I am pleased to participate in the 6th week of SLC Season 21. This week, I will be sharing SLC S21 Week 6 - Beauty and Self-Care with Herbs. So Let's start,

Herbal Hair Tonic: Make a herbal hair tonic to promote the health the of the hairs. Write the herbs used in the tonic. Explain how the tonic will help for hair health. Write the step by step process of making hair tonic. (3 Marks)

Currently, I am in my village, so I can make hair tonic with some herbs. All of the herbs were collected from plants just before making this special hair oil.

Herbs Used in the Tonic

• Hibiscus Leaves: We all are aware of Hibiscus. It Stimulates our hair growth, reduces extreme dandruff, and makes our hair shiny.
• Hibiscus Flower: This flower makes our hair soften and prevents split ends.
• Coconut Oil: As all coconut oil brand says, it Nourishes the scalp and prevents the dryness of the scalp as well as hair. It also reduces the breakage of our hair.
• Aloe Vera: It mainly works for soothing. Moisturizes the scalp, soothes irritation, and strengthens hair.
• Black Seed: It is an important ingredient for hair growth, reduces hair fall, and improves scalp health.
• Henna Leaves: Natural conditioner is henna leaves and strengthens our hair. Conditions the hair, reduces frizz, and adds a natural shine.
• Onion: It is an exclusive ingredient for Boosting collagen production, nourishing hair follicles, and reducing hair fall.
• Fenugreek seeds: It works for hair growth. It helps straighten hair and reduce dryness.

How This Tonic Benefits Hair Health

Aloe vera, Hibiscus, Onion, Fenugreek seeds and black seeds promote hair growth. Onion is rich in sulfur and antioxidants, which increase collagen production and boost hair growth. Hibiscus flowers and leaves are rich in flavonoids and amino acids. It helps stimulate blood flow to our hair follicles thereby encouraging new hair formation. The amino acids present in it promote healthy hair growth by stimulating the hair follicles. Fenugreek contains protein, lecithin, and many minerals that help in the growth of new hair.

Nourishes and Moisturizes

Aloe vera helps in hair growth along with its natural moisturizing properties which makes the hair silky. Coconut oil deeply hydrates the scalp. Fenugreek seeds help nourishing and moisturizing our hair.

Reduces Hair Fall

Fenugreek seeds are rich in proteins and nicotinic acid to reduce hair fall. Henna leaves prevent hair breakage and make our hair stronger. Onion prevents thinning and reduces hair fall. Black seed and hibiscus leaves, flower strengthen hair follicles and reduce hair fall.

Conditions the Hair

Henna leaves and hibiscus flower naturally condition hair, making hair soft, manageable, and super shiny. Fenugreek seeds also condition the hair.

Improves Scalp Health

Aloe vera and black seed fight scalp infections. They reduce the itchiness of the scalp. Aloe vera helps maintain pH balance.

Prevents Premature Greying

Hibiscus Leaves and Flowers prevent premature greying with its natural pigmentation feature. Henna leaves widely used for enhancing hair colour with natural dye. Fenugreek seeds have essential nutrients for maintaining hair colour.

The process of making the Herbal Hair Tonic

Ingredients

Coconut Oil		1/3 cup
Hibiscus Leaves and Flower		handfull and 1 flower
Hena Leaves		Handful
Black Seed		2 tbs
Fenugreek Seeds		2 tbs
Onion		1
Aloe Vera		1 leaf

Making Process

Step- I

First I gathered all the ingredients. I collected these all from my village. When I was gathering the ingredients, I didn't have an aloe vera plant nearby so I decided to use aloe vera gel. But when I started making it, my younger brother bought an aloe vera plant for me.

Step-II

Onion pieces	Hibiscus leaves

First I peeled the onions and cut them into pieces. There is no specific shape required, you can cut them however you want with a knife. Then I tore off the hibiscus leaves.

Step-III

Then I mixed all the ingredients except aloe vera and coconut oil. Here I used a little water because I will boil all the ingredients. This will bring out the essence of the leaves and flowers.

Step- IV

adding coconut oil	Adding aloe vela

Turn on the gass	Boil the ingredients

In this step, I added coconut oil and aloe vera. Then I put them on the stove to boil for a while. I boiled them well for about 10 to 15 minutes. After 5 to 7 minutes of boiling, it got a beautiful colour due to the henna leaves.

Step- V

In the last step, when the ingredients were boiled, I separated the extract with the help of a strainer. And this is my super hair tonic for today. It contains not only oil but also a little water.

How to Use:

• Before Application warm this super tonic
• Apply it to your scalp and hair.
• Let it sit for at least 2 hours or a few more hours for better result
• Try to apply at least 2 times a week for best results.

Skin Care Mask: Prepare a mask for the skin purely made with the herbs and use at least 3 herbs to prepare a mask. Write down the procedure and explain how it helps with skin care. (3 Marks)

Skin Care Mask

Ingredients:

Turmeric		1tbs
Neem Leaves		1tbs
Aloe Vera		1tbs
Milk		1tbs

Step- I

First I gathered all the ingredients. Then I paste neem leaves finely. You can take 1 tbs of neem paste.

Step-II

Then I paste Turmeric and make thin paste. Add with neem paste.

Step-III

Then I mixed aloe vera gel with neem and turmeric paste.

Step-IV

Then I mixed all the ingredients with milk. Here, I used a little milk to make the paste. I think we know the benefits of raw milk for skin glowing.

Step- V

	In this step, I show you how to apply this home remedy for skin care.

How To Use This Mask:

• Before Application, clean your face gently using only water.
• Apply it to your face.
• Let it sit for at least 15 minutes
• Try to apply at least 2 times a week for best results.
• Rinse with water if you feel allergic tony of the used ingredients, especially the aloe vera.

How It Helps for Skin Care

Hydration and Moisturization

Aloe vera and milk deeply hydrate our skin and help it to keep it soft.It enhances moisture and works to prevent dryness.

Skin Brightening and Even Tone

Turmeric and milk work together to brighten our skin, reduce dark spots, pigmentation, and uneven skin tone. Raw turmaric is best for skin brighting. Neem helps reduce dark spots.

Anti-Aging Properties

Aloe vera improves skin elasticity. Neem leaves shows aging.

Acne and Inflammation Control

Turmeric and neem leaves antimicrobial properties fight bacteria, which are responsible for acne or pimples, and aloe vera soothes redness and inflammation rapidly.

Relaxing Bath Soak: Make a bath soak with herbs and write about its benefits for relaxation and self care.

Relaxing Bath Soak

Ingredients:

Eucalyptus leaves		12-15 leaves
Neem leaves		1/2 cup
Cinnamon		5-6 stick

Step- I

First I gathered all the ingredients. All these ingredients were collected fresh from the plant exclusively for this lesson.

Step-II

Add Eucalyptus leaves	Add Neem leaves

I take a pot and add water. Heat the stove and let it boil.

Step-III

Then I add cinnamon and let it boil for more 5 minutes and when the colour of water changed it pour it.

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Benefits for Relaxation and Self-Care:

Purifying and Detoxifying

Neem leaves purifies our skin and remove impurities, eucalyptus leaves opens up the airways.

Alleviating and Soothing

Neem reduces skin irritating, redness, and eucalyptus soothes the muscles and our brain.

Invigorating and Warming

Cinnamon creates a feeling of energy and warmth in the bathing experience.

Improve Circulation

Cinnamon enhances blood flow, give us a healthy skin glow.

I am inviting my friends @max-pro
@abdul-rakib @sohanurrahman to participate in this SLC.

Regards

@pea07