Among our selection ofplants with multiple benefits, there is, of course, thesidr powder. Also known asjujube powder. This natural product is available in 25g sachets at a very low price. Sidr powder is used in the Ayurvedic tradition, particularly as a hair treatment. But this plant has many other benefits for us to discover! It is also widely used inroqya
Jujube powder
Origin
Jujube powder comes from the jujube tree, found mainly in tropical and subtropical countries. The jujube tree is good for everything: its wood is used to make objects and its fruit, the jujube, is eaten. Bees are particularly fond of its flowers, resulting in the magnificentjujube honeyKnown the world over. Finally, its leaves are used in cosmetics for their many virtues.
Jujube isa very old tree, it is mentioned in both the Bible and the Koran. For Muslims, this tree is sacred because it is one of the trees of paradise. The term "sidr" comes from the Arabic language and simply refers to the jujube tree.
Manufacture
To obtain sidr powder, simply pick the leaves of the jujube tree, wash them and then air-dry them. Your castor oil shop also offers the following products for salejujube leavesDried and wholes. To get the famoussidr powder, the leaves are then broken and finally ground into a very fine powder.
The result is a very fine, green powder with a fresh, herbaceous smell reminiscent of spinach.
Jujube powder for hair
The virtues
Sidr powder has apurely cosmetic quality. It is particularly well-known for its incredible action on the hair. Thisvegetable powderIs suitable for all hair types, but will be particularly effective ondry, damaged and itchy hair.
Here are just a few of themnumerous benefits for your hair:
- Jujube powder is anatural shampooWhich has cleansing properties ;
- Sidr is renowned forsoothe itchingat head level aseczema and psoriasis. It fights againstscalp diseasesAnd is proving to be anatural anti-dandruffand effective. Applied regularly, thisayurvedic powderCan really be radical ;
- It is recommended for people withcoloured hairBecause it prevents the colour from bleeding. It can therefore be used regularly as a shampoo after colouring withnatural hennaFor example ;
- Sidr beautifies hair, leaving it softer and shinier after styling
- This powder can be mixed with other plant-based powders to make your ownhome-made hair care
Recipe idea
Here is aRecipe for natural shampoovery simple to make, very useful for people suffering from psoriasis and other itches:
Ingredients2 tablespoons of sidr powder, 2 tablespoons of clay powder, 1 tablespoon of honey, 5 drops of palmarosa essential oil, 1 tablespoon of black cumin oil, a little hot water
Recipe:
- Mix all the ingredients together, ending with the hot water. Add it a little at a time, stirring to obtain a homogeneous mixture. You'll end up with a fairly viscous paste. The texture should be easy to apply to your hair ;
- Apply to wet hair and leave for 5 to 10 minutes ;
- Rinse with clean water and apply your conditioner if you have one.
This shampoo can replace your usual shampoo. You can also alternate this recipe 1 time out of 2 with another shampoo recipe based on sidr powder.
What you need to know:Switching from a "chemical" shampoo to a natural one is quite radical for your hair. This change will inevitably involvean adaptation phaseWhich can leave your hair feeling dry and less silky. This is completely normal! You'll just have to be patient and keep using natural products to restore your hair's health.
A cosmetic ingredient that's excellent for the skin
The virtues
Sidr powder also hasproperties for the skin:
- It iscleansing, astringent and purifying
- Jujube powder is also effective on the skin to combat itching. It is therefore ideal fordry, irritated and atopic skin ;
- For problem skin, this Ayurvedic powder is excellent: it dries out acne pimples to make them disappear effectively
Recipe idea
Here's the recipe for anatural anti-blemish face maskWith sidr powder, for the greatest pleasure of your skin:
Ingredients1 tablespoon neem powder, 1 tablespoon sidr powder, 1 tablespoon black cumin oil, water, 1 drop mint essential oil
Recipe:
- Mix the powders, then add the other ingredients, ending with the water. Add the water a little at a time until you reach the ideal consistency for spreading over the face ;
- Apply to a clean, dry face, avoiding the eye area ;
- Leave for 5 minutes, then rinse ;
- Moisturise your face.
You can make this maskOnce a weekAnd enjoy the results !
Conservation and precautions
Precautions
Jujube powder is aall-natural vegetable powder. Although it is not known to be allergenic, it is advisable to carry out a test in the crease of your elbowAt least 24 hours before use. In the event of an allergic reaction, do not use this product.
If you use sidr powder near your face, avoid the eye area. In the event of contact, rinse immediately.
We recommend that you prepare your recipes instainless steel containersAnd avoid metal. This material is not recommended when handling plant powders.
Do not leave this product within the reach of children.
This information is provided for explanatory purposes only and does not contain anything of medical value. If you have any questions about your health, please consult your doctor.
Conservation
Store your sidr powder in a sachet or sealed container, away from moisture and at room temperature. Thisnatural plant powdercan be kept for a very long time without losing any of its benefits.
