🌿 Soapnut (Sapindus mukorossi) | Natural Cleanser & Eco-Friendly Care | NYCherbs®

The Remedy:

🌱 Other Names: English: Soapnut, Soapberry, Soapnut Shell, Washnut, Chinese Soapberry, Latin: Sapindus mukorossi, Sapindus trifoliatus, Indian/Regional: Aritha, Reetha, Ritha, Boondi Kottai, Kunkudukai, Shikakai (related), Phoolwari Soapnut, Spanish: Nuez de jabón, Jaboncillo, Other Folk: Ambunu, Lave-bol, Rucu, Rukuy

✨ Key Benefits:

🧼 Natural Cleanser – Rich in saponins that lather in water, used as a chemical-free soap and detergent
💇 Hair Care – Promotes healthy hair, helps reduce dandruff, and strengthens follicles naturally
🌸 Skin Health – Traditionally used for eczema, acne, and gentle cleansing
🌍 Eco-Friendly – A sustainable, biodegradable alternative to synthetic detergents and shampoos
🪬 Spiritual Purification – Used in rituals for cleansing, purification, and protective baths

📌 Traditional & Modern Uses:

• Used in Ayurvedic hair care as a shampoo and scalp tonic

• Added to natural laundry care as a detergent substitute

• Applied in folk skincare for acne, eczema, and gentle cleansing

• Employed in ritual baths and purification ceremonies across Asia

🌼 Herbal Combinations:

🌿 Shikakai → Enhances cleansing & conditioning for hair care
🌿 Neem → Boosts antimicrobial action for skin health
🌿 Amla (Indian Gooseberry) → Strengthens scalp & promotes hair growth

🧴 Available Forms:

• Whole Dried Nut

• Powder

• Liquid Extract

• Capsules

• Eco-friendly Detergent Packs