Make a paste of Shikakai, apply all over scalp hair, massage to form a slight lather, keep for a few minutes rinse off. Or make a decoction of Shikakai by boiling a few large tablespoons in a liter of water till water reduces to half. Strain out the Shikakai using a sieve or piece of cloth, use the decoction all over scalp entire length of hair, massage, leave on for a few minutes then rinse off.
A paste of Amla, Reetha Shikakai can be applied all over hair and scalp, massage to make lather, leave on for a few minutes, rinse off. This works as a natural hair wash and hair conditioner at the same time. Reetha cleans, Amla gives gloss shine and Shikakai conditions making hair soft manageable. Or you can boil all three in equal amounts and use the decoction as pure herbal shampoo. Use a glass container to boil. Take care to see that Shikakai does not enter the eyes. Rinse off immediately. hours. Rinse with plain water. Oil and shampoo next day.