Olive Oil and Multani Clay -a
great combination for hair.
Multani Clay* (Fullers Earth) is great for drawing dead
cells and excess oils from the skin. It also stimulates circulation to the
skin. It absorbs bacteria, toxins and reduces water loss. The skin is
then rejuvenated and becomes smooth, soft and supple. An aged method for
controlling excess oil in the scalp. Wash hair and impurities are removed but
the hair still retains its natural moisturizers; thus hair is left soft and
radiant.Multani Clay Powder (Fullers Earth)has also been used as a natural treatment for acne and even to alleviate the pain of arthritis. It can be used as a face mask or full body mask (10-15 minutes). The only caution is that the multani clay not be left on the skin for an excessive amount of time because it could cause over drying.
Multani
Clay Powder (Fullers Earth) and
Olive Oil Recipes for Hair
Damaged
or Dull Hair Treatment: Moisten
hair with warm water. Massage generous amount of natural oil into hair (refined
sesame or apricot, shea nut oil, olive
oil, etc.) Cover hair with plastic shower cap (or plastic wrap like “Saran”
wrap) and a towel. Leave on for a minimum of one hour.Next: apply a muddy paste of Multani Clay Powder (Fullers Earth) mixed w/water to hair and scalp. Leave on for 30 minutes. Using warm water, completely rinse the mud from hair and scalp.
Shampoo with a mild shampoo (Imbue or So Natural shampoo from Saba Botanical). Apply a small amount of refined oil (except olive oil due to scent) to damp, towel dried hair and scalp. Comb through with a wide tooth comb. Let your hair dry naturally.
Split End Olive Oil Treatment:
Massage hair and scalp with olive oil. After 2 hours, steam hair for 30 minutes (wrap a towel dipped in hot water around head, avoiding face). Wash hair using a mix of Multani Clay Powder (Fullers Earth) and whole milk (use buttermilk for oily hair). Let dry naturally (olive oil will be absorbed. The next day, shampoo hair with a mild shampoo (Imbue or So Natural shampoo from Saba Botanical).Super Quick Dry Shampoo:
Divide hair into sections and fluff a little Multani Clay Powder through each section. Rub in well and leave on for 10 minutes. Brush out thoroughly with a clean brush. The Multani Clay will absorb most of the oil and dirt from hair. (Can be done if it’s inconvenient to do traditional shampoo).* Multani Clay is also known as: Multani Mitti and Fullers Earth.
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*Even though our herbal ingredients have been used in natural medicine for centuries, we must add the following disclaimer: The herbs, formulas, and recipes contained within this web site are not to be considered substitutes for proper medical and health care. As with any other medicine, if you are sick, you should consult a physician to find out if the herbal preparations listed here are right for you. Saba Botanical does not make any medical claims nor warranties regarding the use of the products listed on this site. No matter how natural a product is, it may have a potential of causing side effects and allergic reaction on certain individuals. You should consult your physician before taking any medication.
