Rosemary + Fenugreek Scalp Serum Recipe
Want longer, stronger hair? This fenugreek scalp serum nourishes, moisturizes, and promotes hair growth in one fell swoop.
Yield: 4 ounces
Cost: $10
Equipment
- 4-ounce Dropper bottle
- Small saucepan
- Small bowl
Materials
- 1 tablespoon fenugreek seeds
- 1 tablespoon saw palmetto extract optional
- 1 tablespoon dried rosemary leaves
- 5 drops peppermint essential oil or rosemary essential oil
- 2 teaspoons xanthan gum
- 1 tablespoon vegetable glycerin
- 4 ounces distilled water
- 1 teaspoon preservative such as optiphen plus or germaben II
Instructions
- In a small pot, combine distilled water with fenugreek seeds, saw palmetto extract (if using), and rosemary leaves. Heat on low for 10-15 minutes (the water should be hot but not boiling).
- Allow the mixture to cool, then strain out the seeds and herbs. You should be left with a fenugreek-infused water.
- In a separate bowl, combine xanthan gum with vegetable glycerin. Mix well to form a smooth paste.
- Combine the fenugreek-infused water and the xanthan gum mixture, stirring continuously to prevent clumping.
- Once the mixture is well combined, add peppermint essential oil and the preservative.
- Transfer the serum to a clean, sterilized glass bottle with a dropper or pump dispenser for easy application.
Notes
To use, apply a small amount of the fenugreek hair serum to your scalp and hair, focusing on the roots and ends. Massage it in gently and style your hair as usual. Since this serum is non-greasy, it can be used daily or as needed.