DIY HIBISCUS RECIPES FOR BOOSTING HAIR GROWTH, CONTROLLING BREAKAGE AND PROMOTING HEALTHY, SMOOTH AND SHINY HAIR
The amino acids naturally found in hibiscus flowers help to promote hair growth as well as nourish the hair. These amino acids help to produce a special type of structural protein called keratin, which is the building block of hair. Keratin binds the hair, making it strong and less prone to breakage. It also promotes the overall thickness of the hair strands and makes the hair healthy and more manageable.
In addition to consuming My Natural Beauty’s Hibiscus Tea as a delicious beautifying tea, you can also use My Natural Beauty’s Hibiscus Tea in many DIY Hair and Beauty recipes. Please see below for some simple recipes and ideas.
DIY Hibiscus Hair Growth Oil
Hibiscus Hair Oil can be made in many ways. You can use any oil of your choice. It may be something you have at home or one of these suggested hair growth promoting oils (or choose than one oil!):
The measurements are flexible and can be to your individual desire. As a general guide 1 part dried Hibiscus leaves to 3 parts carrier oil is suitable. For example, you can use 1/4 cup of dried Hibiscus to ¾ cup of your chosen oil/s. If making a batch of Hibiscus Oil to use for several applications you may increase the amount and put in a bottle for ease of use. You can increase the proportions if you like. The more Hibiscus you add, the stronger the Hibiscus will be. Just ensure you completely cover the Hibiscus with oil.
Quick Method- Using gentle heat:
- Using a mortar and pestle, grind the dried Hibiscus . This step can be skipped if you prefer to use the dried Hibiscus as is.
- In a heavy bottom pot or double boiler, warm the dried hibiscus in an oil of your choice for 2-3 minutes. If you are using an oil that should not be exposed to high heat, you can very slowly warm this mixture on a low heat. If your chosen oil is heat sensitive and will lose its properties if heated you may wish to use the slow (no heat at all) method below.
- Allow to cool and strain.
Slow Method- Infusion:
- The slow method is great when you have some time to allow your chosen oil to sit and infuse without the use of heat. This is a good method for oils that are sensitive to heat or where you would like your oil to just slowly infuse without needing to do the heating method.
- You simply mix your dried Hibiscus (ground or as is) and chosen oil together in a suitable container (such as a glass jar). Cap the jar tightly and shake well. Ensure the Hibiscus is covered in oil.
- Allow to sit in a warm sunny place to infuse (such as a window sill). Shake once or more per day. If your chosen oil’s storage suggestions recommend you keep your oil out of direct sunlight, then you should sit this oil to infuse in a cool dark place instead. You may wish to leave it to infuse longer if it is infusing in a dark place as opposed to a sunny place.
- Leave for at least a few days. Ideally 2 to 3 weeks.
- Strain using a cheesecloth or mesh strainer and pour into a bottle.
- Store in a cool, dark place. You may wish to add up to 1% Vitamin E Oil to extend the shelf life of your oil.
How to use your Hibiscus Oil
Use as a hot oil treatment.
- Massage the warm oil into the scalp and through the lengths of your hair.
- Wrap and leave for 30 minutes.
- Rinse, shampoo and condition as usual
Use as a Pre-Shampoo Oil Treatment
- Massage the oil well into the scalp and through the lengths of your hair.
- Wrap and leave for 30 minutes.
- Rinse, shampoo and condition as usual
Use as a leave-in hair oil to promote hair growth, add shine, smooth flyaways, nourish the hair and seal in moisture.
- Apply a few drops of the oil to fingertips and massage into the scalp regularly to promote hair growth.
- To add shine, smooth flyaways, nourish the hair and seal in moisture simply apply a few drops to palms, rub your hands together and lightly apply to the mid lengths and ends of the hair.
Hibiscus Yoghurt Hair Mask
To strengthen the hair, you may wish to use this hibiscus and yogurt mask weekly. Here are the recommended instructions:
- Thoroughly combine about 4 tbsp. of My Natural Beauty’s Hibiscus Tea with about 8 tbsp. yogurt. OPTIONAL- Roughly chopping the Hibiscus Tea up prior to mixing in is recommended. Chopping with scissors or crushing up a little can make it easier to evenly mix the Hibiscus into the yoghurt. You could also grind the Hibiscus using a mortar and pestle.
- Gently apply the hibiscus and yogurt mixture to your hair and scalp.
- Leave in place for about 30 minutes.
- Rinse, shampoo and condition.
Hibiscus Anti-Dandruff Hair Mask
Practitioners of herbal remedies suggest a weekly anti-dandruff hair mask made with hibiscus and fenugreek:
- Thoroughly combine about 3 tbsp. ground dried hibiscus with about 1 tbsp. powdered fenugreek seeds and about 1/4 cup buttermilk.
- Gently apply the mixture to your hair and scalp.
- Leave in place for about 1 hour.
- Rinse, shampoo and condition.
Hibiscus and Aloe Vera Hair Treatment
The gel-like consistency of this treatment covers the hair to reduce frizz, provide a healthy sheen, and make it manageable. The gel of aloe vera is high in nutrients and water. It gives the scalp a pleasant and cooling sensation. Aloe helps Hibiscus to penetrate deeper into the hair by providing important nutrients. It can help to reduce dandruff and make hair shinier and easier to manage.
Ingredients:
Equal parts of;
- Aloe Vera Gel (fresh from the Aloe Vera plant or a 99% or more Vera Gel such as Aloe Vera Gel- 99% PURE ALOE VERA)
- My Natural Beauty Hibiscus Tea
NOTE- No measurements are given as you can make how much you think you need to apply to your hair. You can make extra and store it in the fridge (how long you store it for will depend on if your Aloe Vera Gel has some preservative in it such as the 99% Pure Aloe Vera Gel. You can keep this refrigerated when mixed with the Hibiscus for approximately 2 weeks. If it is fresh Aloe Vera from the plant use within 1 week. You can also freeze small portions of this treatment to use later.)
How to make:
- Combine equal parts of dried Hibiscus and Aloe Vera Gel. Blend using a hand immersion stick blender or blender.
- After shampooing the hair, apply this mixture to your hair and scalp.
- Cover and leave in for 30 minutes.
- Rinse well.
Hibiscus Hair Paste for Hair Loss
Hibiscus is used as a natural treatment for hair loss. Making a simple paste is a good way to apply it to your scalp.
Ingredients:
- Hibiscus (dried)- 4 tbsp
- Water
Directions:
- 4 tbsp of dried hibiscus should be ground into a paste. Add a little water to form a smooth paste at your desired consistency.
- Massage the paste into the affected areas of the scalp and hair and leave on for 1 hour.
- Wash your hair as usual and repeat the process twice a week to encourage hair development.
Hibiscus and Egg hair treatment
Ingredients:
- My Natural Beauty’s Hibiscus Tea (enough to make 2 tablespoons of powder)
- 2 egg whites
METHOD:
- Make the Dried Hibiscus into a powder using a mortar and pestle or in a food processor.
- Mix 2 egg whites with 2 tablespoons hibiscus powder until you get an even, fine paste.
- Massage the paste into your hair and scalp.
- After 20 minutes rinse and shampoo and condition.
To view My Natural Beauty's Hibiscus Tea (100% Pure Dried Hibiscus) that we use in these recipes, please click here.
CAUTION – If you have light hair e.g. blonde to light brown, using Hibiscus in your hair can darken your hair. Always do a test strand prior to use and avoid using too frequently if your hair is light. Use your discretion to determine if this is right for your hair and which method / strength works best for your hair.
Due to the fact hibiscus can stain, you might want to cover your workspace and wear clothes you don’t mind getting stained when making the oil.
We are not dermatologists or doctors. We provide this information for general informational purposes and ideas only so please consult with a professional before you apply anything new to your skin or hair and do your own research to ensure it will suit you. Should you be taking medication, treatments or creams from a medical professional please do not replace that with DIY recipes without consulting your medical professional first! If you are allergic to any of the ingredients do not use them. Do a small patch test on the inside of your arm when trying anything new and wait 48hrs before applying it all over your hair/skin to ensure you are not allergic to the product.
