DIY Hibiscus Water for Hair

Hibiscus water is a popular natural hair spray for hair care, particularly for those with afro-textured hair. 

It has several benefits, including moisturizing, strengthening, and promoting hair growth. Cheap, easy to use, and quick to make – it is no wonder that it is a firm hair care favorite. 

Hibiscus Benefits for Hair

• It is an excellent hydrating mist and can be used to introduce much-needed moisture to hair.
• It helps prevent dandruff and an itchy scalp.
• It strengthens hair strands, stimulates the scalp to promote growth, and helps delay greying.

Recommended for

Bald patches, dry hair, and dandruff issues.

Preparation time

20 minutes

Ingredients

• X1 tablespoon of hibiscus flower leaves
• X1 cup of hot water
• Strainer

Instructions

🌺 Bring the water to a boil and then add the hibiscus leaves. 

🌺Let it simmer for 10 minutes, stirring it lightly.

🌺 Set aside the mixture and let it sit for at least 12 hours. (You will notice a dark red color from the nutrients leaching into the water).

🌺 Sieve the mixture, and discard the leftover leaves.

🌺 Transfer the hibiscus water to a sanitized applicator bottle.

Your hair spray is ready for use. 

Storage

Store the mixture in the fridge to prolong its shelf life. It can be kept for 7 – 10 days in the fridge.

Usage

🌺 Hair rinse: Hibiscus water works well as a hydrating mist. Section your hair into 4 or more parts and spray directly onto your hair strands and scalp, before massaging into your scalp. Then put hair in twists and let it sit for 30 minutes before applying a deep conditioning treatment.

🌺 Leave-in treatment: Spritz your hair with the spray during your LOC/ LCO routine.

NaHaZo tip

Hibiscus water can be staining, so make sure that you cover your shoulders with an old t-shirt when applying it to your scalp.

If used in overnight treatment, first secure your hair firmly and/or make sure your hair is dry first before going to bed.

Pro-tip: Hibiscus water works well when used with hibiscus oil. 

*Allergens

If you are allergic or sensitive to pollen, then use it with caution.

Has your hair flourished using hibiscus water? Let us know in the comments below.

And until the next time ladies, happy naturaling!