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Scents are powerful. Take a moment and think to the first time you smelled chocolate or something that brings up happy feelings within you, where were you? We bet you can remember the place, and maybe, even the day. It’s not uncommon for us to think of memories when we are faced with a smell. There has been research done that shows that the reason for this phenomenon is that scents hit our olfactory bulb first which is connected to areas of the brain that relate to emotion and memory. The result? That nostalgic moment whenever you get a whiff of an aroma. 

This small rant brings us to today’s post: making a DIY Shampoo and Conditioner scent for this summer. Seasonal smell is one of the best scent memories. When we think winter, we think cinnamon spice; When we think fall, we think pumpkin. So why not make a scent true to you, that will remind you of all the great memories you’re going to make over the next several weeks? This way, when the weather gets a bit chillier, you can take a long smell of the DIY Shampoo (or the conditioner) and be brought back to endless days and smiles. 

The Dynamic Duo

Now, let’s get to crafting the smells that will make Summer 2017 everlasting. Keep in mind, you can change out the essential oils you use in order to make the scent fit you, but keep the ratios the same to ensure the perfect balance!

Seaside Suds Shampoo

Breathe in sunny, crisp days at the beach no matter what the month is with this  DIY Shampoo!

What You Need:

How To Make: 

1. First, melt the coconut oil 
2. Then, mix together all ingredients in a jar or bowl to combine
3. Place in a plastic shampoo bottle or Alumium 500 mL Bottle and Cap and use as needed when showering for scents of the summer!

Creamy Coconut Conditioner 

What’s more summer-oriented than the smell of coconuts infused with floral and citrus notes? 

What You Need:

How To Make: 

Add ingredients to a bowl and use an electric mixer on high to combine. The mixture should become fluffy. Store in a glass jar!

There you go, two deliciously scented hair companions that will elicit feelings of summer happiness all year round!