Benefits of shikakai for hair care

Shikkakai usually doesn’t lather much until it is mixed with reetha which is also called as soapnut but still shikakai effectively cleanses the scalp and hair. It can be considered as a mild hair cleanser which is good for dry scalp as it doesn’t take away too much of the natural oils from the scalp.

1. Shikakai for Shine and softness

Shikakai adds shine to the hair and hair looks much softer. When the shikakai powder is used as a hair pack or as a hair cleanser, it makes the hair softer, which detangles the hair easily. After the wash shikakai also adds subtle shine to the hair.

2. Shikakai for Dandruff

Shikakai has anti-fungal properties and other nutrients to nourish the scalp. This is why shikakai helps reducing the dandruff infection from the scalp and nourish the dry itchy scalp simultaneously. Regular use of shikakai will soon help treating dandruff from the scalp.

3. Shikakai for Stronger, thicker hair

Shikakai is also used to make hair roots stronger and healthier. Use shikakai as a mild hair cleanser, hair pack or as infused with the oil. Boil some dried shikakai in coconut oil and use that oil to massage the scalp. This is a good remedy to strengthen the hair

<>Shikakai offers multiple benefits for both your scalp and hair. These are:

1. It acts as an excellent natural cleanser, and your scalp does not get exposed to chemicals.
2. Many people still opt for bar soaps, which are not recommended for the hair as they leave the scalp dry and lead to conditions such as seborrheic dermatitis. Shikakai, on the other hand, has low pH levels and its mild nature suits even those people having sensitive scalp. It does not make the scalp dry.
3. Shikakai also works as a nice hair detangler. So, you need not use a separate conditioner for hair after using shikakai.
4. It nourishes the scalp with nutrients like vitamins D and C.
5. It blends well with other herbs and natural extracts, thereby benefiting hair health.
6. Before applying hair dye, (even natural hair dye), hair should be washed with Shikakai. This helps in letting the dye soak better and stay on longer.
7. Shikakai also helps combat dandruff. And dandruff, if not treated on time, can cause temporary hair loss.

 Uses of Shikakai                  

<>Shikakai can be used to make Homemade shikakai shampoo. The recipe of this Shikakai shampoo is very easy. It is natural and devoid of chemicals.

<>Shikakai can be used as a hair pack as well. Hair packs with shikakai are extremely beneficial for the treatment of dandruff and other scalp related problems as we mentioned in the benefits of shikakai.