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Description
Shikakai Natural Pods & Powder
Shikakai (शिकाकाई) is a traditional plant ingredient widely used in Indian hair-care routines. The accepted botanical identity is Senegalia rugata; the older and widely used trade synonym Acacia concinna is also commonly seen in herbal commerce.
Product Identity
| Common Name | Shikakai |
| Hindi Name | शिकाकाई |
| Accepted Botanical Name | Senegalia rugata (Lam.) Britton & Rose |
| Common Trade Synonym | Acacia concinna (Willd.) DC. |
| Plant Part | Dried fruit / pod |
| Available Forms | Natural and powder |
| Pack Sizes | 100 g, 200 g, 400 g and 900 g |
Traditional Hair-Care Use
Shikakai pods have long been used in Indian hair-cleansing preparations, often alone or combined with ingredients such as Reetha and Amla. Its traditional role is mainly as a natural cleansing and hair-care ingredient rather than a medicine.
Natural or Powder?
Natural: suitable for customers who prefer to soak, boil or prepare the dried pods themselves.
Powder: convenient for making traditional hair packs or cleansing pastes.
How to Use
For external hair-care use, Shikakai powder is commonly mixed with water to form a paste, while natural pods may be soaked or simmered and the strained liquid used in traditional hair-cleansing routines. Avoid contact with eyes.
Storage
Store tightly sealed in a cool, dry place away from moisture and direct sunlight.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shikakai?
Shikakai is a traditional Indian hair-care ingredient obtained from the dried pods of the plant currently accepted as Senegalia rugata.
Is Acacia concinna the botanical name of Shikakai?
Acacia concinna is a widely used older botanical name and trade synonym. Current Kew taxonomy accepts the species as Senegalia rugata.
Is this Shikakai available as powder?
Yes. The product is available in both Natural and Powder variants.
Which part of Shikakai is commonly used?
The dried fruit or pod is the part commonly used in traditional hair-care preparations.
How is Shikakai powder traditionally used for hair?
It is commonly mixed with water into a paste or blended with other traditional hair-care ingredients such as Reetha or Amla.
Can Shikakai be used with Reetha and Amla?
Yes. Shikakai, Reetha and Amla are frequently combined in traditional Indian hair-care preparations.
How should Shikakai be stored?
Keep it dry, sealed and away from heat and moisture.
Note: This product is a raw traditional hair-care ingredient. Avoid eye contact and discontinue use if irritation occurs.
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