My Proven Homemade Recipe for Gentle, Natural Shampoo Using Nettle and Peppermint

Searching for a truly gentle, natural shampoo that nourishes your hair without harsh chemicals? Supermarket shelves are packed with promises of miracles, but they often come at a premium price and with questionable ingredients.

That's why I've relied on this simple homemade recipe for years. It uses just a few natural ingredients like nettle—a powerhouse medicinal plant for strengthening hair—and invigorating peppermint to combat fatigue and add shine. You'll know exactly what's in it (and what's not)!

Contents

• Ingredients
• How to Make It
• Results and Benefits

Ingredients

• 10 g dried nettle leaves
• 10 g dried peppermint leaves
• Organic cleansing base
• For brown hair: 10 g dried rosemary + 1 clove
• Or for blonde hair: 10 g chamomile + a few drops lemongrass essential oil
• A few drops peppermint essential oil

How to Make It

1. Add nettle, peppermint, and rosemary (or chamomile) to a container.
2. Pour 60 cl boiling water over them.
3. Add the clove (or lemongrass drops).
4. Infuse for 2 hours.
5. Strain through a sieve, pressing the herbs firmly.
6. Measure an equal amount of organic cleansing base to the liquid.
7. Mix into the infusion.
8. Stir thoroughly.
9. Add a few drops peppermint essential oil.
10. Shake vigorously.

Results and Benefits

Your natural shampoo is ready to use! Pour it into a clean, recycled bottle. It lasts as long as commercial versions.

From my experience, the best shampoos gently cleanse, boost keratin for strength, enhance shine, and fight dandruff—all while smelling amazing. This recipe delivers exactly that, without the €5+ price tag or environmental harm from phosphates and chemicals found in many store-bought options.

I've made the switch permanently—your hair (and wallet) will thank you!