How to Prepare Rosemary for Hair
Rinse fresh rosemary with cool water., Hold 4 to 6 stems of rosemary upside-down by the stems., Strip off the weaker, lower leaves with your fingernails., Place the rosemary in a paper sack with the stems extending through the open end of the bag...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Rinse fresh rosemary with cool water.
Shake to remove excess water, and then place the rosemary between paper towels to dry. -
Step 2: Hold 4 to 6 stems of rosemary upside-down by the stems.
Gather the rosemary into a bunch. , Leave the upper leaves, which are more pungent. , Gather the bag around the stems, then secure the bag and stems with a string or rubber band. ,, Discard the stems and place the dry leaves in a resealable plastic bag or airtight container. -
Step 3: Strip off the weaker
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Step 4: lower leaves with your fingernails.
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Step 5: Place the rosemary in a paper sack with the stems extending through the open end of the bag.
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Step 6: Hang the rosemary in a warm
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Step 7: dry room for at least 2 weeks
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Step 8: or until the leaves are dry and brittle.
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Step 9: Pull the leaves from the stems.
Detailed Guide
Shake to remove excess water, and then place the rosemary between paper towels to dry.
Gather the rosemary into a bunch. , Leave the upper leaves, which are more pungent. , Gather the bag around the stems, then secure the bag and stems with a string or rubber band. ,, Discard the stems and place the dry leaves in a resealable plastic bag or airtight container.
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