No worries, just think less diluted = higher concentration.Quote:
Originally Posted by HotRag
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No worries, just think less diluted = higher concentration.Quote:
Originally Posted by HotRag
Wow. I decided to take a break from LHC to focus on schoolwork and when I came back, the catnip thread had been very active!
Ktani, you asked about catnip-only shampoos. In case you are still interested, I do the catnip shampoo first, rinse it out, then apply more catnip for conditioning purposes. Since starting to use catnip, I can go much longer between washing my hair - I currently wash my hair every five days or so; when I started, I washed my hair every three days.
I have noticed as well that the effects of using catnip definitely accumulate over time. My hair has been really slippery this past week, so much so that my hair will has not been staying in my standard cinnamon bun - I have had to do a variation to keep the hair sticks from falling out of my bun. This is with allowing my hair to soak in the catnip for only 20 minutes or less (the most time that I've spent is 30 minutes - I don't have the patience for anything longer). I've even done just 5 minute soaks if I have been pressed for time, and I still haven't needed anything besides the catnip to condition my hair.
Not a problem. You'd think they would, too. Whenever I spill some catnip, Jack's right there within a day rubbing all on the carpet. But they have no issues with my hair.Quote:
Originally Posted by SleepySin
Ktani, I don't know if you can answer this, seeing as you use shampoo, but you or someone else may know. I'm wondering if the more astringent/less diluted concoctions clean better than the more diluted versions? I sometimes use catnip as my only form of 'shampoo', and am wondering if it'd be better if I upped the catnip ratio or lowered it. Also, does leaving it on for longer make it clean better or worse?
Thank you for responding to my request for more information. I too can go longer between washes with catnip use. 5 days is the usual but I have gone longer. My hair, when it needs washing is also more slippery but too much catnip makes my hair separate more and be less full.Quote:
Originally Posted by KaeleyAnne
I do not fully understand why the 2nd catnip shampoo, following less of my shampoo yields more drag but the knotted hair is an indication of less slip than I am used to and the split ends, an indication that the follow-up of more catnip for conditioning, was not sufficient, to me.
2 split ends is not a huge number, lol, but together with the increase in hair knots, tells me that catnip only washing is not as good a routine as shampoo and catnip, which I have relied on for a long time, with 0 split ends and the odd hair knot (like 1 hair over months of use).
freznow, I've had good results with using the 1tsp/300mL concentration. I haven't played with any other concentration since this worked so well. I use catnip for washing my hair as a "catnip shampoo" that is rinsed out before doing the conditioning part. I have noticed that my hair/scalp seems cleaner if I make sure to "scrub" my scalp (gently) like I would if I was using shampoo, except using catnip instead. I don't know if I really need to rinse out the first round of catnip before adding more, but it works for me. I usally use 1.5 teaspoons in 450 mL when making the catnip tea, which is enough for using some for the shampoo and the majority of it for the conditioning. I've been able to spread out my washings, so I assume that means that the catnip cleans my hair pretty well.Quote:
Originally Posted by freznow
My hair is usually most slippery the day after washing, then gets less slippery as it gets dirtier. However, this week my hair has just been more slippery than normal, and for a longer time. I'm not complaining though! I have many, many split ends, all of which are due to mechanical damage or dryness since I've never used heat or chemicals, so hopefully the slipperiness will help reduce the likelihood of causing more damage. :)Quote:
Originally Posted by ktani
With shampoo and catnip my hair stays slippery throughout. I will be following how things go for you with much interest. I am very curious as to how your washing method with catnip works on your split ends. I wish you all the luck with it!Quote:
Originally Posted by KaeleyAnne
ETA: I am keeping a record of catnip posts and pms on this topic. So far, it seems to work slightly differently for people in terms of slip. For those wih dry hair, some are adding oils as leave-ins, while others find that they can do without them. Some people get oily scalps faster with catnip washing, some do not. I find it all fascinating! The split end results will be the most interesting part and that takes time in terms of seeing results.
How can you keep track of exact proportions that everyone's using though? Oh, if only we could all be under one roof and then test out with an endless supply of catnip.. haha.. and then invite our kitties ;)Quote:
Originally Posted by ktani
Most people have stated the dilution they are using.Quote:
Originally Posted by SleepySin
Ok - so I'm ready to give this a go. I think that I'll follow a method I read on the other thread where someone mentioned pouring it on her hair and leaving it for 10-15 min. and then rinse out. She mentioned this is beginning to turn her gray's golden. That is my goal.
I wasn't quite clear on the proportions so I used 1 teaspoon of catnip to 1 cup of boiling water. Covered and it is currently steeping. I'm not sure how long to let it steep though... should it be left just until it cools to room temp.?