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Ayurvedic Kattha Powder 100 g

Why Kattha Powder Remains a Staple for Natural Hair Coloring and Astringent Skin Care

Kattha powder is derived from the heartwood and bark of Senegalia catechu (Acacia catechu), a tree native to India and Southeast Asia. Rich in naturally occurring catechins and tannins, this raw material carries strong astringent properties and has long played a role in traditional hair and skin care practices across South Asia. It belongs to our Ayurveda range, which gathers plant-derived powders suited for both home crafting and small studio production.

Globally, the most searched and practiced use of kattha is natural hair coloring. Combined with henna, it helps achieve deep chestnut, chocolate, and near-black shades without ammonia or synthetic dyes, while its tannin content adds density and smoothness to the hair shaft. Colorists working with plant-based dyeing typically apply kattha as a second layer after henna to deepen and stabilize the tone, or blend both powders together for intermediate shades right from the start.

In skin care formulations, the astringent quality of kattha is valued in masks and powders designed for oily and combination skin, where it helps tighten the look of pores and reduce excess shine. To intensify the tannin-driven tightening effect, formulators frequently pair it with Oak Bark Powder, another tannin-rich botanical traditionally used in astringent scalp and facial blends. Body care applications are relevant too — kattha can be introduced into cleansing powders together with Hydrolyzed Sponge powder, combining gentle exfoliation with an astringent finish in a single formula.

Outside cosmetics, kattha has a long industrial history as a natural dye for textiles, giving fabrics brown and terracotta tones thanks to its tannin content. The same tannin richness makes it valuable in leather tanning, where it contributes both durability and a characteristic color to finished hides. In parts of Asia the powder is also a traditional component of chewing preparations, though for our catalog customers its primary appeal lies in hair and skin care applications and natural textile dyeing rather than culinary use.

For hair coloring, kattha powder is typically used at 10 to 30 grams per 50-100 grams of henna, with the exact ratio depending on desired depth of tone and starting hair color. For facial masks and powders, 5-10 grams per application is sufficient, mixed with warm water or a hydrosol into a thick paste. The paste is applied for 10-20 minutes and rinsed off with warm water without shampoo immediately afterward. For scalp-stimulating blends, kattha pairs well with Ayurvedic Ginger Root Powder, which supports microcirculation and complements the astringent action of the base ingredient.

The powder should be introduced at the cool or warm stage of formulation, avoiding boiling water to preserve the active tannin content. Prepared pastes are best used immediately rather than stored for later application. The dry powder itself should be kept in a tightly sealed container, in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight, to maintain its properties throughout its shelf life. The 100 gram size is practical for home use and small trial batches, offering enough material for several hair coloring sessions or for testing new powder-based recipes on an individual, studio scale.

Deepening Hair Color Paste with Kattha and Oak Bark

Kattha Powder 20 g

Oak Bark Powder 10 g

Neutral henna 30 g

Warm water 140 ml

Combine the kattha, oak bark, and henna powders in a glass or ceramic bowl, then gradually add warm water while stirring to form a smooth, lump-free paste with the consistency of thick yogurt. Let the mixture rest covered for 15 minutes to release the tannins, then apply evenly through clean, damp hair from roots to ends, cover with a cap, and leave on for 45-60 minutes depending on the desired depth of tone before rinsing thoroughly with warm water without shampoo.

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INCI	Acacia catechu powder
Other
Application	hair cosmetics, facial cosmetics, ubtan, Indian use, masks, scrubs, gels
Att brand	India
Attention	Mandatory testing for sensitivity and allergic reaction, preliminary application to the bend of the elbow
Color product	bright brown
Descriptio smell	characteristic
Features	All information presented on the site is for reference only
Input percentage	from 1 to 100%
Minimum count	1
Name	Ayurvedic Kattha Powder 100 g
Packaging	container for transportation
Packing	100 grams
Solubility	disperses in water to form a paste
View	powder
Valid until	12.2028