Marshmallow Root
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Marsh mallow root
Hi,
I've used this herb in my shampoo bar. It has been used for centuries for it's soothing effects. In a shampoo it acts as a detangler and also may have antibacterial properties thus helping with itchy scalp.
I infuse my liquid oils with herbs, keeping the temperature low. I'll infuse for at least several hours or better yet overnight. You can also make an infusion of your liquids (water, tea, juice or aloe mix) with herbs - this one will make a mucilage of your liquid.
Also, I strain the liquids sometimes twice either through a cheesecloth or even a coffee filter-although that can take some time and stirring.
Hi,
I've used this herb in my shampoo bar. It has been used for centuries for it's soothing effects. In a shampoo it acts as a detangler and also may have antibacterial properties thus helping with itchy scalp.
I infuse my liquid oils with herbs, keeping the temperature low. I'll infuse for at least several hours or better yet overnight. You can also make an infusion of your liquids (water, tea, juice or aloe mix) with herbs - this one will make a mucilage of your liquid.
Also, I strain the liquids sometimes twice either through a cheesecloth or even a coffee filter-although that can take some time and stirring.
Marsh mallow root
I usually use 2 Tlbs. of each dried herb for 2 lbs. of oil but that's just my guess. So to me it looks right but not too much. I've read that you need to use more if the herb is fresh.
I haven't be making soaps for that long, so if anyone else uses infusions please post!
I usually use 2 Tlbs. of each dried herb for 2 lbs. of oil but that's just my guess. So to me it looks right but not too much. I've read that you need to use more if the herb is fresh.
I haven't be making soaps for that long, so if anyone else uses infusions please post!
amanda131
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I just found about this. Does anyone have a picture of what it looks like or know where to get it?? I"m very interested.....
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I found it at my health food store .
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Marshmallow root and lye
Hey, I was thinking of infusing some of my water with marshmallow root, but I'm not sure how it will reach with lye. I read somewhere that it has a slightly acidic pH. Does anyone have experience with this?
Hey, I was thinking of infusing some of my water with marshmallow root, but I'm not sure how it will reach with lye. I read somewhere that it has a slightly acidic pH. Does anyone have experience with this?
Thank you for my new--and disgusting--word of the day. I drank a horrendous "mucilage" at a Vietnamese restaurant that was supposed to be a soft drink. Not only was it mucilage-y, it had crunchy seeds in it.
FlybyStardancer
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I've used marshmallow root in a soap before, it was fine.
I use it in one of my balms by infusing it. Have also used it in soap but really did not notice any great benefit.
