Henna, sidr, ghassoul: the Moroccan hair routine

Long before modern shampoos, Moroccan women cared for their hair with plant powders and clay. Four ingredients form the heart of this natural routine.

Sidr for a gentle wash

Jujube leaf powder contains natural saponins. Mixed with warm water, it makes a lightly foaming paste that cleans the scalp without stripping it. Leave 10–20 minutes, rinse.

Ghassoul to purify

This Atlas clay absorbs excess sebum — ideal for oily scalps. Mixed with rose water, it's applied as a mask before a thorough rinse.

Henna to coat and shine

Henna coats the fibre, adds body and shine and leaves copper glints. For care without strong colour, mix half and half with sidr and shorten the leave-in time.

Tebrima to scent

A blend of pounded aromatic herbs, tebrima is added to masks to leave a warm, lasting scent in the hair.

A typical routine

Once a week: argan oil bath on the lengths for 30 minutes, then wash with sidr or ghassoul. Once a month: a henna and tebrima mask. Always finish with a drop of argan oil on the ends.

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