Whether you are looking to up your scalpcare game or grow healthy curls, an herbal tea rinse detox is a great way to get started. At Haiama Beauty, we are big believers in the benefits and power of natural and organic herbs -- plants are powerful. Tea rinses can be beneficial to stimulate hair growth, calm inflammation or irritation, antifungal or antimicrobial properties or even reduce hair shedding or hairloss.
What is Tea Rinsing?
Tea rinsing is the practice of brewing herbs in hot water to release the medicinal properties. That concentrate is then applied directly to the hair and/or scalp as another method of applying the nutrients as opposed to an oil or conditioner for example. Note: Tea Rinses are not formulated to drink, they are meant to brew ahead and apply only to the hair and scalp.
What is the difference between the Haiama Beauty tea rinse detox blends?
Our organic Grow & Retain Hair Tea is specially formulated to tackle hair shedding caused by stress or postpartum hormones while actively stimulating growth. This powerful organic tea for hair growth features caffeinated White Peony Tea leaves, known to block DHT—the hormone responsible for loosening hair follicles from the scalp. Lavender enhances the blend by stimulating the scalp and encouraging healthy growth.
If you have an unbalanced, itchy, or irritated scalp, our Condition & Calm Hair Tea is exactly what you need. This soothing hair tea rinse features a powerful blend of organic botanicals designed to neutralize scalp irritation, support hair growth, and improve follicle retention. It gently conditions your strands with the help of time-tested Ayurvedic herbs—and leaves your hair smelling lemony fresh.
When should you apply a tea rinse?
It's best applied on clean hair, freshly shampooed before your conditioner step. Leaving it in your hair for 15-20 minutes. Some tea rinses can be applied and left to sit with a conditioner or mask on top, like our Grow & Retain Hair Tea or Condition & Calm Hair Tea. Check out more detailed steps below.
How to Brew & Apply a Haiama Tea Rinse Detox
Step 1: Brew Ahead
- Combine 1tbsp of tea with 8oz of just-boiled water in a heat-safe, pourable vessel. For a more concentrated steep, cover with a small dish.
- Let cool to room temperature, then strain out leaves
- Pour antioxidant tea rinse in applicator bottle
- For added cleansing, add 2 tbsp Organic Apple Cider Vinegar to cooled tea
Step 2: Application
- After shampooing, apply, prioritizing the scalp, and massage in. Then apply your favorite deep conditioning treatment, like our Shine & Moisture Mask.
- Cover hair with plastic cap and leave in for 20–40 mins. For best results, use a heated cap or cover with towel
- Finger detangle curls and rinse out
Whether you're exploring new teas for hair growth or looking for a gentle, effective boost to your hair care regimen, these herbal infusions are a simple and powerful step.