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How to make aloe vera shampoo: • Bring the distilled water to a boil. Measure out 2 cups (475 milliliters) of distilled water. Pour the water into a pot. Place the pot on a stove burner over high heat. Bring the water to a rolling boil. If you're not using dried herbs, there is no need to boil the distilled water. You will mix the ingredients together as is. • Add the dried herbs of your choice. If you’re using any dried herbs in your shampoo, measure them out now. Remember, don’t use more than 2 ounces (56 grams) total. When the water begins to boil, carefully add the herbs to the pot. • Cover the pot and reduce the heat to low. After you add the dried herbs, put a lid on the pot. Reduce the heat to low. This will infuse the water with the herbs. Allow the herbs to steep in the simmering water for 15 to 20 minutes. • Remove the pot from heat and strain out the herbs. Turn off the burner and remove the lid from the pot. Be careful, since hot steam will probably rise up ...

How to make natural herbal oil: • Fill the jar. Fill a clean glass, lidded jar with your chosen herb. You should pack the herb relatively loosely in the jar. Fill the jar with your base oil. Make sure to cover all of the herbs with the oil. Leave half of an inch at the top of the jar. Cover the jar tightly. Pickling or preserving jars work very well for making your own herbal oil. Dried herbs work best because they do not contain water that can cause mold. If you don't use dried herbs, let them wilt for about 12 hours, then crush them with a mortar and pestle before putting in the oil. Choose an herb-based on how you intend to use the finished herbal oil. For example, you can use neem oil as a natural insecticide or dandruff treatment. • Allow the oil to set. Place the jar on a shelf where it gets plenty of sunlight during the day. Let the mixture sit for two weeks, mixing it by turning it upside down and then right side up twice a day. After two weeks, add one tablespo...

How to make infused carrot oil:  • Peel and grate the carrots. Wash two carrots and use a vegetable peeler to remove the skin. You can discard the peels. Grate the carrots against the narrow sides of a box grater to shred the carrots finely. If you don't have organic carrots, try to use homegrown carrots instead. • Place the grated carrots in a slow cooker with oil. Get out a small slow cooker that's between one and two quarts (0.9 to 1.9 liters) in size. Transfer the grated carrots into the slow cooker and pour enough oil to cover the carrots. You can use a neutral oil such as olive, coconut, sunflower, or untoasted sesame.For example, if you have a one-quart (0.9 liter) slow cooker, you'll probably need to use about 2 1/4 cups (540 ml) of oil. • Heat the oil on low for 24 to 72 hours. Put the lid on the slow cooker and turn it on to low. Leave the oil to infuse with the carrots for 24 to 72 hours. The oil should start to turn orange as it infuses. If your slow...

How to apply and use vaseline on hair as a moisturizer: • Smooth Vaseline down your hair to help lock in moisture. Scoop a pea-sized amount of Vaseline onto your finger. Rub the Vaseline into the roots of your hair first, then smooth it down the length of your hair until you reach the tips. Cover your hair with a towel or wrap and leave the Vaseline treatment on your hair for a few hours or overnight.If you have long or thick hair, you may need to scoop more Vaseline out of the container to cover your whole head.  Get the Vaseline out of your hair by rinsing it with cornstarch or dish soap and a clarifying shampoo.Repeat this treatment as needed daily or weekly to keep your hair moisturized and prevent dry, brittle hair.  Applying Vaseline to your roots and locking in moisture may also help your hair grow faster. • Dab on a tiny dot of Vaseline to tame frizz and flyaways. Lightly dip your finger in the Vaseline container to get just a pin-sized amount of product o...

How to make flaxseed hair gel: • Place 1/4 cup (37 g) flaxseeds in a bowl with water overnight. Measure out your flaxseeds in a container you can cover. Pour in 2 cups (470 mL) of distilled or filtered water. Put the solution in the refrigerator for 8 hours or so.You can find flaxseeds at most grocery stores in the baking aisle or health food aisle.It's fine if you need to leave the solution in the fridge for longer.Soaking the flaxseeds first isn't absolutely necessary, but it will increase how much gel you get.Distilled or filtered water has fewer additives, meaning your hair gel will likely last longer if you use one of these types of water. However, tap water will also work. • Bring the flaxseeds and water to a rolling boil in a saucepan. Dump the mixture from the container into the pan. Place it on the stove over medium-high heat, letting it come to a rolling boil.Aim for a pot that's 2 to 3 US quarts (1,900 to 2,800 mL). • Simmer for 7-10 minutes, stirring...

How to make fresh neem leaves mask or neem turmeric mask  Neem leaves mask:  • Collect fresh neem leaves. Soak the neem leaves in mildly hot water until they soften. • Place the neem leaves into a mortar and pestle and grind the leaves into a paste. • Use the paste by applying it to the skin area you're wishing to improve, soften or cleanse. Leave it there for 20 minutes or until it has nearly dried. • Rinse off with fresh, cold water and dab the skin dry or leave to air dry. Your skin should look and feel refreshed. Repeat as often as wished. Neem turmeric mask:  • Add some turmeric powder to freshly made neem paste in a bowl. Add water, gram flour and milk to it. Mix the ingredients gently. • Apply all over the face. Leave for 15 minutes; this gives it plenty of time to do its job. • Gently wash away with water. Wipe dry with a cotton cloth. You will be left with soft, smooth and bright skin.