendly hair care products.

Recipe provided by Caitlin Weatherstone (B. App.Sc; M. App.Sc) of Life Wild Australia / @lifewildau