Reetha, also known as soap nut, is a round wrinkly fruit with a round black hard nut inside.

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Uses

Reetha or soap nut is quite a popular natural product which is extensively used in the natural hair care. Reetha is a round wrinkly fruit with a round black hard nut inside. The outer skin is reddish brown in color and is used in the hair care products like shampoos, conditioners etc. Soap nut is also used to deep condition the winter wear in India. Reetha is also antibacterial and antifungal in nature which is why it is good for hair products.

Benefits

Reetha for silky hair

Since, ancient times, ritha has been used for hair treatment. Due to side effects of chemical shampoos, the relevance of soapnuts is again gaining momentum.  Washing with ritha provides shining and silky hair. It is used as important components in soaps and shampoos for hair wash. Method: Washing hair with reetha is a very simple procedure. Dipped 7-10 reetha after removing its shell into half litre of water. Left the mixture overnight. Strained it in the morning and apply on your scalp. Wash your head with clean water.

Soapnuts for skin care

Reetha is an excellent cleanser and show very cool effect on the skin. Soapnuts make your skin soft and prevents it from drying. The mix of soapnuts and chick pea is applied on the skin instead of soap, gives gentler effects on the skin. It makes your skin soft and tender. It is also used in curing of eczema, psoriasis, and removing of pimples, blackheads and freckles.

Reetha for facial complexion

Soapnuts water can be used as face wash. Prepare a mix of reetha liquid and essential oil (few drops). Stir it properly and apply the same on your face instead of using chemical face wash. Regular use of this, give you a dazzling face.

Reetha for dandruff: Reetha is an excellent hair cleanser. Apply the liquid over your scalp and left for few minutes followed by washing the same with clean water. It helps to prevent dandruff and white flakes.

Soapnuts for washing clothes: Washing clothes, especially the children shows gentle effect on the skin. It is allergic free and helps to maintain the original color of dresses.

Reetha for jewellery cleaning:  Drop the ornaments into the liquid of soapnuts. Rub the jewellery with soft cloth. You will see amazing difference in your ornaments by getting the original look.

Washing your hair with reetha

Using reetha as a hair Shampoo is economical and giving gentler effects to your hair. The Reetha liquid makes your hair shinier and softer. It is anti-bacterial and anti-fungal in nature and keeps your scalp free from dandruff and prevents hair loss. It shows no side-effects in spite of using it daily that is not with chemical shampoo.

Cautions

  • Its contact with eyes should be avoided.

Interactions

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Other names

Soap nut

Reference

Source: TipsAndBeauty, http://tipsandbeauty.com/uses-of-reetha-for-hair-uses-and-benefits-of-soapnut/

Gyanunlimited, http://www.gyanunlimited.com/health/wonder-benefits-and-uses-of-reetha-soapnut-for-hair-and-skin/10103/

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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