Natural Indigo is one of the few hidden Ayurvedic herbs. The powder particularly carries a deep and rich colour, which is useful to hair dyes. Thus, it is an excellent natural alternative to artificial hair dyes. In addition, it can lend your hair with a dark brown or shiny black colour when you use it […]

Henna is a famous herb in both India and abroad. It appears in the form of leaf powder, which is an ingredient in medicines. This is because it can fight off numerous infections and diseases. For instance, it can tackle tutors, spasms, and inflammation. Similarly, it can fight stomach ulcers, bed sores, and inflammatory bowel […]

Do you frequently face blocked pores or breakouts? Have the regular remedies not worked? And overall, is your skin getting too much too handle? Look no further – Fuller’s earth can naturally repair and rebuild your skin. Introduction Fuller’s earth is a clay-like substance. It contains a drying nature and can pull out oil or […]

There are some Ayurvedic herbs you have been eating all your life. Alternatively, there are others which are not as popular. The Katira gond, for instance, is one such example. It also goes by the Latin name Tragacanth gum or gond in Ayurveda. While it may initially seem futile, don’t turn away – or there are […]

The Kapikacchu plant also goes by the names Macuna Pruriens in Latin and Kaunch in sanskrit. Alternatively, people call this the velvet bean or cowhage in English. It contains a holistic composition – namely that of crude protein (11-23%) and crude fibre (35-40%). In this manner, it brings balance to the body’s endocrine, reproductive, and […]

The Arjuna herb dates back to over 1,000 years. Early references are present in the Mahabharata, for instance, which is one of Hinduism’s earliest epics. If you wonder how Arjuna in the Mahabharata got his name, remember that it was after this herb and its protective effects. However, the epics are not the only source which […]

The soap nut is an ancient Indian herb which goes by the name ‘Aritha’ or ‘Reetha’ in Ayurveda. You can make this using the powder of dry Reetha fruits. This is a deciduous plant fruit and grows in rain intensive areas (around 150-200 cms of rainfall each year). Thus, it requires clay soil for cultivation. […]

Glycerol or glycerine is a form of sugar alcohol of animal products, plants, or petroleum. For instance, you may use soybean, coconut, or palm oils among available plant products. It is a non-toxic, odourless, and colourless liquid. You may think it sounds synthetic, but it isn’t! In fact, it is present in all natural lipids […]

Fat is one of the basic necessities in cooking. It acts as a lubricant and helps your food pick up the heat at a quicker speed. Further, it helps your food taste great. There are various types and sources of fats that help each contain distinct properties. Among these, Argan oil is a healthy source […]