1904

• 1 ounce (30g) soapwort root

• 12 ounces (354ml) of purified water

• 1 teaspoon (5 ml) base oil of your choice.

• 15-60 drops essential oils of your choice, as conditions require

• Yield: 10-12 ounces (295-354 ml)

1. Crush the soapwort root in a mortar and pestle (or with the flat side of a wooden spoon).

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2. Place the crushed root in the water in a stainless steel pan.

    Bring to boil, reduce the heat, and simmer for approximately 10 minutes.

   Remove from the heat, cool, then strain the liquid into an airtight bottle with a nozzle on the top for dispensing.

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3. Add the base and essential oils to the container.  Shake well before each use.  This shampoo will keep for up to a week if refrigerated.