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Cassia obovata is safe to use on over relaxed, bleached and dyed hair and can last anytime from a few shampoos to permanently. It will give dark hair a conditioning effect and blonde hair a color boost. If you wish to dye or condition hair with Cassia obovata, read on.
Steps
Choose the type of Cassia obovata you want to use. Premixed Cassia obovata requires less effort but may not be completely pure (it may contain rhubarb root), and powdered Cassia obovata takes more time but allows you to have a more customized mix. When you have made your decision, follow the instructions under the relevant section below.
After you're done, rinse out the Cassia obovata with a sulfate-free shampoo and/or conditioner. You can use sulfate-containing hair products after you first rinse it out, but if you haven't washed it out it might strip the Cassia obovata from your hair.
Premixed Cassia
Read the ingredients list on your Cassia obovata. Your 'Cassia obovata' may not be cassia at all if it is premixed. If Cassia obovata is not on the ingredients list, but Cinnamomum cassia is, you've got the wrong type of cassia. Look at the other ingredients. Are there any metallic dyes? What about herbs? It is important to research any additional ingredients and their effects. Always strand test premixed cassia!
Follow the instructions on the box or back of the jar. Read them very carefully. You may add in herbs, but if you do, remember to strand test!
Cassia obovata powder
Put the powder in a large bowl. This is where you will make your fully customized Cassia obovata mix.
Mix in a liquid. Research the pros and cons of each liquid before mixing and decide which one will provide your desired effect. You can use anything from Chamomile tea to hot water or even champagne! If you're short on time, try chamomile tea for a fast dye release. If you have a lot of time, try lemon juice for a rich stain. The liquid does not have to be acidic, but most people find acidic mixes stain better.
Add in other herbs. While this step is optional, it's fun and potentially rewarding to experiment with different herbs for scent, tone and conditioning that suits your own hair type. Some suggestions include: Unbleached chamomile leaves can be a great blonde booster. Cinnamon can add warm red or auburn tones. Powdered cloves can mask the cassia scent. Rhubarb root, like cassia, contains a large amount of Chrysophanic acid, which makes it stain yellow so it's great to enhance the blonde. This will also stain your hands or clothes, so take care!
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