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HairRevolution!

Educational Literature

Introducing a 100% Natural Plant based Method for Healing your Crown Chakra

30 Days to Detox

90 Days to Radiant,

Luxurious Hair

A Simply Pure Cure for Creating Beauty

Antonio Morrocco Founder/Developer of Morrocco Method Int’l

www.5elementshaircare.com

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Table of Contents Hair Revolution – Training Manual

Introduction 2 Chapter 1: Shampooing Your Hair 4

Our Shampoos: Simply Raw, Pure Ingredients 4

How Much and How Often 7

Shampoo Washing Technique 7

Alternate uses for 5 Element Shampoos 10

FAQ 11

Shampooing Testimonials 12

Chapter 2: Conditioners & Elixirs 14

How to condition and final touches 14

Morrocco Method 5 Elements Conditioners 15

Mousse abuse: getting educated to the dangers of styling aids 18

Our Elixirs 24

Ingredients. 30

Chapter 3: Hair Brushing and Scalp Massage 35

How to brush your hair 36

When to brush your hair 37

Care for Morrocco Method international brushes 37

Massaging the scalp and hair 38

The scalp massager technique 38

FAQ 39

Chapter 4: Detoxification & Zen Detox Hair and Scalp Therapy 42

The importance of detoxification 42

Eating more water food 43

Exercise! 44

The breathing exercise 45

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Hair revolution and detoxing 45

Hair and skin products 46

Zen Detox: a deeper way to detoxify 47

Our recommended zen spa detox ritual 50

Summary of our Hair revolution detox plan 52

Chapter 5: Morrocco Method Henna 54

Before we get carried away 54

Henna application 55

For first time users of MM henna 57

How to use MM Henna 57

How to prepare Henna 58

A step-by-step guide to applying your henna 58

Basic Henna application 59

“New to MM Henna” 63

Chapter 6: Theory and Style of Blunt Style Cutting 66

Chapter 7: Chi Gong & Aura 68

Why is this life force so important? 68

There are two types of Chi/Ether 69

How can humans build up their postnatal chi? 69

What role does human hair play in postnatal chi energy? 70

Danger! Hair transplants kill your brain 72

Chapter 8: Hair Cutting and the Lunar Cycle 74

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Chapter One

Shampooing Your Hair

Use 5 Elements for Ultimate Results

Our Shampoos: Simply Pure Vegan, Organic Ingredients

Morrocco Method Int’l Shampoos are a synergistic blend of natural and organic botanicals,

marine proteins, herbs, and minerals. We carefully select minerals and wild crafted organic

herbs and oils to harness their natural power by using the 13-moon lunar astrology cycle.

We harvest and formulate according to this cycle to maximize their potency. Our botanicals

are also purchased in fair trade agreements to help the men and women who grow and

harvest them for our benefit.

They are designed to be:

RECONSTRUCTIVE

CONDITIONING

STIMULATING

REJUVENATING

REVITALIZING

The shampoos of our Morrocco Method International line are excellent for dry hair,

split ends, grey and thinning hair, dandruff, and for re-growing hair post-surgery. Because

they are color-safe, non-allergenic, and non-toxic, they are used in hospitals and for people

who have chemical sensitivities.

Our shampoos are also great as body washes, scrubs, facial cleansers, even for shaving!

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EARTH · Earth Essence Holistic Organic Shampoo

For Oily to Normal Hair and Scalp

Aqua. Pure Southwestern White Clays (Rejuvenating & Restorative), Micronized Grey

Kaolin Clay (Absorbs Impurities), Red & Brown Clays (Cleansing & Stimulating), Natural

Soapbark from Chile, Chinese Green Tea from Shanghai, Cactus from Mexico (Rich Natural

Foaming & Cleansing Botanicals), Blood of the Dragon (Reconstructive Rare Botanical

Protein, Encourages Healthy Hair Growth), Aloe Vera & Irish Moss (Nourishing &

Moisturizing), Red, Brown & White Algae Extracts (absorbs impurities and protects),

Organic Raw Apple Cider Vinegar with Live Enzymes and 92 Trace Minerals (Natural

Preservative), Essential Oils of Eucalyptus, Myrrh, Rosemary, Sage, Sesame and Vetiver

FIRE · Apple Cider Vinegar Natural Holistic Shampoo

For All Hair and Scalp Types

Aqua. Organic, Raw, Unfiltered, Unpasteurized Apple Cider Vinegar (Live Enzymes, used as

a Natural Preservative), Aloe Vera & Irish Moss (Nourishing & Moisturizing), Natural

Soapbark from Chile, Chinese Green Tea from Shanghai, Cactus from Mexico (Rich Natural

Foaming & Cleansing Botanicals), Blood of the Dragon (Reconstructive Rare Botanical

Protein, Encourages Healthy Hair Growth), Brown & Red Algae and Kelp (absorbs

impurities, stimulates & protects), 92 Trace Minerals (Natural Preservative), Essential Oils

of Almond, Ginger, Lemon Verbena, Sesame and Tangerine

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AIR · Pine Shale Holistic Organic Shampoo

For All Hair and Scalp Types and Colored or Treated Hair

Aqua. Rich, Pale Sulfonated Shale Oil—NOT A TAR (Rejuvenating & Restorative), Aloe Vera

& Irish Moss (Nourishing & Moisturizing), Natural Soapbark from Chile, Chinese Green Tea

from Shanghai, Cactus from Mexico (Rich Natural Foaming & Cleansing Botanicals), Blood

of the Dragon (Reconstructive Rare Botanical Protein, Encourages Healthy Hair Growth),

Brown, Red & White Algae and Marine Proteins (absorbs impurities), Organic Raw Apple

Cider Vinegar with Live Enzymes and 92 Trace Minerals (Natural Preservative), Essential

Oils of Cedar Wood, Sandalwood, Spruce and Vetiver

WATER · Sea Essence Organic Holistic Shampoo

For Dry to Normal Hair and Scalp Types

Aqua. Marine Proteins of: Kelp, Nori, Kombu, Fucus & Sea Silk (Rejuvenating &

Revitalizing), French Red, Brown & White Algae, Klamath Lake Blue Green Algae

(Nourishes & Protects), Natural Soapbark from Chile, Chinese Green Tea from Shanghai,

Cactus from Mexico (Rich Natural Foaming & Cleansing Botanicals), Blood of the Dragon

(Reconstructive Rare Botanical Protein, Encourages Healthy Hair Growth), Aloe Vera &

Irish Moss (Nourishing & Moisturizing), Organic Raw Apple Cider Vinegar with Live

Enzymes and 92 Trace Minerals (Natural Preservative), Essential Oils of Myrrh, Rosemary,

Safflower, Sage, Sesame and Vetiver

Contrary to conventional wisdom, it is not necessary to purchase a special formula for

dry or oily hair. These “special purpose” shampoos simply include even more harmful, toxic

additives. Many of our customers find that, after following the Morrocco Method-

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recommended shampooing technique and rotating our four shampoos, excessive oily or

dry scalps even out and the natural balance of scalp and hair get restored.

How Much and How Often?

At first glance, the recommendation by the shampoo industry that we shampoo our hair

twice each session sounds like a gimmick to sell more shampoo. But there actually is value

in this recommendation. A perfect shampoo is achieved in two parts. The first time, the

shampoo cleans the dirt, dead cells, and dust from the hair and scalp. When you stop here,

you’re likely to massage all that back into the hair, scalp, and follicle openings if you

shampooed only once. The clogging debris could retard new hair growth and severely

damage the oil glands, upsetting the natural fall-out and reproductive cycles of your hair.

Once your hair and scalp are clean, the second shampooing and massage stimulates the

blood flow to the scalp and opens the hair follicles, allowing the blood vessels to feed each

root, bulb, and hair shaft, nourishing the entire follicle and activating the sebaceous glands.

This ensures the proper lubrication and distribution of your own natural oils to the entire

scalp and hair shafts. A natural coating of oil is vital to the maintenance of a healthy scalp

and hair. It keeps the outer layer of hair lubricated and prevents drying, which is the

excessive evaporation of moisture. The Morrocco Method recommends the following

therapeutic technique for washing your hair:

Shampoo Washing Technique:

STEP ONE:

Wet your hair and apply a nickel-sized portion of shampoo to your scalp. Massage it lightly

into your hair and scalp, and then rinse thoroughly, using warm water.

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STEP TWO:

After rinsing, take a quarter-size portion of the same shampoo and massage it gently into

your clean hair and scalp for a second cleansing, leave it in for 1-5 minutes, then rinse

thoroughly, finishing with a cool rinse. Towel dry your hair and scalp thoroughly. Your hair

is now ready to be brushed and styled.

Ideally, your shampooing regimen should contain three or more organic shampoos that are

rotated regularly. Over a period of time, the scalp and hair can become resistant and even

immune to a single shampoo, upsetting the alkaline pH balance. Regularly alternating

shampoos helps to keep the hair and scalp receptive and responsive, insuring a thorough

cleansing and nourishing every time they are used.

There are a number of schemes to rotate your shampoos. You might rotate them

according to how they smell, or what you or your hairdresser thinks needs to be addressed

in your hair’s condition. There are even Chinese and Japanese daily element calendars that

tell you what element is most dominant for that day! (See the appendices at the end for

details on how you can buy one.) But that can be a bother. I recommend that you set up

your shampoos up in a row in your shower. Each time you shampoo, pick the one on the

right and replace it on the left to ensure you cycle through them evenly. Order is not

important, as long as you alternate all four regularly.

When it comes to the frequency of shampooing, so many conflicting views have been

written on the subject of shampooing that many people are thoroughly confused. While

some say it is best to shampoo every day, others insist that daily shampooing dries and

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damages the hair. Fortunately it is not as complicated as it seems. There is a simple,

common sense rule to follow, and it is this:

Observe your hair and decide for yourself how often you need to shampoo it.

Some people are comfortable shampooing their hair as often as twice a day. For others,

shampooing just once a day is too much—it depletes the natural oils on their hair and

scalp, and it is too drying. For many, shampooing every other day maintains a healthier

chemical balance of both scalp and hair. However, if your brushing habits are correct and

consistent, you may be able to extend your shampooing regimen to once every three or

four days. Any of these regimens can be effective for you. As long as your new hair is

maintaining its luster, health, and vitality, the regimen you are using is right for you.

Upon first using our shampoos, many customers report that is it difficult to completely

rinse the shampoo out, or they find wax-like “gunk” or build-up in their hair after

showering. If this happens to you, rest assured it is a totally normal part of the

detoxification process (our Zen Detox treatment and detoxification is discussed in Chapter

Seven). The shampoos are working to remove chemicals from other products and

processes like perms and coloring, and to repair damage from blow dryers, curling irons,

and straighteners. It’s important to be patient and persistent—usually this phases lasts no

more than a couple weeks, and soon you will emerge on the “other side” and discover truly

luxurious hair!

However, if the build-up persists, the shampoos may be too concentrated, especially if

you have long, thick hair. Try diluting the shampoos in water (about equal parts shampoo

to water) so they rinse out easier. You’ll also make the shampoos last a lot longer this way.

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In some cases, the build-up is due to “hard water” with lots of ions and chemicals in it.

You can get easy-to-install showerhead filters to solve this problem; we have a Pure

Shower Filtration System available on MorroccoMethod.com. Finally, pay attention to how

you’re washing your hair. Make sure you are taking the time to really work the shampoo

into your scalp and hair and rinse it thoroughly, finishing with a cool rinse after the second

shampoo.

In the end, your shampoo ritual should result in hair that is reconstructed, conditioned,

stimulated, revitalized, and rejuvenated. Mentally, it should also work to clear and relax

your mind and energize your attitude and entire body. All of the shampoos you use should

be color-safe, excellent for dry hair and split ends, kind to grey or white hair, should not

cause dandruff, and safe to use after any medical procedure.

Alternate Uses for Five Element Shampoos

Because the Morrocco Method is holistic, our shampoos—like the rest of our products—

don’t have to be restricted to only your hair and scalp, or only to you, even. Here are some

other ways our customers have used our shampoos:

Facial cleansers, scrubs, and exfoliants

o As our shampoos have ingredients that cleanse, rejuvenate, and restore, they are

excellent to use on your skin to clear up inflammations and maintain a healthy,

natural glow. We recommend using Earth Essence or Sea Essence with warm water

to wash your face daily. These shampoos will penetrate and clean deep into your

skin without killing natural bacteria that is essential for a healthy immune system.

Make-up remover

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o Many of our customers also use the Earth Essence and Sea Essence Shampoos to

gently remove make-up.

Body wash

o Again, because our products are all-natural and holistic, you can use them on your

entire body. Our customers rave about using them as body washes and scrubs!

Hand soap

o All four of our shampoos can be used as gentle and effective hand soaps. Try each

one to find a personal preference.

Babies and children

o We absolutely recommend using Morrocco Method Shampoos on your entire family!

All-natural botanicals will absorb the chemicals and pollutants your children are

exposed to every day. They are 100% safe for children and will give them healthy,

luxurious hair from Day One!

Pets

o You might be surprised how many chemicals can be found in “natural” pet products.

Customers from all around the world are thrilled with the results they see using our

shampoos on dogs, cats, even horses and other animals.

Frequently Asked Questions about Morrocco Method Shampoos

Q: What’s wrong with all the chemicals in “normal” shampoos?

A: So many of the chemicals in most of shampoos are highly toxic and have been linked

to numerous health problems. You can be assured that the plant-based chemicals in

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Morrocco Method products are safe and truly all-natural. For more information about

chemicals and natural/holistic products, check out the great educational resources on

our website at www.morroccomethod.com/resource.shtml.

Q: How will your products work on African-American hair?

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Our products are good for all hair types and will give excellent results. It’s common

for African-Americans to use lots of toxic chemical processes, such as hair relaxers

and straighteners. If your hair has been subjected to these chemicals, you may expect

a longer detox process, so it may seem like your hair isn’t getting better, but it’s

important to be patient and persistent, as my many African-American clients and

customers will testify to getting excellent results with Morrocco Method products.

Q: I get a lot of tangles in my hair after shampooing, what should I do?

A:

Tangles are usually the result of lack of conditioning and moisture. Use our Euro Oil

treatment more often (explained in Ch. X), and try rubbing a few drops through your

hair after shampooing.

Q: What’s apple cider vinegar rinse, what does it do, and how should I use it?

A:

Apple cider vinegar may already be in your kitchen and it is great to use on your hair.

Mix some with water and spray or rinse it through your hair after shampooing to

restore shine and moisture. The rinse will also work to balance the pH of your hair.

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Glowing Testimonials about Our Shampoos

You know that old saying, "you don't know what you've got until it's gone"? Well, how

true it is!

I have been using MM about 3 months now and recently waited too long to re-order.

During this week w/o all these products, my hair immediately became dull, flat, thin feeling

and very, very dry. I was about to go insane waiting for my shipment. When it arrived, I

shampooed three times (couldn't help myself) and gave a generous dousing of both

conditioning mists. In an instant my hair completely revived! And I'm not exaggerating!

For anyone out there who is skeptical of MM, all you need to do is try the products a

while and then go without, and just watch what happens to your hair. MM is something I

cannot and will not live without.

–Laura M., Miami, FL

Every day since I have used the shampoo and the Chi conditioner, I have received

compliments. Today was the coup de grâce, when I was told that I had beautiful hair; I have

not been told anything remotely like that for 20 years!

–Lou Ann

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Chapter Two:

100% Natural Conditioners,

How to Condition & and Final Touches

Conditioning and moisturizing your hair with natural herbs, spices and oils is an

excellent time-proven practice that has been used for thousands of years in both ancient

and modern cultures throughout the world, and is a vital part of Morrocco Method’s ideal

regimen for the optimal care and maintenance of your hair.

For thousands of years tribal folks have conditioned their hair using their native

local plants and oils as home-made elixirs. When the men would go foraging, hunting, or

fishing they would soak their hair with local plant oils. Meanwhile, the women in the

villages would soak their scalps and hair with oils and braided their hair, leaving these

natural elixirs in for days at a time. This makes total sense from the ancient science of

Ayurveda. Especially in times of change and movement, oil has a calming – or VATA

pacifying - effect. For the men out in the wilderness, it would also help them to stay quiet

and focused. When it comes to the oils we have grown more familiar with, Hawaiians

would use coconut oils, Italians and the whole of the Mediterranean use Olive oils,

Africans would use Banana oils, and south Americans would use avocado as well as other

oils. But, even in the towns and villages of our early European ancestors, the rituals of

high holy days and seasonal ceremonies performed in all strata of society - from Royalty

to local peasants – often included using exotic oil elixirs for ones hair and scalp. In the

Ayurveda of India and Tibet, they have an amazing psycho-spiritual ritual of pouring a

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fine stream of warmed sesame oil and other nurturing substances on to the third eye and

let it flow over the entire scalp. This was done not only for healing any number of head

and brain maladies. It was also done to prepare men and women for going into deep

states of meditation. It brings more light into our third eye and crown chakras.

So, conditioning was not just invented by shampoo companies to have you use

another product. At the same time, because our modern ways have departed so far from

the natural elements and rhythms, most people think of conditioners as the white creamy

stuff that they put on after their shampoo. The problem is that this creamy stuff is just as

if not more toxic than the toxic shampoos loaded with SLS and the other chemicals

mentioned above. What makes them even worse, though, is that what makes them

capable of giving your hair that smooth, flowing look, is WAX! So, not only do you have

harmful chemicals damaging your hair and seeping into your scalp, the waxy build-up on

the follicles suffocates your hair, blocking the ch’I. The end result – lifeless hair,

guaranteed. My best recommendation with these conditioners is to chuck in the nearest

wastebasket.

Morrocco Method 5 Elements Conditioners

As far as conditioners go, some people, thinking that “thick” is the important

feature of a conditioner, hear others recommending using honey as a simple, natural

conditioner. However, I don’t recommend using honey as a hair conditioner. As it is too

thick, heavy and will eventually plug up ones pores and upset ones growth patterns. Then

there are others that think “thin” and “light,” like using apple cider vinegar. In fact, apple

cider vinegar is a rinse that can be put in, then removed immediately after shampooing. It

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can be helpful in getting ones ph and alkaline balance back to normal. But, there is no

benefit for leaving it in.

Morrocco Method International has taken ALL the guesswork out of how to choose

a conditioner. We have them for all types of hair and for all types of conditions. Using

simply pure raw/vegan ingredients, our conditioners are synergistic blends of 100 %

plant based natural and wild crafted organic botanicals, marine proteins, herbs, spices

and minerals.

Like our shampoos, our conditioners are reconstructive as well as conditioning

and have the added benefits of being stimulating, rejuvenating, and revitalizing. They are

excellent for Dry, Split Ends, Grey, Dandruff & Post-Surgery · Color Safe, Non-Allergenic,

Non-Toxic.

As you have learned to rotate our four shampoos, similarly you should rotate our

Five Conditioners to encourage healthy hair growth and Optimum Hair Rejuvenation.

Chi Instant Hair Conditioner – Our post shampoo conditioner

This is the conditioner to leave beside your bath or in your shower. Leave in 3-15 minutes.

Our Chi instant hair conditioner can also be used as our 5th shampoo.

A Synergistic Blend of 100% Natural and Organic Botanicals, Herbs, Sea Plants and Marine

Proteins of Kelp, Nori, Kombu and Fucus. Wild Crafted Organic Botanicals: Blood of the Dragon

“Sangre de Dragon” (Restorative and Rare Conditioning Herb, Encourages Healthy Hair

Growth) Simply Pure Cactus, Green Tea and Olive Oil. Crystals from Tibetan liquefied into a

Crystalline Organic Herbal Base with Extracts of Herbs and Spices. Organic Raw Unfiltered

Apple Cider Vinegar with Live Enzymes and 92 Trace Minerals (Natural Preservative)

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Diamond Crystal Mist Instant Hair Conditioner

This is a Spray-on and leave-in conditioner – use anytime on wet or dry hair. A totally

multi-purpose and holistic product, Diamond Crystal Mist is also a moisturizer and a

body deodorant. Top models use Diamond Crystal spray during photo shoots. Simply

spritz on ones face for a instant moisturizing and glamorous effect. It is also great as a

body deodorant under arms or anywhere else on ones body.

Ingredients: Pure Artesian Well Water. Wild Crafted Organic Crystals from the Foothills of

the Himalayan Mountain Ranges of Tibet and India, liquefied into a Crystalline Organic

Herbal Base with Extracts of Wild Rose, Jasmine, Sandalwood, Myrrh and Shikekai.

Volumizer Mist Conditioner & Hair Spray

This is a spray-on and leave-in conditioner – use anytime on wet or dry hair. Volumizer

Mist may be used directly after showering on your wet hair. Shake well before using,

spray, and then brush your hair into the desired style. Allow it to dry. This will result in

thicker, more manageable hair. You can brush again once dry to give an even fuller

look. Then just give your final style a light second spraying, and you are ready to go for

the day. On dry hair, you can use our natural hairspray any time of the day. Simply

spray on and brush into your desired style. You can do this several times a day if you

wish.

Ingredients: Pure Artesian Well Water. Organic Grapeseed Extract infused in Cold Pressed,

Unrefined, Pure Essential Oils of Wild Rose, Evening Primrose, Sandalwood and Myrrh.

Our VOLUMIZER MIST is both a conditioner and natural hair spray that is used to replace

all supposedly “natural” and other toxic hair sprays, mousses and gels that are currently

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marketed. Its’ natural GRAPESEED EXTRACT has a thickening effect on your hair, thus

making for a thicker head of hair, with increased body and texture.

Your hair will be more manageable and easier to style by simply spraying it on

either wet or dry hair, then combing or brushing your hair into the style you want. Then

spray lightly once again to allow your style to settle. The thickness of your hair will

volumize naturally, resulting in the appearance of a more luxurious look to your style. Our

natural hair spray works wonders with dry, unruly, fly-away or split end hair, leaving it

noticeably more manageable than before. The essential organic oils in our VOLUMIZER

MIST will also condition, nurture and give life-healing properties to your hair and scalp, all

day and night.

Both our Diamond Crystal Mist Instant Hair Conditioner and Volumizer Mist

Conditioner & Hair Spray can be used throughout the day as both are leave in. And, as we

have said early, use them on different days to achieve maximum benefits.

Mousse Abuse: getting educated to the dangers of styling aids

I have been in the hair care business for over forty five years and have seen

everything that could possibly go wrong with a head of hair. Without question, the most

damaging commercial hair styling preparations on the market today are gels, mousses

and sprays. They are now all over, even in your local health food stores.

It is almost guaranteed that with continued use, these products will result in hair

loss. I am astounded when I see people who are only in their late teens and early twenties

who are trying to emulate "the look." By that I mean, styling their hair with gels and

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mousses in the latest fashion as worn by music and movie stars. Or being seduced by the

newest advertising ploy created by Madison Avenue in order to sell dangerous products.

"The look" will eventually cost its wearer their hair.

The chemicals in these products are entirely too powerful to be beneficial for

healthy hair. In order to create the severe look, they are loaded with polymers,

benzaldehyde and a-terpineol, to name only a few toxic compounds. Polymer is another

name for "plastic." Putting it on the hair, in the form of hair spray, for example, is no better

than applying a coat of paint. Benzaldehyde is a narcotic and used as a local anesthetic. It

is an irritant to the ear, nose, throat and skin and may cause kidney damage.

A-terpineol is highly irritating to the mucous membranes. Inhaled into the lungs

and it can cause pneumonia or even fatal edema. When these compounds-and the scores

more like them that are found in gels, mousses and sprays-are applied to the hair, they do

more than begin damaging the individual hair follicles.

Our skin is not a uniform barrier. Hair follicles, sweat and sebaceous glands are

minute holes in the derma layer. Investigations by the Oak Ridge National Laboratory in

Tennessee found that structural factors of the skin influence what chemicals may be

absorbed into our bodies. The scalp has anywhere from 40,000 to 80,000 hair follicles and

is an excellent medium for chemical absorption. These toxic compounds that enter the

body through the scalp and skin and can accumulate over time is tissue and organs, such

as the brain, causing chronically damaging effects.

The "mousse abuse" that is the current vogue is no better than putting paint on

one's hair. Hair spray is comprised of shellac, which is the primary ingredient in

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compounds for finishing furniture. I have worked as a renowned cut and color man on

literally tens of thousands of clients and I am in shock when I see the damage mousses and

gels are doing to beautiful, healthy hair.

Granted, I have the advantage of a trained eye, but the number of very young and

old film, television and recording stars who are destroying their hair with these powerful

chemicals is overwhelming. Simple look at any model, film star or magazine ad and you

will clearly see Hair Loss at an all time high. Advertisements on television and in popular

magazines feature models right up to the biggest stars that are showing the public a look

that is deadly to the hair. Not only are gels, mousses and sprays destroying the hair shaft

and risking scalp and skin damage, but the long-term effects of these chemicals have been

associated with organ damage and cancer due to absorption by the skin.

The shocking truth about these products is that even hair preparation labeled as

"natural" contain multitudes of harmful chemicals. There are no labeling laws governing

the disclosure of chemicals in cosmetics. And what ingredients that manufacturers do list

are often disguised by names that the typical consumer would be hard pressed to identify.

Go into any health food store and check out the ingredients on the products sold

there. If you cannot pronounce an ingredient it is guaranteed to be a chemical. At right is a

partial list of toxic ingredients found on products randomly selected that are sold in one

major health store.

Among the ingredients in a bottle of mousse:

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Polymer and Copolymer a Plastic - liquid plastic in a bottle. And we wear this all

day on our hair which goes into our scalp through the pores right into our blood

stream and throughout our entire body.

Mica: ground crystallized minerals that are widely used as a lubricant. If

inhaled, may be damaging and cause irritation to the lungs.

Dimethyl Ether Glycerin: a Chemical used in refrigeration.

PEG 32, PEG 40 Polyethylene Glycol/Polyethylene: these chemicals may cause

skin irritations such as hives and eczema.

Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymerl: strong irritants.

Aminomethyly propanol: an alcohol made from various nitrogen compounds.

Due to its high alkalinity, prolonged exposure may cause skin irritations.

Benzophenone 4: This ingredient is used to make the fragrance in the product

last longer and keep it from breaking down when exposed to light. It may

produce hives and other sensitivity problems.

Ammonium Hydroxide: essentially, ammonia water. It is irritating to the eyes

and mucous membranes and can cause hair to break.

Polyquaternium-11: a quaternary ammonium compound used as a

preservative, surfactant or sanitizer. These compounds are toxic and even low

concentrations can be irritating to the eyes and mucous membranes.

Among the ingredients in styling gel:

Polymer & Copolymer: a plastic. Liquid plastic in a tube.

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PEG 40: a skin irritant, as found in mousse.

Methyl Paraben: a preservative with extensive antimicrobial properties. It has

been associated with allergic reactions.

Butyl Paraben: an antifungal agent.

Phenoxyethanol: used as a fixative for perfumes, bactericide, and insect

repellents. In its undiluted state it is a highly strong eye irritant.

Tetrasodium EDTA: a powdered sodium salt that is reactive with metal. If

ingested, it may deplete the body of calcium.

In an Aerosol Finishing Hair Spray:

Alcohol: with repeated usage it can dry the skin and hair and is toxic in large

doses. Denaturant: an additive to alcohol to make them poisonous and unfit to

drink.

Hydrochlorofluorocarbon 152a: a propellant and refrigerant.

Dimethyl Ether: a chemical used in refrigeration.

Acrylates: thickening agents, which are strong irritants.

Aminomethyl Propanol: an alcohol compound that is used as an emulsifying

agent. Prolonged skin exposure may cause irritation.

Butyl Aminoethyl Methyl Acrylate: chemically related to acrylates, which are

irritants.

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Lastly, ingredients likely to be found in non-aerosol sprays:

The consumer will find more alcohol, more denaturantsl and the warning:

CAUTION HIGHLY FLAMMABLE. AVOID CONTACT WITH EYES. KEEP OUT OF

REACH OF CHILDREN

PVP/VA A plastic film: PVP is an abbreviation for polyvinylpyrrolidone, which is

a plastic resin. If ingested, it may cause gas and fecal impacting as well as cause

damage to the lungs and kidneys. It has been detected as lasting in the system

up to a year. Some evidence indicates it may produce foreign bodies in the lungs

and modest does given to laboratory rats has caused them to develop tumors.

Ingredients found in shine spray:

More alcohol, more denaturants as well as the following:

Butane: a highly flammable gas derived from petroleum. In addition to its fire

hazard, it may be narcotic in high doses and cause asphyxiation.

Isobutene: a constituent of natural gas and used as a propellant and a

refrigerant.

Propane: a fuel gas which may be narcotic in high doses.

Phenyl Trimethicone: a silicone oil.

Octyl Methoxycinnamate: used an agent to absorb ultraviolet light. Its related

compound, methyl cinnamate, may cause skin irritation.

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Isopropyl Myristate: one of the most potentially dangerous ingredients. It

causes skin problems, such as blackheads. But it may be seriously damaging

when it reacts to nitrate compounds, which are impurities that are often found

in many hair preparations and cosmetics. When isopropyl myristate interacts

with nitrates, the nitrate absorption factor in the skin in increased by up to 230

times. Nitrates have been linked to cancer.

At Morrocco Method International, we are committed to ending MOUSSE ABUSE.

That is why we have created our exclusive line of quality organic, raw/vegan elixirs.

Our Elixirs

Regardless of the shampoo you are using, washing your hair contributes to drying it out

as well. When you wash your hair, some of your hair’s natural oils are always washed out.

Several other factors also have a drying effect on your hair: improper diet, emotional stress,

and peak summer months, which can also disturb the natural pH balance of your hair. Oil

treatments are an excellent antidote to this tendency. In addition to stimulating hair

follicles to produce more hair, treating your hair with our special EURO Organic Oil

balances the sebaceous glands, which are our natural oil-producing glands.

Euro Organic Oil Hair & Scalp Conditioning Therapy

Our original formula and a great all purpose Great elixir conditioner is Morrocco

Method International EURO Organic Oil. It is all natural, nontoxic and non-allergenic. EURO

Organic oil is mixed and bottled holistically according to the 13 moon Lunar Cycle to

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maximize its energy and natural vitality. EURO Organic Oil has been formulated for

conditioning dry hair and scalp.

Ingredients: Extracts of Bhringarai, Brahmi, Neem, Amla, Sage, Lavender, White Rose,

Frankincense & Myrrh, in a Base of Sunflower, Almond, Apricot, Avocado & Jojoba Oils, and

Organic Hand-picked St. John’s Wort Flowers infused in Cold Pressed Olive Oil

For total, holistic care and maintenance of your hair, oil treatments are a perfect

complement to the Morrocco Method Elemental Shampoos, which are designed to be used

in rotation so that all aspects of hair and scalp can be nourished and maintained. The Pine

Shale (Air) and Apple Cider Vinegar (Fire) shampoos nourish the hair and stimulate its

growth. The Earth Essence and Sea Essence shampoos detoxify and regenerate hair and

scalp. Alternating two of these shampoos, one from each group -- one from the Air and Fire

group and one from the Sea and Earth group -- or alternating all four for maximum care,

regulates the oil-producing glands of the scalp, balancing the natural, conditioning oils of

your hair. Complementing this rotational regimen with periodic oil treatments offers the

ultimate in holistic hair care that will optimize the growth and luster of your hair.

In the beginning of our discussion about conditioners, I mentioned the oils that

have been used over the ages. Natural hair oils, whose vital chemicals have not been

contaminated or destroyed by processing, have a nurturing, stimulating effect on the hair

follicles and scalp that cultivates the growth and luster of your hair. Morrocco Method

International refers to these as “elixirs” in the true sense of what use to be created and used

in more natural societies.

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When you use our Euro Organic Oil Hair and Scalp Conditioning Therapy, the

oil is absorbed into the hair and scalp, penetrating the hair shafts and down into the roots,

the natural vitality of the oils is transferred to your hair, enlivening both the active and

dormant hair roots and follicles, conditioning the hair and stimulating hair growth

throughout the entire scalp. Regular treatments will enhance the holistic maintenance of

your hair, especially when you are using Morrocco Method International that are rotated

regularly. They are also very relaxing and nurturing for both hair and scalp.

Treating hair with EURO Organic Oil

EURO Organic Oil is a high quality, organic oil, consisting of a blend of several natural oils

known for restoring the natural pH balance of the scalp and stimulating the sebaceous

glands to produce more sebum - the natural oil of the hair. This treatment can be applied

either in the morning, during the day, or late in the evening.

Day Treatment: Massage EURO Organic Oil into hair and scalp using a scalp massager or a

Morrocco Method brush, then sit in the sun for 3 to 5 minutes to activate the natural life

force of the oil, then leave on for several hours to all day and overnight if possible.

THE LONGER LEFT IN THE BETTER.

Never heat the oil. It will destroy its vitality. Wrap your head in a towel or use a plastic cap

or a wet, heated towel. (Wet the towel, ring it out and place in a microwave for 30 to 60

seconds. In cold weather, heat the towel repeatedly.)

Overnight treatment: Massage EURO Organic Oil into hair liberally and saturating the

entire scalp. Then brush in the oil all the way down to the ends of your hair using a

Morrocco Method brush. Leave the oil on overnight and place a protective towel over the

pillow. I wear a ski cap to bed when I oil my hair for the night. This keeps the “chi” energy

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contained in the crown chakra, and is a very energizing experience, especially on cool

nights.

In general, my recommendation is the longer left in the better. One can leave EURO

Organic Hair Oil in for weekends and wear a hat, scarf, or bandana when going out casual,

going hiking, walking, shopping or just hanging out.

When swimming in a pool disinfected or treated with chlorine, it is a good idea to

place EURO Organic Oil on your hair and place a swim cap over it to prevent your hair from

absorbing damaging chemicals. Or, wet your hair first in a shower or with a hose. Dry hair

is like a sponge that will absorb 100% of the chlorine. A wet head will absorb only 20% as

much. This does not apply to clean ocean waters. Ocean water is beneficial to hair because

of its trace minerals, which are absorbed into the hair and scalp.

For optimum care and holistic maintenance of your hair, I recommend conditioning

your hair with EURO Organic Oil once or twice a month, and weekly or bi-weekly during

the peak summer months. Be mindful of the sun. For those with hair thinning and scalp

problems, keep your head covered when you are

exposed to the sun for an extended period of time. Where a loose fitting hat, cap, bandana,

or scarf so as to not constrict blood flow, yet protect the new hair follicles from being burnt

off by the sun.

Several hours of sun, especially in the afternoon, can burn your scalp, incinerate your new

baby hairs and cause drying that will take several weeks to repair. Do not use sun block on

your scalp or hair. It is absorbed by the scalp and clogs the follicle pores, interfering with

the natural process of hair growth.

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During the winter months, when the scalp produces more oil to protect the head

from the cold, condition your hair about half as often as you do in the summer.

Our Tri-Color Ayurvedic Elixir Series

Morrocco Method International’s Tri-Color Elixir Series has been created to be used as a

threefold Ayurvedic Hair and Scalp Health treatment system based on the principal of the

life force energies in Ayurvedic medicine: VATA, PITTA, and KAPHA.

Our Tri-Color Elixirs use oils created from select natural/wild crafted organic fair trade

roots, bark, rind, and flowers of plants from around the world to create a complete

program that re-constructs, revitalizes, and restores the vitality of your hair by stimulating

the scalp and hair follicles to encourage healthy hair growth.

Amber (Yellow) Vata Elixir - for “mild” and gentle restoration and vitalization—

The Amber Elixir is anti-inflammatory, nourishing and very effective in cases of hair loss or

thinning and benefits all hair types. It is used in the 1st week of treatment for hair re-

growth, restoring luster and resisting dandruff.

Emerald (Green) Kapha Elixir - for “cool” and medium reconstruction—

The Emerald Elixir aids in preventing premature hair loss or thinning. It is

to be used in the 2nd week of treatment for reconstruction of the scalp and stimulating the

roots and oil glands.

Ruby (Red) Pitta- for “heat” and strong restoration and vitalization effects—

The Ruby Elixir is an excellent toner and protects the growth patterns and sebaceous

glands. It also prevents bacterial growth and functions as a scalp stimulator that is

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excellent for addressing all types of hair loss. It is used in the 3rd week of treatment for

prevention of bacterial growth that impedes hair and scalp health.

For Optimum Results using our Tri-Color Ayurvedic Elixir Series, follow the treatment

program given below for 3 weeks…

Starting with the Amber (Vata) Elixir…

* Every morning, pour a just a few droplets of whichever elixir you have chosen into your

palms, rub together, and then massage lightly and gently over the top of one’s head onto

the very tips of the hair so as to not cause an oily effect or look. Remember: Use sparingly;

a little goes a long way.

* Brush the elixir in and leave Elixir in hair all day. Be sure to brush in thoroughly

throughout one’s hair and scalp. Follow brushing directions in the next chapter.

* Every night, pour another few droplets into your palms, rub together, then liberally

massage into hairline and top and crown areas. If hair is dry, damaged, or has split-ends,

then massage throughout one’s hair.

* Leave in all night and next day if permissible and comfortable.

In Week 2, go onto the the Emerald (Kapha) Elixir.

Then in Week 3, go onto the Ruby (Pitta) Elixir.

You can continue this 3-week rotation of the each bottle of the 3 elixirs until all of

the Elixir oils are used up.

The Silver and Gold Elixir Series and The Four Element Elixir Series

These two elixir series that make up six elixirs are potent, highly charged, 100%

natural hair and scalp therapy treatments uniquely formulated to stimulate growth, repair

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damage, and restore hair and scalp to its optimum healthy state, naturally! They include

our Silver Essence Grapeseed Elixir, Golden Essence Diamond Crystal Elixir, and our

Four Element re-growth elixirs; God-Dess Earth Elixir, Pele Lava (Fire) Elixir, Apollo Air

Elixir, and Poseidon Sea Elixir.

These exclusive Morrocco Method International elixirs are original formulas, made of the

finest wild-crafted organic elixir oils on earth and are botanical food for the hair and scalp.

All 6 compliment each other perfectly! The Elixirs are holistically healthy for the whole

work to normalize the sebaceous (oil) glands. They lift away toxins, impurities, and aid in

reconstruction of the scalp, promoting new hair growth. They are food and will

continuously nourish and feed hair follicles and scalp!

Our Silver and Gold Elixir Series and Four Element Elixir Series are

*Good for everyone

* Good for the following hair and scalp situations:

- Any scalp disorders or problems such as Candida, Psoriasis, Dandruff, itchiness,

pumps/pimples, dryness or excessive oiliness.

- All types of Alopecia, Hair loss and Thinning!

- For the chemically sensitive individuals with Celiac Disease and/or have sensitivity

to Gluten, soy, wheat, rye, barley and oats.

INGREDIENTS:

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All six of these elixirs are Wild Crafted Organic and are harvested in the wilds of their

respective countries. Utilizing selective pruning with a non-destructive harvesting

technique, a continuous, reliable supply of these natural, renewable resources is thereby

guaranteed.

The Silver and Gold Series

The Silver Essence Grapeseed Elixir and Golden Essence Diamond Crystal Elixirs

Only Morrocco Method International produces for you a silver and golden elixir that live

up to the their names.

In our Silver Essence Grapeseed Elixir, the wild-crafted organic herbs and spices are

infused into Essence of Euro Organic Grapeseed Extract.

Our Golden Essence Diamond Crystal Elixir is made of wild-crafted Tibetan crystals

liquefied into a crystalline herbal base.

For optimum results in using these precocious elixirs, following the instructions

provided below, alternate between Silver Grapeseed and Golden Diamond.

Start with Silver Essence Grapeseed until you have used all of the Elixir, then rest

for two weeks before starting Golden Essence Diamond. Complete the same use schedule as

the Silver and rest hair again for two weeks. For more hair and scalp rejuvenation and

restoration, you can wait another two weeks and repeat the cycle.

INSTRUCTIONS: (Starting with the Silver Essence Grapeseed Elixir…)

In the morning: after showering and towel drying, gently and sparingly massage Elixir into

hairline and all areas of thinning hair. You may also apply it anytime during the day.

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In the evening: massage into areas. Leave in all night. The elixir will work gently and

continuously while you are sleeping.

For the Golden Essence Diamond Crystal Elixir, follow the same procedure as Silver

except use very little in the daytime as it’s oily. Apply liberally before bedtime.

SPECIAL HINTS: (in extreme cases)

* For excessively oily scalp use Silver Essence Grapeseed Elixir

* For excessively dry scalp use Golden Essence Diamond Crystal Elixir

For a continuing Luxurious Hair regime, bring our Four Element Hair Oil Elixirs

into your routine. Each 1oz. bottle contains potentized wild-crafted, organic oils from

roots, flowers, leaves, whole plants, seeds, bark, fruits, tubers, stems, rinds, berries, and

rare herbs and spices. They are especially formulated for re-growth.

When adding these elixirs into your Silver and Gold Elixir regimen, a special and

secret way to get maximum benefit is to start with the re-growth elixir that corresponds to

your astrology Sun sign. All signs are either related to earth, fire, air, or water.

For 30 days, following the same procedure as described for the Silver Essence

Grapeseed Elixir and the Golden Essence Diamond Crystal Elixir, use one Elixir Oil per

week: Earth, Sea, Lava (Fire) and Air. Repeat the same regime as the Silver and Golden

Elixirs.

Use Morrocco Method International Elixir Series according to our instructions –

including NOT using any other hair products – and your hair will…

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* Stop thinning in 30 days

* Grow glorious in 90 days

The Final Touch: Drying your hair

Blow dryers are great – for quick drying paint and all sorts of DIY projects around

the house where fast drying is helpful. But, they are not a friend of your hair. If they are

used warm or hot – like so many like to do – it will damage the hair follicles and the scalp. I

call this “The Sahara Desert Effect.” The hot wind and heat is devastating. The shock and

damage done by blow dryers used at such temperatures will undo any of the good you may

have been trying to accomplish with all of the good natural products you are now using on

your Crowning Glory.

To dry one’s hair most beneficially, try to follow the following method…

STEP 1 – After turning off the water, to begin the drying process, if you have a scalp

massager device, run it through the hair to get out some of the water. If you do not have a

massager device, start with STEP 2.

STEP 2 – Towel Dry your hair.

STEP 3 – Get a fresh towel and towel dry again

STEP 4 – Using my method of brushing (which you will lean in the next chapter),

lean forward and brush, then

STEP 5 - Stand up and brush again this will put more air through your hair, thus helping to

air dry naturally.

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STEP 6 – Repeat STEPS 4 and 5 two more times

STEP 7 – Use ones hands and fingers, massaging vigorously several times through ones hair

to get more air into the hair to aerate and dry more.

STEP 8 – Lastly ad ONLY if necessary, use a blow dryer on cool and low and blow dry ones

hair.

this will help in the drying time.

In the next chapter, let’s move on to the next two rituals important for daily hair care;

scalp massage and brushing.

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Chapter Three

Hair Brushing and Scalp Massage

Choosing the Right Brush for You

Choosing the brush that is ideal for your hair and scalp depends on the thickness of

your hair and on the sensitivity of your scalp. Some may need a very soft bristle brush,

while others may need a very regular-hard one. When you select the Morrocco Method

International brush that is just right for you, you will know it is right by the soothing,

enlivening effect it has on your scalp.

Our range of brushes includes:

"Regular" Large Size Black Boar Bristle Brush

9" x 2-1/4". Large size. 100% pure black boar bristles. For normal to coarse

hair.

"Extra Large" Black Boar Bristle Brush

9-1/4" x 3". Extra-large size. 100% pure black boar bristles. For normal to

coarse hair.

"Pocket" Purse & Travel Size Black Boar Bristle Brush

6" x 1-3/4". Travel size. 100% pure black boar bristles. For normal to coarse

hair.

"Regular" Large Size Blonde Boar Bristle Brush

9" x 2-1/4". Large size. 100% pure blonde boar bristles. The blonde boar

brushes are very soft bristle, designed for very fine, thin hair and for scalps

which require soft, gentle care.

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"Pocket" Purse & Travel Size Blonde Boar Bristle Brush

6" x 1 3/4". Travel size. 100% pure blonde boar bristles. The blonde boar

brushes are very soft bristle, designed for very fine, thin hair and for scalps

which require soft, gentle care.

We also carry our purely vegan brush, the Extra-Large Nylon "Detangler"

Brush

9-1/4" x 3". Extra-large size. All nylon bristles. For normal to coarse hair.

How to Brush Your Hair

Before you brush, sit quietly for three minutes, breathing slowly and deeply through

your nose. Calm your body, especially your shoulders, forehead, and scalp, releasing any

tension and allowing for the maximum air and blood flow to these areas. Then, stand up

straight and begin.

Release your knees; do not keep them locked in a straight position. Like in the

martial arts horse stance, your back is relaxed, your tailbone is slightly tucked under and

your knees are slightly bent. If you keep your legs stiff and straight, it will block the flow of

ch’i through your spinal cord!

1. Bend over from the waist as far down as you can, allowing the blood to flow into the

scalp. This increase in the circulation of blood and oxygen stimulates and nourishes

the entire scalp and follicles, activating new hair growth.

2. Firmly grasp the brush by the handle. Beginning at the nape of the neck, draw it

along the sides and over the crown to the front hairline in a slow, easy motion, all

the way to the ends of the hair. Brushing like this for 3 to 5 minutes stimulates the

glands and scalp as well. More importantly, it fills the brush bristles with sebum,

which you are now ready to distribute to your scalp and hair.

3. Stand up straight, with soft knees again, with your now-sebum-filled brush.

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4. Draw the brush from the front hairline back through the hair, allowing the brush to

penetrate to the scalp. Stroking smoothly and gently to avoid scratching the scalp,

brush down to the nape of your neck, all the way to the ends of your hair. This

thoroughly coats your hair with sebum, allowing this “natural elixir” to condition

and add body and luster to your hair.

5. Repeat steps 2-4 twice more. You’ll complete the sequence of brushing bent over,

then brushing standing up, three times total. Complete this ritual three times a day:

in the morning, afternoon, and before bedtime.

When to Brush

For the ultimate maintenance and rejuvenation of your hair, it is vitally important to

maintain a schedule of regular brushing. For optimum results, brush your hair and scalp

three times a day—in the morning, late afternoon, and at bedtime.

Make brushing a habit. Set a regular schedule and commit to it. Make brushing part

of your daily morning routine. After brushing your teeth, brush your hair. Following work,

play, exercise, or school, brush your hair again, and then once more before bedtime. Nightly

brushing is critical. By coating your hair with additional sebum, you will be conditioning

your new growth of hair throughout the night.

Care for Morrocco Method International Brushes

To keep your boar bristle brush clean, simply use the brush in the shower once a

month. Brush and massage your scalp while shampooing with any of the Morrocco Method

International shampoos. Rinse it out with water and leave it standing on its head to dry.

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Massaging the Scalp and Hair

On the beaches of India, you can find willing natives and tourists receiving

“champissage,” the Indian name for head massage, coined by head massage master, Dr.

Narendra Mehta. Champissage (champi being an Indian term for “head”) stimulates the

hair, the scalp, and subtle energy points on the scalp, known as marmas, and thus affects

the brain and the entire body. But, even if you never get the opportunity to receive either

of these blissful treatments, think back to the last time you were in a salon and had your

hair washed. As part and parcel of this service, more and more salons train their

technicians in scalp massage. This added dimension of touch is usually both welcome and

relaxing.

Even if you do not know the Ayurvedic ways of scalp massage or do not have the

luxury of going to a salon for such treatment, practicing regular scalp massage is a must if

you want a healthy, luxurious head of hair.

Although you can learn many techniques, when it comes to scalp massage, I like to

keep it simple. That is why Morrocco Method International has developed for you our

100% all-natural rubber Scalp Massager and Invigorator

4-1/4" in diameter. The ultimate in scalp therapy. It is simply invigorating as

it stimulates blood and air to the scalp and oil glands. The massager is the

only 100% natural rubber scalp massager on the market today. An exclusive

Morrocco Method International product!

The Scalp Massage Technique

Beginning at the nape of the neck (where the largest concentration of sebaceous

glands are), massage gently but vigorously in a circular, clockwise manner for 3 to 5

minutes, or until you feel the scalp tingling from the increased oxygen and blood flow.

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While brushing does the external work on the scalp and hair, scalp massaging works

internally, stimulating the deeper tissues of the scalp where the sebaceous glands reside.

When activated in this manner, the sebaceous glands produce a balanced portion of sebum.

Massage beyond the hairline further down the nape of the neck to release any

lingering tension and stress.

I recommend you do this scalp massage 1 to 3 times a day. The most ideal time of all

is first thing in the morning, directly after shampooing. This accomplishes a multitude of

tasks, including getting rid of excessive water and helping the drying process, and

stimulating more blood flow and oxygen into your scalp.

Some Glowing Testimonials about Morrocco Method International Boar Bristle

Brushes

I’ve never brushed my hair in my entire life, thinking that brushing would make it

look more flat and thin and cause breakage. Up until now I’ve never owned any quality

hairbrushes and depended mostly on plastic combs and brushes to groom and style my

hair. I was shocked to find out that brushing with this special brush was actually the best

thing I could do for my hair and makes it look cleaner, smoother, and nicer!

-“Kathijr,” from MorroccoMethod.com Q&A forums

I couldn’t have imagined what a difference a good brush could make! I practiced the

recommended brushing method and can honestly say…WOW!! It’s as if this brush

breathed new life into my hair all at once. My scalp felt invigorated and my hair looked

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and felt clean, full, and shiny. It’s still hard for me to believe that one little brush could do

all this but suffice to say, I’m sticking with it!

-from MorroccoMethod.com Q&A forums

Questions and Answers about Brushing and Scalp Massage

Q:

I’ve started using the boar bristle brush and scalp massager as directed, but I’ve

noticed a lot of hair break-off in both the brush and massager. Why is this

happening? Should I continue following the instructions on brushing or try

something else?

A:

We lose about 30 hairs each day, so the hairs you’re noticing could be just old hair

shedding. Keep brushing and massaging, but remember to be very gentle, with a light

pressure. As your scalp gets stronger you can start using more pressure.

Q:

I have very fine, wavy hair. It gets horribly tangled when I bend over to brush,

and then gets worse when I stand up and try to brush it back. Plus, when I stand

up after bending over, I get lightheaded and huge head rush! How do I deal with

the tangles and lightheadedness?

A:

If you’re getting lightheaded, you need more air and blood flow in your scalp, so keep

brushing and massaging! Make schedule and stick to it! Tangles happen when the

ends of your hair are split, so get a blunt hair cut—at least a trim—once each season.

Keep up with the brushing; it will get easier as your hair and scalp get stronger.

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Q: The instructions say to shampoo your hair and then brush. Should I use the

boar bristle brush when my hair is still wet or wait until it’s dry?

A:

Don’t brush wet hair! Towel dry your hair after shampooing, then a second time with

another towel. Now that your hair is damp, you can brush following the

instructions—this will get air flowing through your hair and scalp and help it to dry

faster.

Q: Should I brush my hair differently when it’s very short?

A:

You don’t need to brush any differently. Be sure to bend over first and drag the brush

from your nape all the way forward to your hair line. Use whatever pressure is

comfortable (your scalp might feel more sensitive when your hair is short) and as

often as possible.

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Chapter Four

Detoxification and

ZEN DETOX HAIR and SCALP SPA THERAPY

The Importance of Detoxification

In all holistic healing sciences on the planet, the NUMBER ONE key to good health is

DIET. Combined with exercise and proper full breathing, a healthy, vital diet will keep us

strong within our bodies and radiant without. These practices are also natural, everyday

ways to detoxify.

Additionally, we must consider our hygiene practices and the products we use on

our body, skin, and hair. Most of us may think that the skin and hair care products we use

are primarily for cleansing and moisturizing. However, we have to remember that our hair

and skin ingest nutrients—they eat also! Thus, if it is best for us to put high quality, natural,

organic foods inside our body, we should apply the same logic to the outside of our body by

using natural, wild-crafted, organic hair and skin care products.

Although we specialize in natural, wild crafted, organic, vegan hair and skin care

products are essential, remember one of the Spokes in the Wheel of the Morrocco Method

is a healthy, vibrant lifestyle fueled by the foods we ingest in our daily diet. These food are

of the utmost importance. In fact, what we eat is primarily responsible for the beauty of our

Crowning Glory.

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Eating More Water Foods

There are water foods and there are denser foods that contain little or no water at

all. Our body is 70% water—like our Planet Earth—and our lymph system actually has a

higher percentage of water than our blood: 80%. The food we eat should reflect similar

percentages. That is, a healthy diet is one that is 70 to 80 percent water in its solid to liquid

proportions. If we eat like this we will naturally detoxify. So, look at the proportion

between water versus solid content to get a good barometer of how you are detoxing in

your daily eating habits. If the percentages of water and water foods drop, and you eat

more foods that are solid and dense with lower water content, the less detoxing action shall

occur.

As our lymph system works to clean and detox our body of chemicals and toxins, it

only makes sense that foods with higher water content are necessary to aid in detoxing

wastes from ones body. The key points to keep in mind are:

1. Eat a diet high in green vegetables and fruits. These have the most water and are

definitely the healthiest choice to detox and live a healthy lifestyle.

2. Drink plenty of liquids, including quality spring or purified (rather than tap) water,

natural fruit and vegetable juices, and herbal teas rich in antioxidants.

3. Never drink sodas or chemical-based drinks of any kind. They poison the system,

making your body sluggish and more toxic. Even worse than sugar-based drinks, or

the ones filled with artificial saccharin- or nutria-sweeteners and the “natural” ones

that are sweetened with high-fructose corn syrup. They won’t quench your thirst

and will instead make you gain weight.

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4. Fish and poultry are OK in moderation.

5. Red meats are meant to be eaten in very moderate amounts. If you look around the

planet, you will notice that in areas where red meat is the dominant food, life

expectancy is shorter.

Exercise!

For our lymph system to do its job of detoxing most effectively, we need to activate

and cleanse it with exercise and movement. Unlike blood, which has our heart to pump

blood throughout our system, our lymph system has no such device. Hence, it is through

movement and exercise that we detox and eliminate toxins from the lymph system.

Generally, just a half hour of leisurely walking in the morning, after lunch, and in the

evening will do the job. If this is too much to start with, try once each day and gradually

build up to twice and hopefully three times each day to see maximum benefits.

Running and jogging are not recommended here and are not necessary for a good

detoxing program. Proper breath is our greatest source of strength and best ally for

detoxing our system. Keeping the breath nice and even during your walks will do the trick.

If you want to be more adventurous, try yoga, chi quong, martial arts, or any low-impact

aerobics exercise that does not leave you winded are all excellent for health on a daily

basis.

Throughout this book, I have shared with you some of the breathing exercises that

we at Morrocco Method International practice and recommend to our clients. Here, we

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want to share with you the greatest breathing exercise you can do. It is quite basic and

simple.

The Breathing Exercise:

The formula is a ratio of 1 count breathing in, 4 counts for holding, and 2 counts for

breathing out. For example, you can breathe in for a count of 5, hold the breath for a count

of 20, and then breathe out for a count of 10. If this is done three times per day, this

exercise alone is scientifically proven to be the most beneficial and healthy detoxing

method known to man. So, when you wake up in the morning, sit up straight and breathe in

for a count that is comfortable for you to start—say 4 seconds. Then hold for 16 seconds,

and breathe out for a count of 8 seconds. Mid-day or after work, repeat this process. Finally,

just before going to bed, repeat this simple breathing technique. Do this exercise three

times a day, and you’ll see the maximum detoxing results.

HairRevolution and Detoxing

With these factors in place, we return now to what we ingest through our skin and

hair. To elaborate more fully, anything that we apply to our skin and scalp will be ingested

through our pores, enter our blood stream, and travel throughout the entire body. Our

body and hair care products can, therefore, also aid in detoxing by not only adding healthy

nutrients for our body to ingest, but also by cleansing and keep our skin and hair health so

that they can also aid in the overall detox process. We guarantee that ALL of our

Morrocco Method International products do just that!

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On the other hand, when you use hair and skin care products like shampoos, styling

gels, cosmetics, and deodorants that contain manufactured chemicals, or put your hair

through damaging chemical processes like dying, bleaching, perming, or straightening, a

huge amount of toxins settle into your glands over time. And when our bodies can no

longer naturally detox these chemicals, toxins, and wastes from our glands, the build-up

will lead to stagnation, putrification, and eventually life-threatening diseases, as

carcinogens and other toxic waste compromise your immune system and causes collapses

in health. Now that you know how important it is to detox and avoid toxic chemicals as

much as you can, I invite you to take a look at how Morrocco Method International

products work to keep your system cleansed and healthy.

Hair and Skin Products

In my HairRevolution, the purpose of using Morrocco Method shampoos and

conditioners based on the Five Elements is to aid the body in not ingesting the same

ingredient day in and day out. If you use the same shampoo for years, your body will

develop an immune reaction to it and compromise your ability to detox properly. This is

why I recommend alternating shampoos that have botanicals associated with Fire, Earth,

Air, Water and Chi or Ether elements. The constant change allows the body to ingest the

healthy nutrients of the Five Elements while also being cleansed. The more we aid our

detoxing system, instead of taxing it, the more we create natural, healthy ways to eliminate

toxins.

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Zen Detox—A Deeper Way to Detoxify Your Crowning Glory

Detoxing as described above is a normal, healthy, every day way in which your body

casts off what it cannot use or does not need. But depending how far down the road you

have gone eating poorly and using toxic body and hair products, a switch over to healthier

habits and products might not be enough to do the job alone. You’ll need to go a bit deeper

and amp up your detoxing efforts with a more rigorous and powerful detox plan. As one of

my passions is Ayurveda, I would like to further explain these points from an Ayurvedic

point of view.

Experts in the deep healing tradition of Tibetan Ayurveda, explains that there are

four levels of healing in this powerful version of traditional Ayurveda. These levels have to

do with greater and lesser levels of how to address any physical, mental, or emotional

condition we face. Just like I have outlined above, The first and most important level of

treatment has to do with lifestyle changes: proper diet, exercise, relaxation, and hygiene. If

we make the effort to live a lifestyle based on the five elements, 95% of all of our problems

would just go away! It’s as simple and easy as that.

So for our hair, the proper nutrition we ingest, the proper products we cleanse it

with, and the various “exercise” we give it and our scalp by massaging and brushing can do

quite a lot to return our Crowning Glory to its natural, vibrant, luxurious state. Conversely, if

we eat processed and toxic foods, and lather all kinds of poisonous chemicals onto our

heads, why wouldn’t we expect our hair to thin, frizz, develop split ends, and look dull and

lifeless?

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When these conditions occur, returning to proper diet and using all-natural, organic

hair care products daily won’t work alone. Years of abuse have taken their toll. We cannot

expect quick or overnight results. This is where a deeper level of detoxification, the second

level Tibetan Ayurvedic healing comes in. And this more rigorous detoxification is the

deeper work that is needed in our HairRevolution if we are to ever regain the vibrant,

lustrous head of hair and scalp we all can achieve.

There are a number of books on nutrition that will convince you to change your diet

in the direction I suggest at the start of this chapter. My suggestion is that you look on

books that espouse a more vegan or vegetarian diet. Seek out books on raw food,

Macrobiotic, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) diets and Ayurveda. All of these systems

have daily nourishment and detox programs when it comes to your eating habits.

As my expertise is Your Crowning Glory, I wish to focus on the products that you

need to remove from your hair and scalp and the product we recommend to do the job: our

ZEN DETOX HAIR and SCALP SPA THERAPY.

There are a wide variety of toxins we are exposed to every day, including

environmental and industrial pollution, and water and air full of chemicals. Approximately

70,000 chemicals are being used in commercial production and consumer products in the

United States. Medical researcher Alan Levine, M.D. believes that “the vast increase of

chemicals in our environment, foods and medicines has greatly altered the body’s ability to

rid itself of toxins.” All of these chemicals and pollutants are stored in the body, in our

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glands and immune system. The role of the immune system is immense—from fighting

viruses and germs, to coping with debilitating autoimmune diseases. It provides for our

first, second, and third lines of defense against everyday germs, viruses, and bacteria. If,

over a period of time, we cannot naturally eliminate these toxins in the normal way that we

would otherwise, our bodies accumulate toxic build-up. Our immune system will not

function properly and we may succumb to any number of nasty diseases. And while it is

true that immunity can decline with age, more often the weakening of the immune system

is due to long term exposure to toxins.

In my many years working with Chinese and Ayurvedic specialists, I observed how

herbs, spices, and healing clays were ingested to aid in systemic detoxification. And, in the

cosmetic industry, there are a huge number of masks that are intended to unclog pores and

revitalize skin. Applying the same logic, I set out to create a hair and scalp detoxification

program. Using various natural clays, herbs and spices, and the ZEN DETOX HAIR and

SCALP SPA THERAPY in my HairRevolution, I have successfully detoxified the hair, scalp,

and oil glands of hundreds of thousands of clients from accumulated chemicals from

synthetic shampoos, conditioners, styling products, coloring agents, perms, hair relaxers,

and Sodium Laurel Sulfate (a common and very dangerous ingredient in many shampoos

and styling products). I have even proven that it is possible to assist in detoxing the body of

Mercury, which is now associated with over two hundred diseases, including neurological

and behavioral disruptions such as depression, allergies, food sensitivities, and chronic

illness.

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ZEN DETOX is formulated to benefit people of all ages and hair of all conditions. It

supports hair growth by detoxing the hair follicles/root, oil glands, and scalp. In the scheme

of the Five Elements, ZEN DETOX is connected to the EARTH Element. It has two jobs: to

get the toxins OUT and to BUILD the immune system.

ZEN DETOX has a unique multi-purpose formula that has been created to assist in

removing the causes of diseases, not just the symptoms. It features specially selected clays

(chosen out of hundreds that are available) for the most consistent results, imported

Volcanic Ash, and our highly effective and thoroughly tested synergistic formula of spices

and herbs. Totally effective and yet a very gentle, ZEN DETOX lifts heavy metals and other

toxins from the scalp and oil glands and cleanses hair follicles.

For prevention of disease, and for those with a compromised immune system, ZEN

DETOX is an ideal product to include safely with other clay therapies that you may be using

internally or externally to assist greatly in detoxifying chemical residuals.

ZEN DETOX is also wonderful for people who live in hard water locations, as well as

swimmers or gym members who use chlorinated pools and incur a toxic build-up of water

treatment chemicals.

OUR RECOMMENDED ZEN SPA DETOX RITUAL:

Our standard ZEN DETOX 4-ounce jar will be good for three treatments for normal

length hair. For LONG, THICK hair, use half the package per treatment for a two week

treatment.

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Although in the latter part of this chapter I have been talking about a deeper level of

detoxification, we must bear in mind that NONE of us live in an organic world. Even if we

live in some ideal remote spot, our air and water have been compromised by chemicals

around the world. Thus, adding a bit more detoxification to our daily regimen is an

excellent idea.

That is why I recommend using ZEN DETOX for everyone. Once every season, use

ZEN DETOX once each week over the course of three weeks. The week before, the week of,

and the week after the spring equinox, summer solstice, autumnal equinox, and winter

solstice are ideal. You will get maximum results from ZEN DETOX if you follow this

schedule each season. Four full treatments per year should be sufficient in detoxing the

hair follicles, scalp, and sebaceous glands, and clarifying the brain.

STEP ONE: For best results, use a wooden spoon and a wooden or glass bowl for

mixing. Take 1/3 of the packet and slowly add natural water until the consistency becomes

thick and creamy. As all clays are alive, this will let the clays recharge their life force. If you

have mixed more than you need, allow the remaining product to dry out, then add water

when you are ready for the next treatment. It will keep indefinitely at room temperature—

do not refrigerate!

STEP TWO: Prepare a hot bath, light candles, play meditation music, and simply

relax and soak.

STEP THREE: While your hair is DRY, in the bath or before entering, massage the

formula into the scalp and hair, using the entire amount. Although formulated specifically

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for the scalp, this holistic product can safely be in contact with the skin of your face, neck,

and hands. Be careful around the eye area, which is very sensitive and could get too dry.

Leave the detox formula on for 15 to 60 minutes, depending on how you adjust.

STEP FOUR: When you’re ready, wet your hands and massage deep into the hair

and scalp, loosening the hair and allowing air to flow through the clay and helping the

healing ingredients penetrate deeper into the hair follicles and scalp.

PLEASE NOTE: For your first treatment, leave ZEN DETOX on for 15 to 30 minutes.

The next week, try 30 to 45 minutes. On the third week, try 30 to 60 minutes. As the

formula lifts the toxins from your hair and scalp and reaches the blood circulating below

the skin, more toxins that are deeper in your hair and scalp can begin to be lifted away,

resulting in a pleasant sensation of increased clarity in the brain.

STEP FIVE: When your time is up, simply submerge your head into the bathwater

and massage the formula out of your hair and scalp. You may wish to shower before leaving

the tub. A simple rinse out is all that’s necessary; you won’t need to shampoo your hair

after the treatment.

Using the detox in the evening, just before going to bed, can be the most relaxing

part of your day, sending you into a restful sleep.

Summary of our HairRevolution DETOX plan

1. Eat plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables daily.

2. Eat wild or organic poultry and fish in moderation.

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3. Eat red meat only on occasion.

4. Walk for about thirty minutes, three times a day.

5. Do the simple breathing exercise described three times a day.

6. Alternate your natural, organic skin and hair care products regularly.

7. Massage your scalp and use proper brushing techniques (see Chapter Six).

8. Use ZEN DETOX each season for three consecutive weeks.

9. Remember: Attitude is everything! Being positive and stress-free is also a major

factor in detoxing negative emotions and aiding in the healing and health of your

emotional life.

Detoxing at all levels will increase your vitality and life force, as well as increase

healthy and healing cells, rebuilding life force throughout the entire structure of your body.

We need to support our body by caring for it daily. And when we try to get our bodies to

ingest too many toxins, we may have to make detox the first step in returning to balance.

And like any hairy creature on this planet, when we are healthy, you will see it in our

skin, our eyes, and our Crowning Glory.

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Chapter Five

Morrocco Method Henna

Hair Coloring to Die For

Five Elements Henna is the only 100% truly natural way to color and condition your

hair at the same time. Henna is made from the powdered leaves of Lawsonia, a the desert

shrub. Henna contains hannatannic acids. When mixed with hot tea water, it coats the hair,

seals in the natural oils, and tightens the cuticle, all of which gives your hair a rich, healthy

shine.

Our entire line of Henna products is made exclusively with Lawsonia inermis. However,

our Black Henna is the one exception to this rule. In addition to the leaves of Lawsonia

inermis, we add the bark of this same plant, as well as Indigo leaf and stalk. Indigo is a

natural shrub in the legume family.

Morrocco Method Int’l Henna will appeal to anyone, whether they’re simply trying to

change their look, cover gray hair, or wish or need to avoid harsh, chemical toxins. Plus, it is

the only environmentally-friendly hair coloring product.

Before We Get Carried Away…

Morrocco Method Int’l Hennas are the purest, most natural hair coloring products in the

world. But before we talk about how to use them and bring youth and fire to your crowning

glory, I want to say a word or two in praise of those who bear a crowning glory of gray or

white.

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A lifetime of experience grants one the privilege of becoming an Elder. Gray, silver, or

white hair signals a life spent learning, acquiring wisdom, and achieving a noble and

respected position in the “tribe” of society. And using Morrocco Method Int’l hair products

will bring radiance to white, gray, or silver hair so you can properly celebrate this status.

With our shampoos, conditioners, and elixirs, the dryness and brittleness of older hair will

vanish, and you will feel and exude an aura of greater vitality. Celebrate going from aging to

“saging” with Morrocco Method Int’l hair care products!

With this said, if you wish to go back to a youthful or high-fashion style, please do so

with 100% plant-based Morrocco Method Henna products. This simple act could save your

life!!

Henna Application

A popular misconception is that applying henna will give your hair either an orange or

reddish tint. This is not true. Morrocco Method Natural Henna consists of 7 colors, all

derived from three basic shades: red, black, and neutral (colorless). It is the combination of

these three shades, in varying proportions, that creates the dazzling array of Morrocco

Method Int’l Natural Henna.

Each shade will look slightly different on each individual. Our henna works subtly and

will bring out the best in your natural hair color. Of course, for the adventurous, each color

can be mixed with others to create new shades. Feel free to experiment until you find the

perfect combination and shade for you and your crowning glory!

The 7 shades of Morrocco Method Int’l Henna that

we have created for you are:

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Neutral (colorless) Red, Black, Dark Brown,

Medium Brown, Light Brown, and Marigold Blonde

Here is a summary of some important facts about using Morrocco Method Int’l Henna:

Morrocco Method Int’l Henna can be used to color, create highlights, even cover

gray.

Marigold Blonde may be our most versatile henna (next to Neutral). Use it to warm

up or soften chemical highlights, get a natural blonde sun streaking effect on gray,

white, or light blonde hair, or tone down color that is too brassy.

When used by itself, our Neutral (colorless) Henna will give your hair body,

thickness, and a shiny, conditioned effect.

Every shade of Morrocco Method Henna is a high quality hair conditioner.

Choose 2 or more of our colors to create subtle, multi-hued highlights.

Morrocco Method Henna will not bleach or lighten your hair.

Morrocco Method Henna is completely color-safe; you can use it on dyed, bleached,

relaxed, or sun streaked hair.

After applying, Morrocco Method Henna will continue to coat and color hair for 72

hours. It is important to avoid shampooing your hair during this time to make sure

the color sets completely.

After a single application, the color may last in your hair for up to 3 months.

Our Zen Detox will enhance your color, not fade it.

Morrocco Method Henna can be used as often as desired—there is no risk of

overuse.

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FOR FIRST TIME USERS of MM Henna:

For your first application, we suggest applying a lighter shade of your desired color.

Morrocco Method Henna only coats the hair—it does not penetrate the hair follicle like

chemical dyes. So when using henna, you can always go darker, but not lighter.

Now, if you wish to go darker, wait another 72 hours (so the henna can fully

saturate and coat your hair). The darker henna shade can adhere to the coating from

the previous application. Repeat the process a third time with your desired (darker)

shade.

For example, if you wish to color your hair medium brown, we would suggest using

a mixture that is half medium brown and half light brown for your first application.

Then, you can add more medium brown and less light brown to gradually go darker.

How to Use MM Henna

You will need the following materials and supplies:

non-metallic (glass or wood) mixing bowl

non-metallic (glass or wood) mixing bowl

wooden spoon

rubber gloves

plastic or saran wrap

Henna (see below for types and amounts)

pre-made tea water: Bring two cups of water to a boil. Add tea bag and simmer for 15

minutes. Use 1 black tea bag for dark brown to black hair, or 1 green tea bag for blonde

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to light brown hair. For even better results, after letting the tea simmer, add the juice

from half of a fresh lemon, a pinch of sea salt, and a teaspoon of plain, unflavored

yogurt. Let the water sit until it is warm before mixing with henna.

How Much Henna to Use:

For fine, short hair: use 4 tablespoons

For fine, shoulder length hair: use 6 tablespoons

For thick, shoulder length hair: use 8 tablespoons

For very long or very thick hair: use 10 to 12 tablespoons

How to Prepare Henna:

Place henna in the glass or wooden bowl. Gradually add warm tea water to henna,

stirring until the mixture reaches the consistency of skin cream. It should not be too

watery; you want it thick enough so it won’t run when applying. You can also add a

teaspoon of Euro Organic Oil or any good oil to the mixture so the henna will rinse out

easier and tangle your hair less.

In order to achieve a stronger, deeper, and longer lasting color, let the henna sit for 30

minutes before applying.

A Step-By-Step General Guide to Applying Your Henna:

Although this process requires much less maintenance than regular, chemical dyes, you will

get far better results if your hair is properly prepared. Here are some tips:

Make sure your hair is clean and dry. Henna is most effective when applied to dry hair.

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Timing is key. The longer you leave henna on hair, the more intense and dramatic the

final shade will be. For a deep, dramatic effect, leave the henna in for two hours. If you

want a lighter and more subtle color, a shorter processing time of 30-60 minutes is

recommended.

Basic Henna Application:

1. Have saran wrap handy—cut a piece the length of your arm and put aside. When you’re

finished with the application, you’ll wrap the saran wrap around your hair so your own

body heat will work with the henna (instead of sitting under one of those hair dryers

that only damage hair!).

2. With your gloves on, apply the henna mixture to your dry hair. You can use your fingers

or a small paint brush for this step. This can get messy, so always work over a sink or in

a bathtub/shower. You might also want to lay down newspapers and wrap an old towel

around your shoulders. If the weather permits it, applying the henna outside would be

ideal.

a. Divide your hair into four sections. As you part each section of hair, apply henna

directly to roots and new hair growth areas first. Then, massage the rest of the

henna into through the rest of your hair.

b. Cover your hair with the saran wrap to seal in natural body heat.

3. Leave in for 1 to 2 hours. (Remember: a longer time will result in a more saturated and

deeper shade.)

4. Unwrap hair and rinse thoroughly with warm water to rinse henna from hair. Do not

shampoo the henna out. Henna is most easily removed in the bath. Add a few drops of

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Euro Organic Oil to the warm water or massage a few drops through your hair to

detangle. Submerge your head in the bath water and gently massage the henna out. This

can also be accomplished using a sink full of water. Rinsing your hair in the shower is a

third option, but this takes a little longer to remove the henna particles. The effect of the

henna will become more noticeable after your hair is dry. Your hair will be brighter,

shinier, and more luxurious.

5. For maximum color and sheen, DO NOT SHAMPOO for at least 24 hours. It is important

to wait and give the henna a chance to fully saturate and coat the hair shafts.

6. The color will begin to fade in 8 to 12 weeks. To maintain your desired hair color, you

can reapply every 72 hours if you desire. Because Morrocco Method Henna is so

conditioning, there is no risk of overuse. More applications will only make color and

hair stronger and more vibrant.

7. For minor touch-ups along your hairline, simply prepare a small amount of your MM

henna and spread on your hairline, leaving it on for 45 to 120 minutes.

Coloring Your Hair with MM Henna

If you have no gray hair (or less than 30%) and simply want to experiment with color, just

follow the above directions. Remember henna cannot lighten your hair, so start with a

lighter shade than desired and gradually go darker.

For sun streaking effects:

We suggest MM Marigold Blonde Henna for sun streaks. For this effect, we suggest leaving

it in for 2 hours before rinsing. This may be reapplied three times to get the desired effect

of light, pale blonde sun streaking.

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For gray or white hair, achieving this is easy, since the light hairs will hold any shade of

MM Henna. Since henna cannot lighten, our MM Marigold Blonde Henna will give all of the

gray and white hairs a pale blonde color, without coloring your darker, natural hair–thus

creating the most natural and even sun streaking effect that no hairdresser can achieve

otherwise–the ultimate in sun streaking your hair.

Using MM Henna to Cover Gray Hair

For blonde or fair hair with less than 40% gray to cover:

Simply use a single-step application of your chosen color, as directed above. Leave it in for

2 hours and rinse.

For dark brown or black hair less more than 40% gray to cover:

We recommend the following process:

Again, for FIRST TIME USERS, choose the lighter shade (if your natural color is dark brown,

start with medium brown), and apply as directed above. Let it sit for 2 hours and rinse.

Reapply after 72 hours or longer.

On each reapplication, you can gradually go darker until you reach your desired shade.

When mixing your color, start with 50% of your natural color and 50% of the next lighter

color. For example, if you have short brown hair, you would use a total of 4 tablespoons of

henna. So, you would mix two tablespoons of dark brown henna (your natural color) with 2

tablespoons of medium brown henna (the next lighter color). You can always go darker on

the next application.

Leave it in for 1-2 hours before rinsing. Remember, the longer MM Henna is left in your

hair, you will achieve a deeper and more saturated color.

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REPEAT this process up to THREE consecutive times to create a deeper, richer color.

Remember: It is easier to go darker as no natural henna can make your hair lighter. You

can always go darker, so use a lighter shade first, then gradually increase the darker shade

until you achieve the desired effect in color.

If the gray is not covered after this process, use red henna as a FILLER:

Add the red henna to your base color, using a ratio of 1/4 red to 3/4 base. For example, if

you have long, thick, medium brown hair, you would use a total of 10 tablespoons of henna.

So, you would mix 1/4 of the red with 3/4 of the medium brown, or tablespoons red henna

with 8 tablespoons medium brown henna.

Leave it in for 1-2 hours, then rinse.

When all else fails and the one-step process does not work on stubborn gray hairs, you will

have to do a two-step application process, using only red first, and then your desired color.

STEP ONE (RED HENNA ONLY):

Mix and apply red henna only to dry hair, as directed above.

Leave it in for 1 hour, then rinse and let your hair dry.

STEP TWO (COLOR):

Once the red henna has been applied to the gray hair, apply your natural shade (brown or

black) over the red. The darker color will cling to the red henna.

Leave it in 1-2 hours and rinse.

We hope you enjoy using Morrocco Method Henna as an all-natural way to color your hair.

Although the process may seem confusing at first, you will get the hang of it quickly–and

have fun while doing so, as this “Henna Virgin” found!

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“NEW TO MM HENNA”

A Morrocco Method HENNA Virgin Tells All!

I’ve made up my mind. I’m due to get a touch-up as the gray is starting to show. I’ve

decided to go completely natural. So, I say: “Goodbye chemicals!” I opt for Morrocco

Method Henna instead.

I’m feeling scared yet excited at the thought. It seems so bold, so risky. I have no idea

how my hair is going to turn out. All I’ve heard about henna is that is turns hair orange. At

least, there are many shades to pick from.

The big day has arrived. I’ve got the henna and a glass mixing bowl (metal is not

recommended…I’m not going against that advice!). Now, I need a wooden spoon, rubber

gloves (I used latex gloves) and plastic wrap (that should be interesting).

I need to make some tea to mix with the henna. In my case, I use green tea since the

henna is a light color. Making the tea shouldn’t be too difficult. I’ve made tea before! So, I

use 3 cups of water and boil the tea. Then, I let it simmer for 15 minutes. At the next step, I

add the juice of ½ lemon and a pinch of Celtic Sea Salt.

Do I need to let it cool down? It doesn’t say…well, the henna is a living plant so boiling it

is probably not a good idea.

Okay, I’ll let the tea cool down. In the meantime, I get the henna ready. How much

should I use? Since my hair is long, I’ll use 12 tablespoons. This way I won’t worry about

running out before I’m done. That would not be good! As it’s the first time I do anything like

this, I might mess up.

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I’ve got the henna waiting in my bowl. I check the tea. It’s warm. Okay what’s next?

Time to mix. The directions say to add the tea gradually and stir until it has the consistency

of a thick cream.

What does that look like? Oh, and it also says that it is important that I properly mix it.

Okay…what will happen if I don’t? Well, I’ve come this far…might as well continue!

I start adding the tea water, a little bit at a time. After a while, it seems to be holding

together and it is kind of like a cream. I guess it’s ready. I let is sit for 2 hours so the color

can intensify.

Finally, the moment I have been waiting for. I get to be my own hair color specialist.

Hopefully, I’ll still think it was a good idea when I see the results!

I cut a long piece of plastic or saran wrap and set it aside.

I put on the gloves. I’ve chosen to apply the henna over the bathroom sink in case I

make a mess. In case I make a mess? Like I’m not going too? Right! Plus there is a big mirror

so I can see what I’m doing.

I wonder what technique works best to apply the henna evenly. I try to recall how I’ve

seen hairdressers apply hair color. That doesn’t help! I’ve never seen one use her fingers!

Okay henna…it’s just you and me! I’ll improvise. I settle on a wide tooth-comb and start

parting my hair. The directions say to start at the crown of the head. I stick my finger in the

henna. It’s like playing with mud!

I take a big glob of the stuff and plop it on my scalp. I spread it as best I can careful not

to pull on my hair with the gloves. I keep parting my hair and applying the henna. Not bad!

It’s not as hard as I thought it would be. I’m actually having fun being messy.

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Eventually, I have covered the top of my head. I apply the henna to the rest of the head

starting at the back and finishing with the hair. I use up all the henna.

Now, I wrap the hair using the plastic wrap. I hope no one important decides to visit

right now!

I’ve decided to go for it and leave it on for two hours.

Two hours have passed and the moment of truth has arrived. I remove the plastic wrap.

Now the fun part…getting all that stuff off my hair.

As suggested, I opt for the bath method. I add a few drops of the Euro oil to the water

and get in the tub. I dip my head in the water and start loosening up my hair. The water

turns brown. I hope it doesn’t stain!

Eventually, my hair feels clean. It’s done! I let my hair dry.

Time to check out how it turned out. My hair feels thicker and silky soft. It has a very

healthy sheen! Wow! I like it! It looks even better outdoors with the sun shining on it. I

have all these highlights and they actually look natural.

No more artificial hair color for me. From now on, I’m using Morrocco Method Henna

and nothing else!

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Chapter six

The Theory and Style of Blunt Snip Haircutting

It is of vital importance that you do your hair cuts in accordance with Morrocco

Method’s Lunar Cutting Chart (found on our website www.morroccomethod.com/ lunar

hair chart) to revitalize your hair for lengthening, thickening, strengthening, beautifying

and root work. When you (or your hairdresser) decide on the appropriate calendar date, be

sure to use the Blunt Snip Hair Cutting Technique. It gives the best results with all hair

types and is adaptable for virtually any style. At world-renowned Kenneth’s Salon in New

York City, Anthony Morrocco specialized in this first-rate technique for A-list clients

including Jackie Kennedy and Lauren Bacall. Done in sections while hair is wet, the blunt

snip cut should incorporate careful shaping to prevent a chopped look. Layering should be

used only on extremely short hair and “undercutting” avoided altogether, no matter what

length your hair is. Never use a razor to trim or cut --- and don’t ever let anyone else talk

you into having a “razor cut” either.

On the subject of other people, there are a few key points to keep in mind if you’re

having someone do your lunar-coordinated cut in a salon. Always insist upon a blunt snip

cut on wet hair. If your hair isn’t uniformly one length, holding sectioned strands out and

trimming on the same incline-angle as they grow will work very well, whether you are

doing the cut yourself or enlisting professional assistance. Sometimes in the salon

environment it can be quite tempting to participate in and encourage a lot of chatter with

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your hairdresser. But countless hair cuts have been ruined by this carelessness. Instead, do

your best to focus on the accuracy of your trim, making sure the beauty operator does not

turn your appointment into a social gossip hour during which too much gets sheared off.

Think of your head of hair as a work of art --- to which the artisan must apply enough skill

and respect to STOP when creation is complete. Making a conscious decision to quiet your

mind beforehand and/or doing silent meditation during the session are much preferable to

what usually goes on. If you politely explain that you’d like a tranquil atmosphere, most

stylists will understand. Many of them secretly welcome a reprieve from the ceaseless

chatter and nerve-wracking decibel levels so prevalent in modern salons! If you want to do

some extra-curricular “friending” with your hair care person, fine. But make a coffee date

for after-hours instead, when you can both enjoy a chance to relax and chat --- without

jeopardizing the outcome of your hair cut.

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Chapter seven

Chi Gong and Aura

Morrocco Method has begun exciting new work with specialized Aura

photographers to show how the condition of your hair is reflected in colors that beam

outward from the snapshot. These hues will differ in size, shape, variety and intensity

depending upon whether the hair is virgin, dyed, damaged by environment or chemical

processing, etc.

Aura pictures are extremely complex - there are entire books written about them.

An excellent, concise one is “Auras: An Essay on the Meaning of Colors.” I have attempted to

briefly summarize our MM objective with this Aura project below.

Auras allow you to see an actual picture of your "Chi” --- also know as the Ethereal

Energies.

Why is this Life Force so important?

Chi / Ether = personal life force; the individualized portion of universal energy that enters

our bodies by way of 5 different kinds of hair:

1) scalp hair (Crown Chakra) - Element Ether,

2) facial hair (beard) - Element Water,

3) eyebrows and lashes - Element Air

4) body hair - Element Earth and

5) pubic hair - Element Fire.

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It is helpful to think of all your various kinds of hair as antennae, extending out into nature

for the purpose of receiving Universe’s ongoing transmission of raw Chi ethereal energies,

and transforming them into usable nutrients for our organs and body. The hair absorbs

available Chi, filters out negative energies and stores any surplus Chi for healing, health

maintenance and spiritual benefit.

There are 2 types of Chi / Ether:

• Prenatal Chi or Essence is energy inherited from parents, grandparents and multi-

generations back --- combined with what we bring with us, from past lives, to this

experience.

• Postnatal Chi or Personality is energy force gained during a lifetime, showing as a distinct

aspect of self-awareness.

How can humans build up their postnatal Chi?

• Eat a variety of raw and fresh plant-based, water-filled foods. Plants digest the universal

energies of sun, air and magnetic earth force --- efficiently transforming them into nutrients

available to all humans.

• Study this essential book: “Golden Elixir Chi Kung” by Master Mantak Chia --- recognized

as the world’s foremost living authority on the subject.

• Do conscious deep breathing in the cleanest air possible. Anthony highly recommends Dr.

Andrew Weil’s CD on breathing. Since according to Master Chia, hair acts as an external

“storehouse.” of excess energy, we can draw universal Chi back into our bodies by

deepening our everyday oxygen intake into the practice of “hair breathing.”:

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Quieting the mind to focus on feeling energy begin to filter through hair; sensing it blend

and transform from universal Chi into dynamic, usable energy for all the organs of your

body. In breathing through your body’s hair follicles, you are drawing energy / Chi from the

entire world around you and heightening this activity with full awareness of your senses

and all body hair. As you continue the pattern of inhaling-exhaling, it will feel as if your hair

itself is breathing, with energy moving in and out of the strands. Enjoy the sensation of

gathering Chi through your hair. “Hair breathing” will promote growth and optimum health

of hair --- excellent for everyone, but especially so for those with hair thinning or loss. Some

people may consider this idea very new or even strange, but recalling the Biblical story of

Samson and Delilah makes it very easy to acknowledge the hair-energy connection

harkening back to ancient times.

What role does human hair play in postnatal Chi energies?

We all have 5 types of body hair, as mentioned above (the scalp - Element

Ether/facial/beard - Element Water / eyebrows& lashes - Element Air / hair on the rest of

the body - Element Earth/ pubic hair - Element Fire). This presence of “5” recurs

throughout our world --- as the number of senses (sight, hearing, touch, taste, smell); digits

of each hand & foot and elements (air, earth, fire, water, ether) that form the essential

structure of our Universe. Hair is as prevalent a living organ of the body as skin (and we

hasten to challenge the erroneous but widespread notion that ‘hair is dead’ by asserting, au

contraire: anything with the capacity to GROW is unequivocally ALIVE! Each hair has a

living cycle consisting of growth stage, resting phase and eventual replacement). Virtually

everywhere present on the body, individual hairs number in the millions. The filament like

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ones lining the inner ear alone total over 15,000 as part of your essential system of hearing

and balance. What happens with energy in humans is a mirror of the familiar cycle known

as “photosynthesis” in nature: Just as a tree’s leaves intake life forces of air/sunlight/water

and transform them into energized intelligence for nourishment of roots, trunk and

branches --- so do we with our hair, when it’s in optimum condition, absorb and store

universal Chi energy essential to growth and survival. Each different hair, according to its

location on the body, draws different energy from Nature and the universe. This knowledge

has been used successfully for thousands of years on the other side of the globe. It seems

Westerners are only beginning to wake up to an untapped source of increased longevity

and physical-spiritual vitality. But an increasing number of Western physicians and health

practitioners have begun to use hair analysis testing to determine whether a patient lacks

essential minerals or carries an excess of toxins in the body. Admittedly, this is a lot for us

to grasp at one sitting. For now, try to keep in mind just these two key points:

• Follicle-generated hairs, spanning the entire body, are in effect your antennae, extending

out into nature and the total Universe. Become aware of your hair!

•The more natural your scalp hair is and the better its condition, the more Chi/ Ethereal

Energy it will absorb at your Crown Chakra.

These ‘new’ ideas --- including the breathing practice --- present a challenge to most

people, so please be patient with yourself! At first it may be difficult to feel the “hair

breathing.” and other sensations of energy transference, but it will come. An attitude of

faith that you can do it is very important. Relax to the flow of energy. If you find that you’re

unable to concentrate or tensing up, just stop and remember that old saying: a journey of

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ten thousand miles begins with the first step. Be as kind as you would with someone else

struggling to grasp new concepts and give yourself permission to try again at another time.

Aura Portraits are allowing us to actually view the scope and quality of Chi --- vital

life force energy --- in each person individually. The colors in the photographs show us a

dimension with so much potential for enhancement of health! Here we are into the twenty-

first century with only an inkling of what can portend the future of all healing arts! But this

awakening can be attributed to some early intrepid pioneers --- most notably ‘the sleeping

prophet’ Edgar Cayce, who in 1945 wrote: “Apparently the aura reflects vibrations of the

soul.” Cayce devoted his entire life to research and discoveries we are only beginning to

comprehend. He continues: “Color seems to be a characteristic of the vibration of matter…

through atomic patterns. We ourselves are patterns and we project colors, which are there

for those who can see them.”

Now that we have the technology to capture and observe in rendered photographic

form a person’s Aura, we gain an astonishing opportunity to assess --- by virtue of variety,

shape, intensity and blending of color --- the disposition of their Chi.

DANGER: Hair Transplants Kill Your Brain!

Each hair growing in your scalp springs from a follicle, its ongoing source of nourishment

and survival. This follicle, or bulb, is in turn individually connected to a single nerve ending

of your brain. These connections, collectively numbering in the tens of thousands, make

possible the high level of thought, feeling and sensation you access every day to experience

your world.…. thanks to such an amazing gift from Nature.

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Those who choose to have hair transplants done unwittingly subject themselves to

irreparable damage they will inevitably live to regret --- not to mention the fact that a very

high percentage of these so-called ‘infallible’ transplants simply fail to produce hair growth

at all. The procedure involves removing “plugs” from a dense area of hair to be “replanted”

in a thinner or bald space. Each scalp chunk torn out represents one destroyed and

irreplaceable nerve ending of your precious brain that is then gone forever. Certainly

switching to an all-natural hair care regimen such as Morrocco Method International,

which proudly presents the world’s only 100% natural, wild-crafted, raw and organic

system --- combined with the foregoing suggestions for enhancing your health --- is vastly

preferable to destroying your amazing brain!

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Chapter eight

Hair cutting & the lunar cycle

Anthony Morrocco has literally “combed” the earth for secrets of great hair! From

this global research he’s developed the internationally acclaimed MORROCCO METHOD®

with dynamic blending of world-fusion ingredients in each of his products. Anthony’s quest

reveals that world cultures universally depend on two basic elements to maintain health

and well being: First, our (increasingly under-utilized) five senses; second, our earth’s

Moon with its lunar phase cycle.

Sight, hearing, touch, smell and taste bring us quantum knowledge of the outer

world and its effects. This fact is so basic to human existence that it’s become all but

forgotten. An intriguing pentad theme also embodies the five essential life elements: Air.…

Fire.… Water.… Earth.… (and an energy field well-known to ancients).… Ether / Chi / Life

Force Energies.

This theme of five {5 senses/5 elemental energies} combines with Moon’s full-

phase lunar cycle to form the foundational ideology of MORROCCO METHOD

INTERNATIONAL.

During wide-ranging travels, Anthony observed that Moon’s influence appears in

every culture worldwide; the eminence of Moon in earthly affairs is indeed the stuff of

legends. Farmer’s Almanac, for example, contains detailed lunar phase data which is used

all across the USA to determine best times for crop irrigation, sowing and reaping. Even

home hobbyists know that pruning their gardens on certain days leads to more bountiful

blooms.

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Most kitchen calendars in the United States still indicate lunar phases ---shown as

small white circles gradually becoming black, then reverting to white again throughout

each month. Some even elaborate with colorful symbols representing the twelve

Astrological signs, whose Moon-related energy principles are now widely known.

While doing researching in Honduras, Anthony studied with respected Shamans.

These healers, who preserve mythic traditions of their indigenous kinsmen, are specifically

trained to understand the subtleties of Moon’s energy field. For best charting of lunar

function, they utilize a 13 Moon cycle calendar developed by the ancient Mayan civilization

of Central America.

While integrating Moon’s phases into hair care is not entirely unknown, Anthony

has succeeded in developing his Morrocco Method to incorporate previously

undocumented practices from around the world. Initially he’d sought to investigate the

principles for the sole benefit of his personal hair care clients. But he was later compelled

to carefully record each methodology for inclusion in his comprehensive Morrocco Method

educational system.

Method Lunar Hair Cutting system: The dates noted on Morrocco Methods Lunar

Cut Calendar are based on the most exacting Mayan 13 Moon calculations available.

Coordinating your hair cuts with the appropriate Moon phases will allow you to work with

nature rather than against it. Since specific results are linked with certain times, the

Morrocco Method Lunar Chart makes planning your hair cutting dates easy and

dependably accurate.

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To use MM Lunar Chart most effectively, determine your hair goal(s), from among

those listed below (and note the recurring theme of 5 yet again): Lengthening, Thickening,

Strengthening, Root Work and Beautifying.

Consult the chart accordingly:

• To grow hair longer, cut during Lengthening dates.

• To gain denser hair, use our Thickening dates.

• For a more powerful growth cycle, use Strengthening.

• For reconstruction & increased hair growth, use Root Work.

• For natural waves, body & manageability, use Beautifying.

You will notice a range of dates on the MM Lunar Chart for each objective. Simply do

your cut during one of the indicated days for the desired result. Any time of day is fine. Use

this chart each month to maximize your Morrocco Method hair care regimen.

Throughout the year, select a different enhancement each month to gradually

increase your hair’s strength, sheen and renewed health. You will see amazing results that

reconstruct scalp, power up new growth patterns and stimulate oil gland function. You may

choose any sequence. Keep in mind that using the Lunar Cut Chart will work best when

combined with our Morrocco Method Five Elements hair care. For best results, alternate

the 5 Shampoos and 5 Conditioners. (There’s that magic number yet again!). Anthony

additionally recommends the application of MM Zen Detox once per each season of the

year.

Following Morrocco Method’s Lunar Chart for your haircuts and rotating use of our

five Shampoos / Conditioners system will not only produce flourishing hair --- it will also

greatly enhance your overall health! In fact, every time you do a hair cut in accordance with

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the proper date sequence on the Lunar calendar, you are giving yourself the equivalent of 6

to 12 acupuncture treatments!

Special note: We utilize the Moon calendar because lunar phases are such an

influential aspect of hair care. Be advised also that Sun is quite important: The Equinox and

Solstice are four annual dates when Sun is especially influential. You will see one date

circled in red for each season in Equinox or Solstice.

You will notice too that our dates noted for Equinox and Solstice differ from other

astrological calendars. Whereas western astrology today is based on the 12 Moon cycle

calendar, Anthony Morrocco uses the ancient Mayan 13 Moon Calendar chart. Dates such as

Spring Equinox may not coincide with the conventional astrological calendar. Anthony’s

system is therefore intended FOR LUNAR HAIR CUTTING ONLY!

Because the Morrocco Method is unique compared to any other hair care regimen

now available, new users often have questions. To lend assistance, Anthony has developed

the following Q & A:

• Does my birthday have anything to do with lunar-based hair cutting?

If the cycle falls directly on your birthday, by all means do the cut on that day for

optimum results. Otherwise, choose the most convenient noted date for your cut.

• How significant are the Solstice and Equinox?

Since these are by far the strongest dates of the quarterly segments, definitely try to

use them for whichever result you desire.

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• I have a big job interview coming up. Should I get my trim even if it isn’t on one of the

noted days of the MIM Chart?

Preferably, no. You are best served by following the Morrocco Lunar cuts schedule.

• Will my hair improve using just the Lunar chart and no other MM products?

Think of Morrocco Method as if it were a wheel and the various components (i.e.

shampooing, applications of MM Detox & Elixirs, etc.) as spokes. All these ‘spoke.’ figure

into the greatest structural integrity and smooth ride. Ditto for the health and radiance of

your hair!

• I’ve missed my cutting dates, so can I still get a trim --- or will it adversely affect the

process?

You are best off waiting until the next Lunar cut date to do any trimming.

• We will be traveling this spring in Europe. What about cutting while in different time

zones?

Calculate the equivalent time with USA Pacific Standard Time (for example, if you

are in France, you are 8 hours forward/later). If the hair cutting chart shows 3 possible

dates, choose the middle day for your trim.