New Delhi, May 9 (IANS). Reetha has been used in Ayurveda for centuries for hair and skin care. It is a large deciduous tree, which is found especially in the Himalayan regions and some parts of Bihar. Natural foaming elements (saponins) are found in its fruits, due to which it becomes an excellent natural cleanser.
In today’s time when everything in the market is filled with chemicals, Reetha is a natural alternative which helps in cleaning and caring for hair without any side effects. In old times, people used to use reetha instead of shampoo. Hair was washed by soaking or boiling it in water, which made the hair clean, soft and shiny.
The biggest advantage of Reetha is that it cleanses the hair from the roots but does not harm their natural moisture. It also keeps the scalp healthy and helps in providing relief from problems like dandruff. Reetha is considered very beneficial for people who have the problem of itching or burning sensation in the scalp.
Apart from this, Reetha also helps in strengthening the hair. Regular use can reduce the problem of hair fall and also improve hair growth. It gives natural shine to the hair, making the hair look more healthy and clean.
Using reetha is also very easy. Its dried fruits are soaked in water overnight or boiled lightly. Then this water is filtered and used as shampoo. Some people also use it by mixing it with Amla and Shikakai, which further increases its effect.
Reetha is not only used for hair, but also for clothes and household cleaning. Its natural foaming properties make it a multi-use herbal product.
In Ayurveda, Reetha is considered very pure and useful, because it is a direct gift from nature. It does not contain any chemicals, hence it is considered safe for people of all ages.
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