{"product_id":"aritha-reetha-soapnut-powder-100gm","title":"Aritha (Reetha) Powder 100g | Sapindus mukorossi Soapnut Hair Cleanser | Riddhish Herbals","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.rh-desc{max-width:860px;margin:0 auto;font-family:-apple-system,'Segoe UI',Roboto,Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;color:#2a2f2c;line-height:1.6;font-size:16px;background:#fff;word-wrap:break-word}\n.rh-desc h2{color:#18543a;font-size:1.25rem;margin:1.5em 0 .5em;padding-bottom:.3em;border-bottom:2px solid #e3ebe5;font-weight:700}\n.rh-desc h3{color:#18543a;font-size:1.05rem;margin:1.15em 0 .35em;font-weight:700}\n.rh-desc p{margin:.55em 0}\n.rh-desc .rh-hero{background:#f4f8f5;border-left:4px solid #c46a1f;padding:15px 16px;border-radius:6px;font-size:1rem}\n.rh-desc .rh-hero strong{color:#18543a}\n.rh-desc ul.rh-feat{list-style:none;padding:0;margin:.6em 0}\n.rh-desc ul.rh-feat li{position:relative;padding:7px 0 7px 24px;border-bottom:1px solid #f0f3f1}\n.rh-desc ul.rh-feat li:before{content:'\\25C6';position:absolute;left:0;top:8px;color:#c46a1f;font-size:.8rem}\n.rh-desc .rh-scroll{overflow-x:auto;-webkit-overflow-scrolling:touch;margin:.7em 0;border:1px solid #e3ebe5;border-radius:6px}\n.rh-desc table.rh-tbl{width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14.5px;min-width:480px}\n.rh-desc table.rh-tbl th{background:#18543a;color:#fff;text-align:left;padding:9px 11px;font-weight:600}\n.rh-desc table.rh-tbl td{border:1px solid #e3ebe5;padding:8px 11px;vertical-align:top}\n.rh-desc table.rh-tbl tr:nth-child(even) td{background:#f7faf8}\n.rh-desc .rh-note,.rh-desc .rh-cite,.rh-desc .rh-mesh{border-radius:6px;padding:12px 15px;margin:.8em 0;font-size:14px}\n.rh-desc .rh-note{background:#fbf6ef;border:1px solid #ecdcc6;color:#6a5234}\n.rh-desc .rh-cite{background:#f4f8f5;border:1px solid #dce8e0;color:#33473c}\n.rh-desc .rh-mesh{background:#f4f8f5;border:1px solid #dce8e0}\n.rh-desc .rh-mesh a{color:#18543a;font-weight:600;text-decoration:none;display:inline-block;padding:4px 0}\n.rh-desc .rh-mesh a:hover{text-decoration:underline;color:#c46a1f}\n.rh-desc .rh-legal{font-size:12.5px;color:#8a948e;margin-top:1.4em;padding-top:.8em;border-top:1px solid #eef2f0}\n@media (max-width:600px){\n.rh-desc{font-size:15.5px;line-height:1.58}\n.rh-desc h2{font-size:1.13rem}\n.rh-desc h3{font-size:1rem}\n.rh-desc .rh-hero{font-size:.97rem;padding:13px 14px}\n.rh-desc table.rh-tbl{font-size:13px;min-width:420px}\n.rh-desc table.rh-tbl th,.rh-desc table.rh-tbl td{padding:7px 9px}\n.rh-desc .rh-note,.rh-desc .rh-cite,.rh-desc .rh-mesh{font-size:13.3px;padding:11px 13px}\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rh-desc\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"rh-hero\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAritha (Reetha) Powder\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 100% pure soapnut powder — finely ground fruit of \u003cem\u003eSapindus mukorossi\u003c\/em\u003e. Rich in natural saponins, it works as a gentle, plant-based hair cleanser and a traditional sulphate-free alternative to shampoo. Single ingredient, nothing added.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Aritha (Reetha) Powder\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLong before bottled shampoo, Indian households washed their hair with Aritha — the humble soapnut. Also called Reetha, Areetha or simply soapnut, the dried fruit of \u003cem\u003eSapindus mukorossi\u003c\/em\u003e carries natural foaming compounds called saponins. Mixed with a little water, the powder lathers gently and lifts away oil and dust without the harsh sulphates of modern detergents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an own-brand 100 g pack, a single-ingredient Ayurvedic hair-care powder developed and marketed by Riddhish Herbals and prepared for us by our contract-manufacturing partner under Ayurvedic licence GA\/1762. The label declares one thing only: Sapindus mukorossi (fruit) 100% — no fillers, no fragrance, no added chemicals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTraditional Ayurvedic Importance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn classical Ayurvedic nighantus, soapnut is known as \u003cem\u003eArishtaka\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003ePhenila\u003c\/em\u003e — the “foaming” dravya — and is described in \u003cstrong\u003eBhavaprakasha Nighantu\u003c\/strong\u003e among the natural cleansing agents. It has been valued for generations as a \u003cem\u003eKeshya\u003c\/em\u003e (hair-friendly) material used to keep the scalp clean and hair soft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe traditional Indian hair wash pairs three herbs: Reetha to cleanse, \u003cem\u003eShikakai\u003c\/em\u003e to condition, and \u003cem\u003eAmla\u003c\/em\u003e to add gloss. Used together they make the classic herbal alternative to shampoo that many families still prefer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rh-feat\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100% pure soapnut\u003c\/strong\u003e — one ingredient only, \u003cem\u003eSapindus mukorossi\u003c\/em\u003e fruit, nothing added.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSaponin-rich natural cleanser\u003c\/strong\u003e — a gentle plant lather that works as a sulphate-free shampoo alternative.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCleanses without over-drying\u003c\/strong\u003e — lifts dirt and excess oil while keeping the scalp comfortable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHelps hair look soft and shiny\u003c\/strong\u003e — leaves strands smooth and easy to manage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for all hair types\u003c\/strong\u003e — vegan, cruelty-free and biodegradable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePairs classically with Amla \u0026amp; Shikakai\u003c\/strong\u003e — for a traditional herbal hair wash or mask.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in a GMP-certified facility\u003c\/strong\u003e under Ayurvedic licence GA\/1762 — a documented quality trail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100 g pack\u003c\/strong\u003e, Product of India, with a bill provided on every order.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eComposition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rh-scroll\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"rh-tbl\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIngredient\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBotanical\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePart used\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProportion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAritha \/ Reetha (Soapnut)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003eSapindus mukorossi\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFruit (pericarp)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13.5px;color:#5a655e\"\u003eNet weight: 100 g. Store in a cool, dry place; protect from direct sunlight. Product of India.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Science, Simply\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoapnut shells are naturally high in \u003cem\u003esaponins\u003c\/em\u003e — plant compounds that foam in water and behave like a mild, natural surfactant. That is what lets Aritha clean hair and scalp gently, without the synthetic foaming agents found in many shampoos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rh-cite\"\u003eThis describes the natural property of the soapnut ingredient. Individual experience may vary; for sensitive skin, do a patch test first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAs a hair wash\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMix 2–3 tablespoons of Aritha powder with lukewarm water into a smooth paste. Massage into a wet scalp, leave for 5–10 minutes, then rinse well. Use 2–3 times a week.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAs a hair mask\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlend Aritha with Amla and Shikakai, apply evenly, leave for 15–20 minutes, then rinse. For oily hair, use 3–4 times a week; for dry hair, 1–2 times a week and follow with a herbal hair oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Can Use It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for adults and most hair types as an external hair-care powder. It is vegan and cruelty-free. If your skin is sensitive, do a patch test before regular use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSafety Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rh-note\"\u003eFor external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes — soapnut lather can sting; if it gets in the eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water. Do a patch test if you have a sensitive scalp. Keep out of reach of children. Results may vary from person to person.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore in a cool, dry place, tightly closed, away from direct sunlight and moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRegional Names Across India\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rh-scroll\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"rh-tbl\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLanguage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNative script\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRomanised\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSanskrit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eअरिष्टक \/ फेनिल\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArishtaka \/ Phenila\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHindi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eरीठा\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReetha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGujarati\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eઅરીઠા\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAritha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMarathi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eरिठा\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRitha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBengali\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eরিঠা\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRitha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTelugu\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eకుంకుడు\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKunkudu\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKannada\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eಅಂಟುವಾಳ\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAntuvala\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnglish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoapnut \/ Soapberry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13.5px;color:#5a655e\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reetha, Areetha, Ritha, Rittha, Arishtak, Phenila, soap nut, soapberry; Ponnan kottai (Tamil), Pasakottai (Malayalam). \u003cstrong\u003eBotanical:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eSapindus mukorossi\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Aritha Powder GMP certified?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It is made for Riddhish Herbals in a GMP-certified facility under Ayurvedic licence GA\/1762.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is Aritha \/ Reetha?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAritha (Reetha) is the soapnut — the dried fruit of \u003cem\u003eSapindus mukorossi\u003c\/em\u003e. Ground into powder, its natural saponins foam in water and cleanse hair and scalp gently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are the alternate names for this product?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is also called Reetha powder, Areetha, soapnut powder or soapberry powder across regions and marketplaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I use it for a hair wash?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMix 2–3 tablespoons with lukewarm water into a paste, massage into a wet scalp, leave 5–10 minutes, and rinse well. Use 2–3 times a week.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I mix it with Amla and Shikakai?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — the classic herbal hair wash blends Reetha (cleansing), Shikakai (conditioning) and Amla (shine). Apply as a paste, leave 15–20 minutes, and rinse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it sulphate-free and suitable for all hair types?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It is a single soapnut ingredient with no added sulphates, parabens or fragrance, and it suits most hair types. For a sensitive scalp, patch-test first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I use it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo to three times a week generally works well — up to 3–4 times for oily hair, and 1–2 times for dry hair followed by a herbal oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I store Aritha Powder?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep it in a cool, dry place, tightly closed and away from sunlight and moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAny precautions?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is for external use only. Keep the lather away from your eyes, and patch-test if your skin is sensitive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is Riddhish Aritha different from other brands?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a single-ingredient, label-honest soapnut powder — 100% \u003cem\u003eSapindus mukorossi\u003c\/em\u003e fruit with no fillers — made in a GMP-certified facility and sold with a bill and doctor-guided selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"rh-mesh\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete your natural hair-wash routine:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n▸ \u003ca href=\"\/products\/aritha-akha-100gm\"\u003eAritha Akha (whole soapnut) — 100g\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n▸ \u003ca href=\"\/products\/shikakai-powder-100gm\"\u003eShikakai Powder — 100g\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n▸ \u003ca href=\"\/products\/kesh-nirogi-hair-pack-powder\"\u003eKesh Nirogi Hair Pack — 100g\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n▸ \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ayurvedic-hair-care\"\u003eShop: Ayurvedic Hair Care\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"rh-legal\"\u003eAn Ayurvedic hair-care product for external use. Riddhish Herbals — a trusted Gujarat Ayurvedic store since 2015. Genuine products · Bill provided · Doctor-guided selection · Pan-India delivery. Marketed by Riddhish Herbals, Jam-Khambhalia, Gujarat; manufactured in India by our contract-manufacturing partner Panchamrut Herbals under Ayurvedic licence GA\/1762. Natural herbal products may vary slightly in colour batch to batch; this does not affect quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Riddhish Herbals","offers":[{"title":"100 g","offer_id":49221653627132,"sku":"RH_ARITHA_POWDER_100GM","price":55.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0660\/1765\/7084\/files\/1_b3a48e18-2604-4e07-990b-45de897b0994.png?v=1782282712","url":"https:\/\/riddhishherbals.com\/products\/aritha-reetha-soapnut-powder-100gm","provider":"Riddhish Herbals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}