The powder I’m going to introduce to you today is one of the best I’ve discovered this year. Kapoor Kachli powder is an Ayurvedic powder ( traditional Indian medicine ) made from wild ginger ( Hedychium spicatum ). It is well‑known for its hair benefits : it helps strengthen the hair, stimulate growth, make it thicker and shinier, all while giving it a pleasant fragrance.
It has been used for centuries in India for all its benefits on the hair. It’s a natural ally for healthy, thick, and shiny hair.
Kapoor Kachli powder can be used as a hair mask or as a shampoo. To use it properly on your hair, it is generally recommended to mix 2 to 3 tablespoons of powder with warm water
( warm water helps the powder achieve a smoother texture ) or with nourishing vegetable oils such as coconut, olive, or castor oil.
🧾 Quantity and preparation
- Short hair : 1 to 2 tablespoons of powder are enough.
- Medium to long hair : 2 to 3 tablespoons.
- Preparation : Mix the powder with warm water until you get a smooth paste. You can replace the water with a herbal infusion ( hibiscus, nettle ) to enhance the effect.
🧴 Compatible vegetable oils
- Coconut oil : nourishes and protects the hair fiber.
- Castor oil : stimulates growth and thickens the hair.
- Olive oil : moisturizes and adds shine.
- Jojoba oil : regulates sebum, ideal for oily hair.
- Sweet almond oil : softens and smooths dry hair.
Application…
- Hair mask : Apply the paste to the scalp and lengths, leave it on for 30 to 45 minutes under a warm towel, then rinse thoroughly.
- Herbal shampoo : Mix the powder with shikakai ( Ayurvedic plant ), or reetha ( Indian soapberry ), for a natural cleansing treatment.
- Combined treatment : Pair it with other Ayurvedic powders such as amla ( strengthening ), brahmi ( soothing ), or hibiscus ( shine ).
The frequency of use depends on your hair type :
- Fragile or damaged hair : once a week.
- Normal hair : twice a month is enough.
- Oily hair : Avoid mixing it with heavy oils; prefer water or herbal infusions.
That’s all for this article ! Feel free to share your feedback after using this powder, and I hope it helps you as much as it helped me.
