Amla Powder and Pure Herbs for a DIY Hair Mask You'll Love
Natural hair powders let you make a straightforward mask or wash at home. Amla powder is a familiar Ayurvedic ingredient, often used in a DIY hair mask for softness and shine. Mix the amount you need, work it through your hair as directed and rinse thoroughly for a clean, conditioned feel.
The range includes different kinds of botanical care, not one powder that does everything. Pair amla powder with Hibiscus for a conditioning mask, explore Bhringraj for an Ayurvedic hair mask, or choose Shikakai and Aritha for traditional washing. Check each product’s intended use before blending, especially when colour powders are involved.
Which Natural Hair Powder Suits Your Hair?
| What you'd love | Our powder | Why you'll love it |
|---|---|---|
| Shine and softness | Amla Powder for Hair Care | Our amla powder strengthens weak strands, leaving hair soft, glossy, and easier to style. |
| Silky, easy-to-comb lengths | Hibiscus Powder for Hair & Skin Care | One of the loveliest hibiscus benefits is how smooth and shiny hair feels after rinsing. Naturally contains fruit acids and vitamin C; blend it with our amla powder for extra gloss. |
| Healthy-looking length | Bhringraj Powder for Hair Growth & Hair Fall | Traditionally used in Ayurveda to support healthy-looking growth and fuller-looking hair. |
| A gentle herbal wash | Shikakai Powder for Gentle Hair Cleansing | Lifts oil and build-up while keeping your hair's natural moisture balance. |
| A fresh, deep cleanse | Aritha (Soap Nut) Powder for Deep Hair Cleansing | Reetha whips into a natural lather that leaves oily and normal hair feeling light and clean. |
| Body and shine, no colour | Neutral Henna (Cassia) Powder for Hair Conditioning | Conditions, adds body and gives a glossy finish without colouring dark hair. |
Why You'll Love Our Amla Powder and Herbal Blends
- Pure, single herbs. Each natural hair powder is one plant and nothing else: no added colours, fragrance or preservatives. You know exactly what's going on your hair.
- Triple-sifted for a smooth paste. Fine, soft powder mixes without lumps, spreads easily from root to tip and rinses out cleanly.
- A mask that changes with you. Thirsty ends in winter, a busier scalp in summer: swap the herb and your DIY hair mask follows your hair through the year.
- Rooted in Ayurvedic tradition. Amla, Bhringraj, Brahmi and Shikakai have been part of Ayurvedic hair care for centuries. A Sunday-evening Ayurvedic hair mask is a lovely way to bring that tradition home.
- Made with 40 years of care. We're a UK family business with over 40 years of experience in Ayurvedic care. Our amla powder, like every herb in this collection, is vegan, PETA-certified, and cruelty-free.
What's in Each Hair Powder
| Powder | What it does | Blend it with |
|---|---|---|
| Amla powder (Indian gooseberry) | Helps strengthen weak strands, adds shine and softness, and keeps the scalp looking healthy. Naturally rich in vitamin C. | Hibiscus, Bhringraj, yoghurt, warm water |
| Bhringraj (Eclipta alba) | Traditionally used to support healthy-looking growth and stronger-feeling roots. | Amla powder, coconut or sesame oil |
| Brahmi | Soothes a dry, itchy scalp and leaves hair soft and manageable. | Amla, Neem, warm water |
| Shikakai (Acacia concinna) | A gentle cleanse that lifts oil and build-up while keeping moisture balance. | Aritha, Amla, warm water |
| Aritha (reetha, soap nut) | Natural lather for a deep, fresh cleanse on oily, normal and combination hair. | Shikakai, warm water |
| Hibiscus | Soft, smooth, shiny hair with better texture and manageability. | Amla powder, yoghurt, aloe gel |
| Cassia (Neutral Henna) | Conditions dry hair, reduces the look of breakage, and adds body. | Amla powder, Hibiscus, warm water |
| Neem, Tulsi, Gotu Kola, Rose Petal | Scalp-soothing, balancing herbs that double as face powders. | Brahmi, Amla, warm water |
How to Make a Hair Mask at Home
| Step | What to do |
|---|---|
| 1. Choose | Pick one or two powders. Our amla powder is a gentle first choice for any hair type. |
| 2. Mix | Stir 3-4 tablespoons (more for long hair) with warm water, yoghurt or aloe gel until it feels like smooth, soft yoghurt. A few drops of hair oil add extra slip. |
| 3. Patch test | Dab a little behind your ear or on your inner elbow 24 hours before your first mask. |
| 4. Apply | Section damp or dry hair and work your amla powder paste from roots to tips. Put on a shower cap and relax for 20-30 minutes. |
| 5. Rinse | Rinse with lukewarm water until it runs clear, then follow with your usual wash and conditioner. |
| How often | Use an Ayurvedic or DIY hair mask once a week, and a Shikakai and Aritha herbal wash once or twice a week. |
Three Easy Recipes to Try
- The glossy weekly mask. 3 tablespoons of amla powder, 1 tablespoon of Hibiscus and warm water. Our favourite DIY hair mask for soft, shiny lengths that catch the light.
- The classic Ayurvedic hair mask. 2 tablespoons each of amla powder and Bhringraj with a spoonful of warm coconut oil. A traditional Ayurvedic hair mask for healthy-looking length, lovely left on for 30 minutes.
- The silky yoghurt mask. 3 tablespoons of amla powder stirred into plain yoghurt with a few drops of hair oil. A creamy DIY hair mask that leaves hair smooth and easy to comb.
- The fresh herbal wash. 2 tablespoons of Shikakai and 1 tablespoon of Aritha in warm water. Each natural hair powder brings its own gift: Shikakai cleanses gently and Aritha adds a soft, light lather.
Mix your first mask with our amla powder and feel the difference after one rinse. For colour over greys, see our natural hair dye for grey hair, pair your mask with our hair oils, or browse all our natural powders.
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