An organic hair tonic

You may have noticed earlier comments surrounding the health risks associated with conventional cosmetic and personal hygiene products. These include a number of leading brand shampoos and hair treatments which continue to include clearly suspect ingredients like methylisothiazoline, dimethicone, and parabens. In addition to the quantities which can be absorbed through the skin during application, some of the residual traces left after rinsing will attach themselves to the drying hair follicle. Once again these may be absorbed into the system, particularly during exercise and physical activities when the body temperature rises and pores become increasingly active.

A significant number of medical health professionals will readily concede the value of removing toxins from our environment, food, and bodies where possible. They recommend elimination diets developed to cleanse the liver and reawaken the immune function required to prevent illness and degenerative disease conditions. The leading health resorts and rejuvenation clinics tend to implement a whole body approach which encompasses psychological wellbeing in addition to detailed care for previously neglected components including the eyes, teeth, nails, and hair.

This organic hair tonic is based on a traditional Swiss formulation. It contains safe and natural ingredients which rejuvenate the scalp and help to eliminate traces of residual chemical and environmental pollution from the hair follicles. Like most natural formulations, it should be freshly prepared and applied as soon as possible. It’s okay to store small quantities in the refrigerator for a day or two.

• 50 ml of organically certified cider vinegar
• 50 ml of strained nettle and rosemary extract (made by steeping approximately 100 grams of fresh organically grown herb in boiling water then allowing to sit for approximately 24 hours)
• Two drops of organic lemon or citrus oil
• Two drops of organic clove oil

Combine the basic ingredients and stir gently before massaging through the scalp and hair. Try to wait at least ten minutes before rinsing with warm water then finishing with cold. Your hair will be left feeling clean and rejuvenated.