Shikakai Powder

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INCI NAME: ACACIA CONCINNA

Shikakai, also known as Shika in Tamil, Seekaaya in Telugu, and Soap pod in English, is a powerful ayurvedic plant that has been used for generations as a cleanser for healthy, long hair, dandruff management and relief in skin diseases.

This versatile ingredient is famous for its gentle cleansing properties and its ability to promote healthy hair growth. Shikakai is rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals that nourish the hair and scalp, leaving your locks feeling soft and lustrous. Its cleansing and nourishing the hair, Shikakai is also known for its ability to help with dandruff and other scalp issues. It can soothe an itchy scalp and promote overall scalp health. Many people also use Shikakai as a natural conditioner, as it can help detangle hair and add shine without stripping it of its natural oils.

Shikakai is a wonderful natural alternative to commercial hair care products that are often filled with harsh chemicals. Whether you are formulating  a shampoo, conditioner, or hair mask, incorporating Shikakai into your formulation can lead to healthier, more vibrant hair.

Shikakai is also known to have many beneficial properties:

•  Prevents Hair Fall

Shikakakai can help reduce hair fall in adults. It has all the necessary vitamins and properties to prevent hair fall and therefore adding it to your hair care routine is a great hair loss control tip.

•  Promotes Hair Growth

Shikakai offers all-around nourishment for hair thanks to its vitamin content which stimulates hair growth.

• Treats Dandruff

One of the best benefits of shikakai powder for hair is that it can help control and get rid of dandruff from hair and scalp. A simple DIY shikakai scalp and hair mask  can help relieve you from this pesky hair problem.

•  Improves Hair Texture

Shikakai is known to make hair look more rejuvenated and bouncy rather than limp and dull. If you have dull and lifeless hair, adding shikakai to your hair wash routine will help you reverse the situation.

• Strengthens Hair Strands

This natural hair care ingredient is rich in antioxidants which protect the hair from damage and help improve the quality of hair.

•  Prevents Breakage

Shikakai benefits hair as it can make hair more elastic and that leads to the prevention of breakage. Hair breakage can be caused by combing and brushing too and that’s why shikakai should be added to your weekly hair routine.

• Exfoliates Scalp

Shikakai powder as a scalp exfoliator. Shikakai for hair effectively cleanses the scalp and will also kill bacteria therefore creating the ideal environment for better hair growth.

• Softens Hair

Shikakai has a component called saponin which helps make the hair silky smooth and soft to the touch. It is one major reason why this natural ingredient is so popularly used in hair care products.

•  Revives Dull Locks

Shikakai is good for hair that is damaged and dehydrated. It can revive dull and damaged locks with its nourishing properties and makes the hair bouncy, healthy, and shine

•  Prevents Premature Greying

frequently used of shikakai can literally prevent your hair from ageing. It helps maintain your natural hair color and delays the onset of premature greying.

• Prevents Split Ends

This natural ingredient strengthens the hair, smooth the hair for easy detangling, and prevents breakage which in turn helps prevent split ends as well.

•  Nourishes Scalp & Hair

Shikakai is a great hair care ingredient because it deeply nourishes both the scalp and hair and therefore keeps your locks healthy and protected from damage. It can be extremely moisturizing and hydrating .