{"product_id":"shikakai-powder-natural-hair-cleanser-pure-ayurvedic-100-g","title":"Shikakai Powder – Natural Hair Cleanser, Pure Ayurvedic (100 g)","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 700px; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #333; line-height: 1.7; font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePure Shikakai Powder for Hair Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFinely ground Shikakai pod powder, traditionally used in India as a natural hair wash. Single ingredient, nothing added.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #2e6b34;\"\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% pure Shikakai powder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo added colour, fragrance or fillers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditionally used as a herbal hair wash on its own or with other powders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to mix with water, curd or other herbal powders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePack size: 100 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #2e6b34;\"\u003eAbout Shikakai Powder\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShikakai comes from the dried pods of a plant that grows in India. Its name is often translated as \"fruit for hair\", and it has been used for generations in Indian homes to wash hair. In Ayurvedic hair care, it is traditionally paired with Reetha and Amla for herbal hair washes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #2e6b34;\"\u003eTraditional Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditionally used as a natural hair and scalp cleanser\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMany people use it as a herbal shampoo alternative\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditionally combined with Reetha and Amla in herbal hair wash blends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMay leave hair feeling clean, soft and easy to comb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA simple, chemical-free addition to your hair care routine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #2e6b34;\"\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTake 2 tablespoons of powder in a bowl (adjust for your hair length).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd warm water and mix into a smooth, pourable paste.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply to your scalp and hair and massage gently. Leave for 20 to 30 minutes. Do not let it dry completely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse well with water until all the powder is gone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse once or twice a week, or as suits you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e For a fuller herbal wash, mix 1 tablespoon of Shikakai with 2 tablespoons of Reetha and 1 tablespoon of Amla powder. If your hair feels dry after washing, try mixing the powder with curd instead of water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #2e6b34;\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Shikakai Powder\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNet quantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100 g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store in a cool, dry place. Keep the pack tightly closed. Use a dry spoon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f1f8f1; border-left: 4px solid #2e6b34; padding: 12px 16px; margin: 20px 0; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do a patch test first. Apply a little paste behind your ear and wait 24 hours. Avoid contact with eyes. If it gets in your eyes, rinse well with clean water. Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, on medication, or have a scalp condition or heavy or sudden hair fall. Results vary from person to person. This is a herbal product and not a medical treatment.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #2e6b34;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #cfe3cf; border-radius: 6px; padding: 10px 14px; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: bold; color: #2e6b34;\"\u003eWhat is Shikakai powder?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 8px 0 0;\"\u003eShikakai powder is made from dried Shikakai pods, ground into a fine powder. It is traditionally used in India as a natural hair wash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #cfe3cf; border-radius: 6px; padding: 10px 14px; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: bold; color: #2e6b34;\"\u003eHow do I use Shikakai powder on my hair?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 8px 0 0;\"\u003eMix 2 tablespoons with warm water into a smooth paste. Massage it into your scalp and hair, leave for 20 to 30 minutes, then rinse well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #cfe3cf; border-radius: 6px; padding: 10px 14px; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: bold; color: #2e6b34;\"\u003eWill it foam like a regular shampoo?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 8px 0 0;\"\u003eIt makes only a little foam, much less than a chemical shampoo. This is normal for herbal powders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #cfe3cf; border-radius: 6px; padding: 10px 14px; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: bold; color: #2e6b34;\"\u003eCan I mix it with Reetha and Amla?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 8px 0 0;\"\u003eYes. Shikakai is traditionally mixed with Reetha and Amla powder for a herbal hair wash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #cfe3cf; border-radius: 6px; padding: 10px 14px; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: bold; color: #2e6b34;\"\u003eMy hair feels dry after washing. What can I do?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 8px 0 0;\"\u003eHerbal washes can feel different from regular shampoo at first. You can mix the powder with curd or Amla powder, rinse well, and use less often. If the dryness continues, stop using it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #cfe3cf; border-radius: 6px; padding: 10px 14px; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: bold; color: #2e6b34;\"\u003eDo I need to do a patch test?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 8px 0 0;\"\u003eYes. Apply a little paste behind your ear and wait 24 hours. If you see redness, itching or irritation, do not use it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #cfe3cf; border-radius: 6px; padding: 10px 14px; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: bold; color: #2e6b34;\"\u003eHow should I store it?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 8px 0 0;\"\u003eStore it in a cool, dry place with the pack tightly closed. Always use a dry spoon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"VanaTatva","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68294889898235,"sku":null,"price":249.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1946\/5979\/files\/ShikakaiPowderBotanicalProductDisplay.jpg?v=1791620935","url":"https:\/\/www.vanatatva.com\/products\/shikakai-powder-natural-hair-cleanser-pure-ayurvedic-100-g","provider":"VanaTatva","version":"1.0","type":"link"}