(Coffee • Rosemary • Avocado Seed • Cinnamon)
This homemade herbal shampoo blend is designed to naturally darken gray/white hairs, nourish the scalp, and strengthen hair strands without harsh chemicals. The combination of coffee, rosemary, avocado seed, and cinnamon creates a rich, stimulating formula that promotes healthy, shiny, and darker-looking hair.
Ingredients
- 2 cups strong brewed coffee (cooled – natural dark dye effect)
- 2 tbsp ground coffee (extra richness and color)
- 1 avocado seed (dried, grated, or ground into powder – strengthens hair)
- 2–3 cinnamon sticks (or 2 tbsp ground cinnamon – improves circulation and adds shine)
- 1 cup fresh rosemary leaves (or 3 tbsp dried rosemary – stimulates follicles, darkens hair)
- 2 cups distilled water
- 1 tbsp natural liquid castile soap (base cleanser – optional if making shampoo, skip if making rinse)
- 2 tbsp coconut oil or olive oil (for moisture and shine)
- 10 drops rosemary essential oil (optional, for extra strength and fragrance)
Instructions
- Prepare the avocado seed
- Wash and dry the avocado seed.
- Grate or grind it into small pieces (you can roast it slightly to make grinding easier).
- Make the herbal infusion
- In a pot, add distilled water, rosemary, avocado seed pieces, and cinnamon sticks.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 20–25 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let it steep for another 15 minutes.
- Strain the mixture
- Use a fine strainer or cheesecloth to remove solids.
- You should now have a rich, dark herbal liquid.
- Add coffee
- Mix in the brewed strong coffee and ground coffee while the infusion is still warm. Stir well.
- Enrich with oils & soap
- Add coconut/olive oil and liquid castile soap. Stir gently until well combined.
- If desired, add a few drops of rosemary essential oil for a stronger scent and benefits.
- Cool & Store
- Pour into a pump bottle or glass jar.
- Store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks (since it’s natural and preservative-free).
How to Use
- As a Shampoo:
- Apply to wet hair, massage into scalp for 3–5 minutes, leave on for 10 minutes, then rinse.
- As a Hair Rinse:
- Skip the castile soap, apply after regular shampooing, leave on for 15–20 minutes, then rinse with cool water.
- Use 2–3 times a week for best results.
Benefits
- Coffee – Naturally stains and darkens hair, adds shine.
- Rosemary – Stimulates hair growth, prevents dandruff, darkens grays gradually.
- Avocado Seed – Rich in antioxidants, strengthens and prevents breakage.
- Cinnamon – Boosts scalp circulation, helps with hair thickness and luster.
- Coconut/Olive Oil – Moisturizes and prevents dryness
Note
This is a gradual natural remedy – it won’t work like chemical dyes. With consistent use over weeks, it enhances darker tones, reduces the visibility of grays, and nourishes your scalp.