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Many store-bought hair products contain harsh, toxic ingredients. That’s why we created this simple, all-natural shampoo recipe. It’s gentle and cleanses without stripping your hair of its natural oils.

Made with castile soap, avocado oil, and essential oils, this shampoo nourishes damaged hair, adds moisture to dry strands and replenishes natural oils—all in just a few minutes. Plus, it’s much more cost-effective than store-bought options since you can make several bottles with just a few ingredients.

This is such a great way create your own shampoo while avoiding unnecessary toxins. Plus, you know exactly what’s in it. Here’s a guide on how to make this natural shampoo.

Ingredients

1/4 cup of castile soap
1/4 cup of Water
1 teaspoon olive oil (or preferred carrier oil like castor or jojoba oil)
Foaming Soap Dispenser
Optional: 15-20 drops of essential oils (you can use lavender, rosemary, or tea tree oil, whichever you prefer)
Funnel (optional)
Pipette (optional)
Measuring Cups and Spoons

Instructions for Homemade Shampoo

Fill your soap container with 1/4 cup of water.
Mix your essential oils with the olive oil.

Add the carrier oil mixture and castile soap to the container. If needed, top off with more water.
Shake well to combine everything.

Why We Choose These Ingredients

Each ingredient in this DIY shampoo recipe is carefully chosen to nourish and cleanse your hair in a natural, gentle way:

Castile Soap

Castile soap is a plant-based soap made from olive oil, making it a perfect base for a natural shampoo. It’s free from harsh chemicals and sulfates found in many commercial shampoos, which can strip your hair of its natural oils. Instead, castile soap effectively cleanses your hair while maintaining moisture, leaving it soft and manageable.

Olive Oil (or Other Carrier Oils like Castor or Jojoba Oil)

Olive oil is rich in vitamins and antioxidants, making it excellent for nourishing the scalp and strengthening hair strands. It helps lock in moisture, adds shine, and can prevent hair breakage and split ends. If you prefer other carrier oils, here’s how they benefit your hair:

Castor Oil: Promotes hair growth, strengthens hair roots, and prevents scalp dryness.
Jojoba Oil: Closely mimics the natural oils of your scalp, providing deep hydration without feeling greasy. It also helps balance oil production, making it suitable for both dry and oily hair types.

Essential Oils

Essential oils add a pleasant scent and offer various benefits for hair health. Here are some popular options and their advantages:

Lavender: Promotes hair growth, soothes the scalp, and helps reduce dandruff.
Peppermint: Stimulates blood circulation in the scalp, promoting hair growth and providing a cooling sensation.
Tea Tree: Has antifungal and antibacterial properties, making it great for treating dandruff and soothing itchy scalps.

How to Use This Shampoo

To use this shampoo, start by giving the bottle a good shake to ensure the essential oils are well mixed. Pump a couple of times into the palm of your hand and rub your hands together to create a lather. Apply the shampoo to your wet hair, massaging it thoroughly into your scalp and working it down to the ends of your hair. Make sure to cover all areas for a full cleanse. Rinse out with warm water, ensuring all shampoo is washed out. Repeat if necessary for thicker hair or a deeper clean.