Ayurvedic powders are more and more talked about in cosmetics. They refer to the powders of Indian plants traditionally used in Ayurveda. Ayurveda, “science of life” in Sanskrit, is this sacred therapeutic medicine in india more than 5000 years old which claims a holistic approach (global) to rebalance body and mind. In this tradition, a wide range of plants are used for the purpose of healing, maintaining health and The well-being. In cosmetics, Ayurvedic powders also have a role to play whether it is to take care of the hair or the face.
The different hair treatments with Ayurvedic powders
The diversity of Ayurvedic plants is such that all types of hair can benefit from their properties through different hair care products, from shampoo to mask. In detail, they are used:
- In shampoo: or in the form of a 100% vegetable shampoo which gives a consistency of paste when the powder is mixed with lukewarm water. Either in the form of shampoo based on clay and plants: it is mixed with water to obtain a paste or it is used as a rubbing powder on wet hair which is rinsed.
- As a mask before or after shampoo: the powder mixes with water to form a paste. Mixed with vegetal oilsit will be more suitable as a pre-shampoo mask because of its “oily” effect.
- In infusion in water. Ayurvedic powder is used in hair lotion, rinsing lotionor as an aqueous phase in the preparation of “homemade” cosmetics (hair creams, cream conditioner, etc.)
- In oily macerate where the plant powder is macerated in vegetable oil. It is used for example in friction of the scalp or in hair oil…
Some Ayurvedic herbs good for hair
Depending on the plants, the properties are adapted to the different hair types. Here are some examples :
- Shikakai: a real “vegetal shampoo”, it cleanses the hair and scalp thanks to its richness in saponins (plant compounds with cleansing and slightly foaming properties). It is suitable for all hair types.
- Amla: hair beautifier and fortifier, it is suitable for all hair types and in particular in case of hair lossor to stimulate growth, in case of dull or fine hair, or in case of early white hair.
- Bhringaraj: “hair master” in Sanskrit: used as a fortifier, this plant fights against hair loss and tones tired hair.
- Brahmi: fortifying, capillary, tonic, and soothing the scalp, this active ingredient fights against dandruff.
- Kashur sugnadhi: it brings strength and volume to fine and limp hair, thickens and improves shine. It pleasantly perfumes the hair.
- Nagarmotha: it purifies oily hair and fights dandruff, helps to fight against premature white hair.
- Fenugreek: it stimulates growth, strengthens and coats the hair. It is recommended to bring volume and shine.
- Sir: rich in vegetable saponins, it gently cleanses the hair. This plant is also rich in mucilages, which soothe the scalp and coat the hair. This plant is the ally of colored hair that it cleans without risk of color bleeding (even for vegetable colorings).
Usage precautions
- Ayurvedic powders are very active. To prevent any risk of allergy, always remember to do a test in the bend of the elbow 24 hours before application.
- These powders should always be mixed with a more neutral powder (claycolloidal oatmeal powder, rice powder micronised). The objective is twofold: it allows both to form a beautiful paste with a texture adapted to the application and to dilute the active powder.
- During the realization of cosmetic recipe, avoid contact with the eyes. In case of contact, rinse thoroughly with clean water.
- These powders should be kept out of reach of children.
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