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Used for centuries, Kachur Sugandhi powder has restorative properties that strengthen hair from the root and stimulate growth
  • Le Kachur Sugandhi est le rhizome de Kaempferia galanga, pas sa fleur
  • Son effet capillaire est mécanique : absorption du sébum et texture
  • Aucune étude ne démontre d'effet sur la pousse ou la densité
  • C'est une finition : le volume durable vient du cuir chevelu
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 Kachur Sughandi


Used for centuries in natural cosmetics and traditional Indian medicine, Ayurvedic Kachur Sugandhi powder has many restorative properties, particularly found in hair product ranges.


But what are the benefits of this powder for hair, and how can it be used daily?

 

Kachur Sughandi, a naturally beneficial plant

Aromatic ginger kachur sughandi powder

Originally from India, Kachur Sugandhi, which comes in powder form, is derived from Kaempferia Galanga, a plant that grows in Southeast Asia.

Recognized for centuries worldwide, it is highly sought after in Ayurvedic medicine for its strengthening, energizing, and beneficial properties.


Used as both a food and medicinal plant, this Ayurvedic powder originates from the heart of Indian lands.

 

When it buds and flowers, it is harvested, dried, and then finely ground to be naturally transformed into a powder, which will then be used for cosmetic, dermatological, and hair purposes.

A true source of well-being for humans.

 

The benefits of Kachur Sugandhi

 

A traditional powder derived from ancient Indian know-how, also known as aromatic ginger, Kachur Sugandhi is characterized by a fine, light yellow powder with sweet spicy scents, offering numerous benefits, particularly for scalp care.

Aromatic ginger Kachur sughandi powder

Indeed, thanks to its complete action on hair fiber sheathing, Kachur Sugandhi will stimulate the scalp and promote hair growth, making hair stronger and more resistant to daily aggressions over time.

 

It also regulates excess sebum, which helps to combat dandruff and hair that becomes greasy too quickly.


In cosmetics, its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties are ideal for daily use against skin problems such as eczema or psoriasis.

 

How to use Kachur Sugandhi powder?

 

Highly sought after and used in hair products, Kachur Sugandhi is also found in infusion form.

 

To enjoy its benefits, the ideal is to start by boiling water and carefully weighing the necessary amount of Ayurvedic powder to bring out all its natural virtues!

 

Once the Kachur Sugandhi is in the boiling water, simply let it infuse for 15 minutes. After filtering, let the infusion cool and enjoy it with a touch of sugar!

 

Ayurvedic powder infusion

 

In cosmetics, this miraculous powder can also be used in skin care for skin cleansing in the form of a mask or scrub.

 

Its antibacterial and antioxidant properties will give the skin a radiant boost and, above all, help fragile skin to regenerate. A true ally against skin aging, it will help the skin to eliminate impurities and tighten its pores.

 

In mask form, it is highly recommended to mix the powder with other plant powders such as clay, for example.

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The powder can also be used as a light treatment in the form of a macerate. For a complete action, simply macerate Kachur Sugandhi in a vegetable oil to extract its active ingredients.

 

After leaving the oily macerate on the scalp for 20 minutes, the hair should be rinsed with an Ayurvedic shampoo.

 

Hair gains strength and vitality; it becomes silky, light, and shiny. Kachur Sugandhi powder can also be combined with an organic shampoo or dry shampoo to restore vitality to damaged hair.

 

MakeMyMask solutions

 

At MakeMyMask, we make it a point of honor to use the best in cosmetics for our hair mask treatments, with the aim of restoring density and shine to hair!

Made in France and 100% natural, our treatments help you to detoxify your hair from the chemical substances found in conventional shampoos and other hair products to start fresh on a healthy basis.

 

The MakeMyMask 2-in-1 Ayurvedic Dry Shampoo

 

 

The 2-in-1 Ayurvedic Volume & Care Dry Shampoo is a 100% natural product composed of Ayurvedic Kachur Sugandhi powder.

makemymask dry shampoo

Thanks to unique ingredients like Arrowroot and sweet orange powder combined with Kachur Sugandhi, it is the first dry shampoo that absorbs sebum, degreases roots, and provides volume and shine, just like after a shower!


For optimal effectiveness, apply the Ayurvedic dry shampoo to the roots of dry hair, between two washes, and leave it on for a maximum of 2 minutes so that it has time to absorb the sebum.

Natural dry powder shampoo brush

Finally, a good brushing will help distribute the powder and
rediscover the hair's natural shine!

 

 

 The fine hair volume treatment

fine hair volume mask


The volume treatment masks are designed to care for the scalp. Their composition, based on Kachur Sughandi powder, Aloe Vera, Jojoba vegetable oil, and Tea Tree essential oil, will add volume and thicken fine hair, or hair damaged by chemical colorings and straightening.


To create a mask, nothing could be simpler: just mix the ingredients with a little lukewarm water, then apply the mask to the roots of dry hair, before shampooing.

 

For optimal results, it is best to leave the mask on for 15 minutes under a towel, and rinse the hair with the Natural Gentle Shampoo.

Questions fréquentes

Le Kachur Sugandhi fait-il pousser les cheveux ?
Rien ne le démontre. Les études existantes portent sur ses propriétés anti-inflammatoires et antioxydantes, mesurées en laboratoire, et aucune n'a évalué la pousse ou la densité. Son bénéfice réel et vérifiable est le volume immédiat.
Comment utiliser la poudre de Kachur Sugandhi ?
Le plus simple est de l'appliquer à la racine sur cheveux secs, en poudre pure ou intégrée à un shampoing sec, puis de brosser pour la répartir. Elle peut aussi entrer dans un masque avant shampoing, mélangée à d'autres poudres et à un peu d'eau tiède.
Convient-elle aux cheveux gras ?
Oui, c'est même l'un de ses usages les plus pertinents : elle absorbe le sébum en surface et matifie les racines. Attention toutefois, elle ne le retire pas — un lavage reste nécessaire.
Est-elle efficace contre les pellicules ?
Ses propriétés antimicrobiennes sont documentées en laboratoire, mais aucune donnée ne permet d'en faire un traitement antipelliculaire. Pour des squames installées, il faut une formule conçue pour ça.
Peut-on l'utiliser sur cheveux foncés ?
Oui, à condition qu'elle soit très finement moulue et appliquée en petite quantité, puis bien brossée. C'est justement la finesse de la poudre qui évite les traces blanches à la racine.

Écrit par

Dr. Julie Pernet

Docteur en pharmacie & trichologue certifiée.Docteur en pharmacie et trichologue, fondatrice du Laboratoire DermoPilaire MakeMyMask. Elle développe des protocoles de soin centrés sur la santé du cuir chevelu, fondés sur la science du microbiome et l'équilibre pH5.

Dr. Julie Pernet