Infused Herbs

[eensha6242001]

Where did you get the plantains leaf?

[blackphd2b]

@eensha6242001 At a local health food store in the bulk bins.

[msfullroller]

OMG how in the world did I miss this video when I was searching for a way to do this?!! I've done infusions pretty much the same way you have shown here. Never thought about putting the top on the crock pot. I love, love, love, the infused ACV and oils!

[diviousmafia]

i watched another video and they had their lids closed for the iol something about restricting how much moisture gets in... how did yours come out

[heavenzbest1]

i just purchased some herbs too. You are inspiring me to do so much!! How long does the mixtures last?

[Over40Princess]

I love this. I wanted a starting place for a citric acid, or vinegar rinse for people who want to use cold processed soap to wash their hair. It makes the pH too. High. I know how to thicken the acid rinse, so it would stay on the hair and not go down the drain and preserve it, but smell better? Not so much. You gave me a great idea! Oh, and a polysorbate 20 to keep your linen spray mixed and germall plus (cheap) to use at about 1% to preserve your spray so no germs. I am super impressed.

[blackphd2b]

@Over40Princess Glad I could inspire. As for the polysorbate bit... Yea, you're on your own with that one. LOL! Do let me know how it turns out, though.

[iluvmytigber]

there very pretty :)

[sleemorris]

can you send me the measurements of each

[blackphd2b]

@sleemorris I didn't use specific measurements. I think I just eyeballed the ingredients. Sorry.

[perseus424]

this is very interesting, who wouldn't be interested in fucking leaves in oil in little jars?

love y'all

[blackphd2b]

@perseus424 #kanyeshrug

[guineapig1234]

how do you make these and how do you consume the infusion? Great vid though.

[blackphd2b]

@guineapig1234 I don't consume it in the traditional sense. I use it on my hair.

[BreakageInAtlanta]

I bought my herbs, oil and glass jar but when I got home i realized that i have a plastic lid. Will that have an impact on my outcome?

[blackphd2b]

I wouldn't put the plastic lid on my jars while heating them. I used mason/canning jars because they are specifically made to withstand the conditions of boiling water. Good luck!

[NoireBeaute]

Wow thanx for posting I will be trying this.

[blackphd2b]

Hope it went well for you.

[nightingale007]

I've been looking for a proper tutorial on how to infuse herbs in oil for hair! Thanks for having this!

Did these oils and the diffused water one end up turning out ok? Did you end up leaving the oils in the slow cooker for 6 hours or 8 hours?

[blackphd2b]

No problem. Though I wouldn't say this is a "proper" tutorial. LOL! I think I left them in closer to 8 hours. Everything turned out wonderfully.

Please be sure to strain your herbs thoroughly before application. I haven't used anything but the oil since I've loced my hair. So far, so good.

[nightingale007]

Thanks for replying!

[hxcpunkx]

Awesome! I love the first combination.

How long did you leave the herbs in the jar for? Did you recently put them in the jar?

[blackphd2b]

How long, as in how long has this product been sitting in my cupboards? I used most of that stuff within a month and did a new batch a few times more. I haven't used any since I've started my locs. Maybe I need to update.

[berijoy]

Great video! Also, what is the music you have playing in the background? I like that, too.

[blackphd2b]

Thanks. The music is by Osunlade.

[hollyhollyrose]

How did the acv rinse cocktail measure up? Was it all that you hoped for?

I think I will try the ACV brew in the summer and leave it in my hair as a condtioner.

[blackphd2b]

I'm a religious ACV rinser. Keeps my itchies at bay and it costs pennies.

I washed my hair on Saturday and kept the ACV in for the first time... I still smell it. Not sure I'll be doing that again.

[enchantedgrace]

If you want really nice perfumes, use a high proof vodka. The scent is AMAZING!

AND it stays fresh longer!

[blackphd2b]

Thanks for the tip.

[darkman866]

Infusions? This is something new to me, I am intrigued to learn more.

[blackphd2b]

They're pretty simple and effective. I'm still learning myself. Will revisit this topic again soon.

[cleanheart25]

This looks like a good gift idea.

[blackphd2b]

Yep. I'm already thinking about ways to package them. My biggest concern, however, is how to keep them from going bad. I'll have to look into natural preservatives, I guess.

[ibbs72]

very cool stuff there...i just started doing a few of my own for my scalp. I'm starting to experiment with some others.

[blackphd2b]

Nice. Let me know if you come up with anything that you'd like to share.

[ibbs72]

I most certainly well soon. Regarding your coment to cleanheart25, check out Desaundrea on perservatives, she pretty good bout making products and gives some good tips. watch?v=THSkQLyDQ5Q

[blackphd2b]

Thanks for the info.

[edenbainbridge]

i bet all that smells so good!

have a great weekend!

xoexo

[blackphd2b]

Yes. Especially that last one. I looooove lavender and lemongrass. I think I will make a bigger jar next time.

[nubeinkinnks]

wonderful mixes for infusions, Can just image the smells. I love to do infusions

[blackphd2b]

Do you have any recipes you can share? I'm kind of winging it over here. LOL