I’d heard about the wonders of Marshmallow Root as an ingredient that gives a whole lot of slip sometime last year, but I couldn’t figure out where for the life of me to find it in the UK! Well, that was until I discovered iHerb and how inexpensive it can be if you need to do a bulk shop. Which I did, plus some!
Whilst there are some leave-in conditioners that do an absolutely amazing job at detangling my hair I’ve been long searching for a homemade alternative that is a bit lighter on my pockets! My savings goals this year permit very little product junkism or lavish haircare spending, so I was determined to make my own concoction and boy am I glad I did, it’s pretty darn amazing!
I couldn’t not share the recipe, so here it goes! [p.s I posted a video on this too!]
INGREDIENTS + PROPERTIES
Marshmallow Root Herb – softens, high mucilage, provides slip, nutrient rich
Slippery Elm – provides slip, protects against sun damage, high mucilage
Aloe Vera Gel – conditioning, provides slip
Argan Oil – adds shine, smoothes, antioxidant
Vitamin E Oil – antioxidant [increase shelf life], adds shine
Lavender Essential Oil [optional] – used in this recipe for scent
*properties are haircare specific
SUPPLIERS
Baldwins UK – Slippery Elm
Sheabuttercottage – Argan Oil
iherb – Marshmallow Root
Holland & Barrett – Aloe Vera Gel & Vitamin E Oil
Naturally Thinking – Lavender Essential Oil
Superdrug – Spray Bottle
Method: Check out the video for steps on how to make this yourself
Avec amour…
Fiona