Mix all ingredients in a spray bottle or other small bottle.
Shake well before each use.
Spray or pour into hair and brush through to get even. This works best when applied to hair directly before sun exposure and left in for 1-2 hours before being rinsed out. Can be used several times a week until desired color is reached. I suggest putting this in your hair and doing a kettlebell workout in the sun for maximum benefit :-)
You can also use this as a rinse at the end of a shower (and then lightly rinse with water) though it will take longer to have an effect. This will not have an overnight dramatic effect, though when I've put it in my hair before gardening in the sun for a few hours I definitely noticed a difference.
Red Hair Color Instructions
In a small pan, bring the water to a boil.
Reduce to a simmer and add the calendula/marigold and hibiscus
Simmer for at least 30 minutes.
Remove from heat and when cool, strain herbs out, making sure all small pieces are removed (I use cheesecloth).
Store the liquid in the refrigerator.
Use as a final hair rinse at the end of each shower. Dry hair in the sun if possible.
Repeat daily until desired shade is achieved and then every few days to maintain.
Brown Hair Color Instructions
In a small pan, bring the water to a boil.
Reduce to a simmer and add the herbs.
Simmer for at least 30 minutes or until the water is very dark.
Remove from heat and when cool, strain herbs out, making sure all small pieces are removed (I use cheesecloth).
Store the liquid in the refrigerator.
Spray or brush into hair about an hour before showering each day, then shampoo as normal. Can also use as a rinse and leave on at the end of each shower.
Repeat until desired color is reached. It has a cumulative effect and you probably won't notice much difference the first few days. The herbs in this mix are also great for getting rid of dandruff and for increasing hair growth!
Dark Brown Hair or Black Hair Color Instructions
Tie the black walnut powder in a tea bag or cheesecloth bag.
Place in a quart mason jar and add the water.
Steep for at least 6 hours or overnight.
Use as a rinse in the shower for hair and dry in the sun if possible. This will create VERY DARK hair, especially if you have dry or color treated hair. It will also provide the darkest coverage for grey hair.
Repeat daily or as needed to darken and maintain dark shade.
You can also use strong brewed black tea as a final rinse to darken any color hair. This is also nourishing for the hair and will provide a temporary darkening effect on most hair types.
Repeat as necessary to get desired shade and sun-dry if possible.
Notes
Always pre-test on a strand of hair before doing the entire head to check color and rule out allergy.
Dark Hair Caution: Due to the known mutagenic properties of juglone, some sources caution against prolonged use of black walnut hull when pregnant or nursing. Check with your doctor for medical advice if concerned.