I've used ambunu for about one month now, and like you, I absolutely love the slip. I tried it with the leaves and they combed out easily, but left a mess in the shower... the last couple of times I strained like you. I also mixed mine with fenugreek, moringa leaves & slippery elm for extra slip. I took the gooey mixture and used as a stand alone conditioner/detangler and I also added some of it to my leave ins. LOVE IT!
Omg! Just made this blend today and my hair and scalp feels amazing. This has to be my favourite. I thought the Oat and Aloe deep conditioner was great, but oh no! This is top of my list! 💯
the results looks insane Mich. Come thru slippage and moisture. Would love love a series on Chebe Power. I've seen vids on it but still not sold on it. Am eagerly waiting on your Chebe Tip Tuesday 😀
I haven't infused the Chebe I bought in oil yet, but I did infuse it in aloe juice and Ambunu. I was not impressed with the Chebe (smells very smoky) and I didn't notice it doing anything special for my hair. I'm low porosity and it actually beaded up on my hair as I was applying it. 😯 Crazy weird! I had to really work it into my hair. ☺😄 But I really like the Ambunu. Caught a sale and ordered more because I have plans for it . . . muwaaaahh! It brings out the mad scientist in me. 😄😎😍
I'm going to be trying this deep conditioner out on my next wash day.💚💛♥️🖤🤗 After my Henna/indigo treatment. You know sis that's an all day process lol😂
I really like your videos but I noticed you always give the measurement for the ingredients according to a scale. Can you give the measurements by a measuring spoon/cup also for those of us who don't have a scale. Thanks
Love it, looks so moisturizing. Can Optiphen be used in the water phase also as I dont have the other product. And if I'm using btms 25 how much should I use.
So It can be added to the water phase, but then you need to make sure your water does not heat above 75° otherwise you can destroy the preservative. Then there is the optiphen to add it to the water phase after you have heated the ingredients to make sure it’s not overheated. For the BTMS 225, I would double the amount
Your hair is breaking off as fast as its growing. Take collagen supplements, make sure your iron & zinc levels are good which can cause hair to break off. Drink water daily, massage your scalp, Don't under or over moisturize your hair. Wear protective hairstyles that aren't too tight but limits hair fall. Sleep on satin pillowcases only, cotton causes hair to dry out & break. Castor oil mixed with rosemary,Peppermint & tea tree essential oils is your best friends unless your allergic! Lol. Deep condition eith neem powder & green tea this is going to cut back on hairfall. 😘😘😘
@@NowIAmNappy I wash my hair twice in a month, deep condition every wash day with heat, do a henna or protein treatment once a will, moisturize my hair 4-5 times a week. I don’t use heat styling tools at all, my hair is mostly in a protective style.
Definitely do a skin patch test. I was ok, but after applying the Chebe to just my hair, the twists that touched my scalp were a little irritated but nothing serious. After a while it didn't bother me, so maybe there is an immunity build up? This was an aloe juice infusion, not oil. HTH 🙂
@@jackywairegi2316 Right, that's what I wrote, I applied it to my hair but whatever is on your hair will touch your scalp especially if you put on a scarf, cap or headwrap. Hope that clarifies things. God richly bless you and have a great day! So beautiful outside! 🙂
Thank you for this video. Is there an all natural preservative that can be used? I am going to make this right now for my hair without the Geogard Ultra and just make sufficient to last for one use. We have to be very careful with Geogard Ultra because it contains sodium benzoate and sodium benzoate produces a carcinogen called benzene. Benzene has been linked to an increased risk of cancer, according to the FDA. (a carcinogen is a substance capable of causing cancer) Don't get me wrong, NowIamNappy. I enjoy all of your videos and would like for you to be around a long time to continue providing us with all of the good tutorials; that's my reason for pointing this out to you. So, please don't think I am trying to bash you. Honey, it defeats the purpose of making an all natural conditioner or shampoo, etc and including an unnatural ingredients that can cause health problems. I have seen many tutorials showing how to make natural products but they add harmful additives such as preservatives. Thanks again for this video.. Cheers!
I know this was commented a long time ago but just in case anyone sees this and gets scared of the ingredient. Geogard ultra is considered a natural broad spectrum preservative. And there is a possibility that it will create benzene ONLY IF it is combined with ascorbic acid/ vitamin c. It doesn’t do it on its own. It’s honestly a safe ingredient when used the way it’s intended to be used. As long as your formula doesn’t contain ascorbic acid it’s perfectly fine.
Hello, I have been practicing making my products, and the preservative usage rate and how to correctly calculate has always been a concern for me to get it right. What calculation do you use?
Where are you purchasing your preservatives from? They should come with an SDS form, sometimes on the website, of what percentage to use. The optiphen plus I use at 1% of the mixture, the Geogard Ultra you can use at .75% to 2% of your mixture
Its ok, not everything will work for everyone and fenugreek does have something strengthening properties. I'm curious of you tried hydrating it like this before? Also if you want to try this recipe just skip out on the fenugreek and increase the aloe or ambunu water.
It does make my hair hard but it feels really strong afterwards..i add more aloevera gel(fresh one) and it makes all the difference!alternatively you can add a moisturizing deep conditioner in your fenugreek paste or powder!
Nice video but base on the about of preservatives used how long does this preservation the conditioner .Also if I was to preserve it for 6month or year how much preservatives are needed.
So unfortunately this is going to require some testing. Each preservative i'm using has a shelf life of one year. But when you use all natural products bacteria can still grow quickly. The best thing I can recommend is to keep the product and test if yourself or send it to a lab to see how long it can last. That's why whenever I formulate my deep conditioners for selling I purchase extracts from suppliers that know how to preserve properly. These DIYs I'm creating will last a few months if preserved properly however, the true test will come with time.
@@NowIAmNappy thank you. Might just end up getting from Amazon.com cos I really want to try all this amazing recipe you have created using the Ambunu leaves
No, citric acid is not a preservative and could mess up the ph of your product and cause skin irritation. If you don't want to use a preservative, just make small batches to last for a week refrigerated. Also, double bag the container the product is in to keep bacteria and mold from possibly contaminating your product. You can probably use any oil you want to use that works for you. Just remember that if you sub out a much thinner or thicker oil or butter the consistency of the product may change also. HTH 🙂
Hi Claudia not sure if you succeeded in purchasing your preservative, but the one I use here in the U.K. I purchase from Naissance, it’s Preservative Eco (N° 829) and it works perfectly well. I’ve been using it with NIAN’s hair recipes. I googled beforehand what was the equivalent to the optiphen plus here in the U.K. and that’s what came up. Hope this helps.
@@NowIAmNappy I would definitely be ordering. I'm trying to go more towards the Ayurvedic method but I'm lazy. Maybe when I retire next year. BTW I love your videos!
How to make 2 DIY Ambunu Gels th-cam.com/video/8yxBdHDdfH4/w-d-xo.html
Ambunu Shampoo/ Detangler th-cam.com/video/43S1VcCURPM/w-d-xo.html
I've used ambunu for about one month now, and like you, I absolutely love the slip. I tried it with the leaves and they combed out easily, but left a mess in the shower... the last couple of times I strained like you. I also mixed mine with fenugreek, moringa leaves & slippery elm for extra slip. I took the gooey mixture and used as a stand alone conditioner/detangler and I also added some of it to my leave ins. LOVE IT!
Hands down you are the best on TH-cam that I have seen doing DIY! I love it! If you sell this I will buy it! 😇
Awwww thank you
SheRea DelSol has amazing DIY videos also
Suggestion: could you put measurements in spoons vs grams for those who don't have a scale. It would be most appreciated. Thanks in advance ☺
was wondering the same thing. this is a very informative video though
you can get the calculation through Siri or your other smart phone...just ask how many fluid ounces in *** grams, etc.
How long did your deep conditioner last...
Omg! Just made this blend today and my hair and scalp feels amazing. This has to be my favourite. I thought the Oat and Aloe deep conditioner was great, but oh no! This is top of my list! 💯
the results looks insane Mich. Come thru slippage and moisture. Would love love a series on Chebe Power. I've seen vids on it but still not sold on it. Am eagerly waiting on your Chebe Tip Tuesday 😀
Let me place my order now for chebe
And thanks Sophia❤️
I haven't infused the Chebe I bought in oil yet, but I did infuse it in aloe juice and Ambunu. I was not impressed with the Chebe (smells very smoky) and I didn't notice it doing anything special for my hair. I'm low porosity and it actually beaded up on my hair as I was applying it. 😯 Crazy weird! I had to really work it into my hair. ☺😄 But I really like the Ambunu. Caught a sale and ordered more because I have plans for it . . . muwaaaahh! It brings out the mad scientist in me. 😄😎😍
Yassss DIY queen 😍😍
You guys - I made this. IT IS AMAZING! Thank you for the recipe!
Im so glad I found your channel you’re literally the best in diy hair products on here
This is so fascinating to watch! I love a good moisturizing dc. I prefer optiphen over Diazolidinyl urea. Great video 👏🏽
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it
First video I have seen that used an emulsifier!!! Love it. Great video.
Thanks, check my channel, I have tons of recipes using emulsifiers if you’re interested
Oh if absolutely but this. I do prepoo with ambuno gel, and it's like magic. Will you sell this?
I'm going to be trying this deep conditioner out on my next wash day.💚💛♥️🖤🤗 After my Henna/indigo treatment. You know sis that's an all day process lol😂
I tried your recipe out and I love it so much
Thank you so much😍😍😍😍😍😍
I love this!!! Thanks so much for sharing!!
You're welcome
Another great DIY. I will also be making this too! Thank you again! ❤️
I would love to buy his from you!! Not into DIYs to this extent. I’ll mix the herbs and add water and strain and apply but that’s it!!
I really like your videos but I noticed you always give the measurement for the ingredients according to a scale. Can you give the measurements by a measuring spoon/cup also for those of us who don't have a scale. Thanks
Love it, looks so moisturizing. Can Optiphen be used in the water phase also as I dont have the other product. And if I'm using btms 25 how much should I use.
So It can be added to the water phase, but then you need to make sure your water does not heat above 75° otherwise you can destroy the preservative. Then there is the optiphen to add it to the water phase after you have heated the ingredients to make sure it’s not overheated. For the BTMS 225, I would double the amount
You’re hair is so pretty😍🥺I’m about to give up on my hair😭it has stopped growing and now it’s breaking and I don’t know why😭😭
Your hair is breaking off as fast as its growing. Take collagen supplements, make sure your iron & zinc levels are good which can cause hair to break off. Drink water daily, massage your scalp, Don't under or over moisturize your hair. Wear protective hairstyles that aren't too tight but limits hair fall. Sleep on satin pillowcases only, cotton causes hair to dry out & break. Castor oil mixed with rosemary,Peppermint & tea tree essential oils is your best friends unless your allergic! Lol. Deep condition eith neem powder & green tea this is going to cut back on hairfall. 😘😘😘
Thank you and dont give up on it, what is your hair routine?
@@KYESHAKNOWSSKIN thanks a lot I will try the supplements
@@NowIAmNappy I wash my hair twice in a month, deep condition every wash day with heat, do a henna or protein treatment once a will, moisturize my hair 4-5 times a week. I don’t use heat styling tools at all, my hair is mostly in a protective style.
@@KYESHAKNOWSSKIN any supplement suggestions? Like brand and all?
It looks AMAZING 😍🤩what's next? Have we done chebe?
Ohh I havent done a chebe video yet! I'm on it sis.
@@NowIAmNappy it would an interesting series too😊
Definitely do a skin patch test. I was ok, but after applying the Chebe to just my hair, the twists that touched my scalp were a little irritated but nothing serious. After a while it didn't bother me, so maybe there is an immunity build up? This was an aloe juice infusion, not oil. HTH 🙂
@@VFEdge I use chebe and I like it. It's not for the scalp but for the strands.
@@jackywairegi2316 Right, that's what I wrote, I applied it to my hair but whatever is on your hair will touch your scalp especially if you put on a scarf, cap or headwrap. Hope that clarifies things. God richly bless you and have a great day! So beautiful outside! 🙂
Thank you I will be trying this!!!
Fenugreek is also an African herb popular in Northern Africa.
💚💚💚💚
I love your channel.
Im going to make this ASAP! But should i follow the directions in the video or in the description box because they are different
LOL oh lord I was typing too quickly. I just updated the direction in the description box. Everything should be accurate now.
I will purchase this and your coffee oil
Thank you for this video. Is there an all natural preservative that can be used? I am going to make this right now for my hair without the Geogard Ultra and just make sufficient to last for one use.
We have to be very careful with Geogard Ultra because it contains sodium benzoate and sodium benzoate produces a carcinogen called benzene. Benzene has been linked to an increased risk of cancer, according to the FDA. (a carcinogen is a substance capable of causing cancer)
Don't get me wrong, NowIamNappy. I enjoy all of your videos and would like for you to be around a long time to continue providing us with all of the good tutorials; that's my reason for pointing this out to you. So, please don't think I am trying to bash you. Honey, it defeats the purpose of making an all natural conditioner or shampoo, etc and including an unnatural ingredients that can cause health problems.
I have seen many tutorials showing how to make natural products but they add harmful additives such as preservatives.
Thanks again for this video.. Cheers!
I know this was commented a long time ago but just in case anyone sees this and gets scared of the ingredient. Geogard ultra is considered a natural broad spectrum preservative. And there is a possibility that it will create benzene ONLY IF it is combined with ascorbic acid/ vitamin c. It doesn’t do it on its own. It’s honestly a safe ingredient when used the way it’s intended to be used. As long as your formula doesn’t contain ascorbic acid it’s perfectly fine.
I love these videos!
Hello, I have been practicing making my products, and the preservative usage rate and how to correctly calculate has always been a concern for me to get it right. What calculation do you use?
Where are you purchasing your preservatives from? They should come with an SDS form, sometimes on the website, of what percentage to use. The optiphen plus I use at 1% of the mixture, the Geogard Ultra you can use at .75% to 2% of your mixture
I don't know why fenugreek makes my low porosity hair stiff like I had a protein treatment. I wish I could use it. But, my hair loves Ambunu!
Its ok, not everything will work for everyone and fenugreek does have something strengthening properties. I'm curious of you tried hydrating it like this before? Also if you want to try this recipe just skip out on the fenugreek and increase the aloe or ambunu water.
Fenugreek does not work for me either.
It does make my hair hard but it feels really strong afterwards..i add more aloevera gel(fresh one) and it makes all the difference!alternatively you can add a moisturizing deep conditioner in your fenugreek paste or powder!
So creamy 😍
Hey hun, question what about if I don’t have these preservatives the geogard Ultra and the optiphen plus what can I use instead ?
Would it be able to work with just this one Phenoxyethanol Preservative ?
Nice video but base on the about of preservatives used how long does this preservation the conditioner .Also if I was to preserve it for 6month or year how much preservatives are needed.
So unfortunately this is going to require some testing. Each preservative i'm using has a shelf life of one year. But when you use all natural products bacteria can still grow quickly. The best thing I can recommend is to keep the product and test if yourself or send it to a lab to see how long it can last. That's why whenever I formulate my deep conditioners for selling I purchase extracts from suppliers that know how to preserve properly. These DIYs I'm creating will last a few months if preserved properly however, the true test will come with time.
Great video!! I really want you to try making this conditioner but I’m not sure where I can purchase the Geogard ultra.
I purchased it here www.formulatorsampleshop.com/Geogard-Ultra-p/fssb22048.htm
@@NowIAmNappy thank you!!
I thought ur shampoo bars was gourmet chocolate. I was ready to order. hahaha
If I do not have preservatives how long will this last in the refrigerator
Can you use any preservative? I have Germaben II
Yep that works!!
Definitely will try this. I have whole fenugreek seeds instead of the powder, if I blend/grind the seeds will it have the same effect ?
Yes, it will. Just pulverize into fine powder and work from there.😊
Instead of using this as a deep conditioner, can it be used as a leave -in?
It’s kind of heavy, but if your hair likes it why not
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Why did you use two different perservatives? Can I only use optiphen for both? I don't have geoguard
Did you only use the opti because that's all I have
Nice Nice. How many grams was this batch?
Another great diy...Does temperature matter when you add the Geogard?
Nope, you can add it at any stage, heated or cool down.
What’s the shelf life ??
I love ambunu. I just got some from sahel cosmetics. Contact her .
Please sell me a container of this conditioner. I would love to try this. I love ALL OF YOUR VIDEOS. PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE SEND ME A SAMPLE!!@
Can i soak Ambunu powder overnight instead of 30mins?
Where did you purchase your geogard from?
I purchased from here www.formulatorsampleshop.com/Geogard-Ultra-p/fssb22048.htm
@@NowIAmNappy Thank you very much!
@@NowIAmNappy do they sell other ingredients used in the video?
Hi, is it possible to give me the measurement by spoonfuls
Been looking for Ambunu in 🇨🇦 ☹ sadly I've not found, can only order from US.
Really that’s interesting, especially because it was originally found in Africa. I’ll look for you as well
@@NowIAmNappy thank you. Might just end up getting from Amazon.com cos I really want to try all this amazing recipe you have created using the Ambunu leaves
For how long it will last ?
May I try you sample?
I have BTMS 225 , how much would i use?
Double them out used
@@NowIAmNappy do you mean double the amount ?
Why did you use 2 preservatives?
Can I use citric acid for the preservative, and what can I substitute for the babassu oil & geogard ultra?🤔
What preservatives do you currently have? some substitutes for babassu oil are palm oil, kokum butter, coconut oil, tallow, macadamia nut butter,
No, citric acid is not a preservative and could mess up the ph of your product and cause skin irritation. If you don't want to use a preservative, just make small batches to last for a week refrigerated. Also, double bag the container the product is in to keep bacteria and mold from possibly contaminating your product.
You can probably use any oil you want to use that works for you. Just remember that if you sub out a much thinner or thicker oil or butter the consistency of the product may change also. HTH 🙂
What is Ambula
Its an African herb that produces a gel-like substance . Check out the first video I did on ambunu.
Good evening! Does anyone know where to buy optiphen plus in the UK?
Maybe try Amazon...hope that helps
Hi Claudia not sure if you succeeded in purchasing your preservative, but the one I use here in the U.K. I purchase from Naissance, it’s Preservative Eco (N° 829) and it works perfectly well. I’ve been using it with NIAN’s hair recipes. I googled beforehand what was the equivalent to the optiphen plus here in the U.K. and that’s what came up. Hope this helps.
Just sell me buy some, please!
I am emailing the supplier about bulk ingredients for Ambunu
@@NowIAmNappy I would definitely be ordering. I'm trying to go more towards the Ayurvedic method but I'm lazy. Maybe when I retire next year. BTW I love your videos!