Shikakai / Soap Pod Dried (Raw)
Botanical Name: Acacia Concinna
English Name: Soap Pod
Tamil Name: சீயக்காய் / Siyakai / Shikakai
Hindi Name: हिकाकाई / कोची / रिघा / रीठा (रीठा) / सातला / शिका / शिकाकाई / Hikakai/ Kochi/ Righa/ Ritha (reetha)/ Saatalaa/ Shika/ Shikakai
Malayalam Name: കമലാന്താ / കാർമലന്തല / ചികക / ചിനിക്ക / സിക്കാക്ക / സിനിക്കാ / സിവിക്ക / Carmalantala, Chikaka, Chinikka, Cikkakka, Civikka
Telugu Name: చికాయ (చీకాయ) / గోగు / శిరికాయ / సీకాయ / Chikaya (cheekaya)/ Gogu/ Shiikaya/ Siikaya
About Shikakai (Soap Pod)
Shikakai is a prickly bush or climber that grows in tropical forests of India. Its fruits are well known for their use as a natural hair shampoo. When dried, the pods turn dark brown and become wrinkled. Each pod contains six to ten seeds. Both the leaves and fruits of Shikakai are used for medicinal purposes. The dried pods are powdered to produce Shikakai powder.
External Benefits of Shikakai (Soap Pod)
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Skin Disorders:
- Shikakai powder is effective for treating various skin disorders, including itching, psoriasis, and pimples.
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Hyperpigmentation:
- It is used as a remedy for hyperpigmentation.
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Pain Relief:
- Shikakai powder can be used to alleviate pain.
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Hair Care:
- It is widely used for hair care, particularly for treating dandruff.
How to Apply Shikakai (Soap Pod) Externally
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Hair Wash:
- Prepare a paste by mixing Shikakai powder with water and apply it to the hair while bathing.
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Dandruff:
- Boil Shikakai powder in water, cook for ten minutes, and use this mixture for washing hair.
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Hyperpigmentation:
- Prepare a paste of Shikakai powder by adding water and apply it to the affected parts.
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Skin Disorders, Itching, Psoriasis, and Pimples:
- Boil 1 tbsp of Shikakai powder in 1 cup of water, cook for a few minutes, and apply it to the affected areas.
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Pain Relief:
- Apply some castor oil to the affected area, heat with a hot water bag, massage with Shikakai powder for 15 minutes, wash the area with hot water, and wipe it.
Procurement & Agriculture Method
- Organic Farming: 90% of our herbs are wild crops and 100% organic by nature.
- No Chemicals: The remaining 10% are organically grown, dried, and pulverized with no chemical or preservatives.
Disclaimer
The consumption details and benefits listed on our website are derived from ancient Tamil books and Siddha records, further refined by our Siddha Doctors Team. It is advised to consult your doctor before use.
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