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Natural Henna Leaves Powder Mahendi for Hair - Lawsonia inermis - Riddhish Herbals - 100gm
Natural Henna Leaves Powder Mahendi for Hair - Lawsonia inermis - Riddhish Herbals - 100gm
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Mahendi Powder (महेंदी चूर्ण) by Riddhish Herbals is a single-herb powder of henna leaf, Lawsonia alba (Leaf) 100%, in a 100 g pack. Known as Mehndi in Hindi, Mendi in Gujarati and Madayantika in Sanskrit, henna is a cooling Keshya herb used in Ayurveda as a traditional hair pack for natural hair conditioning, and across India as mehndi for the hands. In traditional practice it is mixed with water into a paste and applied externally. Supplied by Riddhish Herbals, Gujarat’s Ayurvedic store since 2015, with a bill on every order.
About Mahendi and Its Traditional Ayurvedic Importance
Mahendi is the dried, finely milled leaf of the henna plant, Lawsonia inermis (syn. Lawsonia alba), a hardy shrub cultivated widely in Gujarat and Rajasthan. Its Sanskrit name is Madayantika, and few herbs are woven as closely into Indian family life: the same leaf goes into a weekend hair pack and into the mehndi on a bride’s hands.
Madayantika is described in the Nighantu literature, including Bhavaprakasha Nighantu, and Dravyaguna counts it among the Keshya dravyas, the herbs traditionally used in hair care. Its classical properties are summarised below:
- Rasa (taste): Tikta (bitter), Kashaya (astringent).
- Guna (qualities): Laghu (light), Ruksha (dry).
- Virya (potency): Sheeta (cool).
- Vipaka (post-digestive effect): Katu (pungent).
- Dosha: traditionally regarded as pacifying Kapha and Pitta.
- Traditional use: Keshya (hair care), applied externally as a lepa (paste) on the hair, the palms and the soles.
Its cool potency is why henna has long been a summer herb in Indian homes: a henna pack is traditionally associated with a calm, comfortable scalp feel, and mehndi on the palms and soles with a pleasant cooling sensation. Its bitter and astringent taste and dry quality give the paste a light, clean finish on the hair. Henna is often combined in traditional hair packs with Amla, Shikakai, Aritha and Bhringraj.
Key Features
- Single herb, 100%: henna leaf, Lawsonia alba (Leaf) 100%, nothing else added to the formula.
- Classical Keshya herb: Madayantika, traditionally used in Ayurvedic hair care.
- Traditional hair pack: mixed with water into a paste for natural hair conditioning and a soft, smooth feel.
- Mehndi for hands: the same leaf powder traditionally used for mehndi designs at weddings and festivals.
- Cooling herb: Sheeta in potency, traditionally regarded as pacifying Pitta and Kapha.
- Mixes well in hair packs: traditionally blended with Amla, Shikakai, Aritha or Bhringraj powders.
- Riddhish Herbals own brand: manufactured by Panchamrut Herbals, a GMP-, ISO 9001:2015- and HACCP-certified manufacturer, Mfg. Lic. No. GA/1762.
- Genuine and billed: 100 g pack, supplied by Riddhish Herbals since 2015, with a bill on every order and pan-India delivery.
Composition (each pack contains)
Mahendi Powder is a single-herb powder of henna leaf. Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Botanical name | Part | Quantity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mahendi (Madayantika, henna) | Lawsonia alba (syn. Lawsonia inermis) | Leaf | 100% |
Pack: 100 g · Form: Powder (churna) · Mfg. Lic. No.: GA/1762 · Manufactured by Panchamrut Herbals. Marketed by Riddhish Herbals. Product of India.
How to Use
Mahendi Powder is applied externally, as a paste on the hair or the hands.
Hair pack: In traditional practice, the powder is mixed with lukewarm water into a smooth, yoghurt-thick paste and rested for a while. It is applied to clean, dry hair section by section, left on for one to three hours, and rinsed out well with plain water. A little curd, Amla, Shikakai, Aritha or Bhringraj powder is often added to the paste for a conditioning hair pack. Roughly 50–75 g suits short hair, about 100 g medium-length hair, and more for long, thick hair.
Mehndi for hands: In traditional practice, the powder is sieved, mixed with water into a fine, smooth paste, rested, and applied to the palms and the backs of the hands in mehndi designs with a cone. It is left to dry for a few hours and then scraped off.
Mix the paste in a ceramic, glass or plastic bowl rather than a metal one, and wear gloves while applying it to the hair. Do a patch test 24 hours before the first application.
Safety, Storage & Pack Information
For external application only; do not swallow. Do a patch test on the inner arm 24 hours before the first use. Avoid contact with the eyes and with broken or irritated skin; if redness, itching or discomfort develops, stop use and rinse with water. Pregnant or breastfeeding women, and anyone with sensitive skin, a known plant allergy or a scalp or skin concern, should consult a physician before use. For children, use only as directed by a physician. Keep out of reach of children. Results may vary from person to person.
Storage: Store in a cool and dry place. Protect from direct sunlight. Close the pack well after each use to keep the powder dry.
Pack: 100 g. Check the batch number, manufacturing date and expiry date on your pack before use.
Ingredient Names in Hindi, Gujarati and Sanskrit
| Ingredient | Hindi | Gujarati | Sanskrit | English — Botanical |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mahendi | मेहंदी (Mehndi) | મેંદી (Mendi) | मदयन्तिका, मेन्धिका (Madayantika, Mendhika) | Henna — Lawsonia inermis (syn. Lawsonia alba) |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mahendi Powder?
Mahendi Powder (महेंदी चूर्ण) by Riddhish Herbals is a single-herb powder of henna leaf, Lawsonia alba (Leaf) 100%, in a 100 g pack. Henna is known as Mehndi in Hindi, Mendi in Gujarati and Madayantika in Sanskrit, and it is used as a traditional hair pack for natural hair conditioning and as mehndi for the hands.
What does this pack contain?
Ingredients: Lawsonia alba (Leaf) 100%. Net weight: 100 g.
How do I use Mahendi Powder on the hair?
In traditional practice, the powder is mixed with lukewarm water into a smooth, yoghurt-thick paste, rested for a while, and applied to clean, dry hair section by section. It is left on for one to three hours and then rinsed out well with plain water. Use a ceramic, glass or plastic bowl rather than a metal one. Do a patch test 24 hours before the first application.
Can I use it as mehndi for the hands?
Yes. In traditional practice, henna paste is applied to the palms and the backs of the hands in mehndi designs for weddings, festivals such as Karva Chauth and Diwali, and other celebrations, then left to dry and scraped off. Henna on the palms and soles has also long been valued in Indian homes for its cooling feel in the summer months.
How is Madayantika described in classical Ayurveda?
Madayantika is described in the Nighantu literature, including Bhavaprakasha Nighantu. In Dravyaguna it is regarded as Tikta (bitter) and Kashaya (astringent) in taste, Laghu (light) and Ruksha (dry) in quality, Sheeta (cool) in potency and Katu (pungent) in post-digestive effect, and as pacifying Kapha and Pitta. It is counted among the Keshya dravyas, the herbs traditionally used in hair care.
Is Mahendi Powder taken by mouth?
No. This Mahendi Powder is meant for external application as a paste on the hair or the hands. Do not swallow the powder or the paste.
Is it safe during pregnancy or for children?
Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their physician before use. For children, use only as directed by a physician. Anyone with sensitive skin, a known plant allergy or a scalp or skin concern should do a patch test first and consult a physician before use.
Who manufactures and markets this Mahendi Powder?
Manufactured by Panchamrut Herbals (Mfg. Lic. No. GA/1762). Marketed by Riddhish Herbals, Khambhalia, Gujarat.
Is this product GMP certified?
Panchamrut Herbals, the manufacturer of this product, holds GMP, ISO 9001:2015 and HACCP certification. Good manufacturing practice (GMP) relates to how the product is made; these are not claims about any medical outcome.
How do I know this is the genuine pack?
A genuine pack has the Riddhish Herbals logo, the name Mahendi Powder with महेंदी चूर्ण in Hindi, Lawsonia alba (Leaf) 100%, Mfg. Lic. No. GA/1762, a 100 gm net weight, and its own batch number, manufacturing date and expiry date. Every order from Riddhish Herbals ships with a proper bill, and our team can help you confirm the pack you received.
What are the other names of henna?
Henna is also written Mehndi, Mehendi, Mahendi, Mehandi or Mendhi. It is called Mehndi (मेहंदी) in Hindi, Mendi (મેંદી) in Gujarati, Madayantika and Mendhika (मदयन्तिका, मेन्धिका) in Sanskrit, Marudhani in Tamil, Gorintaku in Telugu, Gorante in Kannada, Mailanchi in Malayalam and Hina in Urdu. Its botanical name is Lawsonia inermis, also known as Lawsonia alba.
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About Riddhish Herbals
Manufactured by Panchamrut Herbals. Marketed by Riddhish Herbals. Riddhish Herbals has supplied genuine Ayurvedic products across India since 2015. This is a traditional Ayurvedic herbal product; information on this page is educational and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.
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