Avarampoo Flower Powder: Benefits & 3 Ways to Use
Avarampoo, botanically known as Senna Auriculata, is a shrub that has beautiful yellow flowers and small leaves, is a native to India and Sri Lanka.
It belongs to the family of “Fabaceae” and “Genus Senna”. In Southern India this flower grows in abundance.
Avarampoo Familiar Names:
The term “Avarampoo” originates from the Tamil language, which people commonly use in Southern India, where this amazing herb grows. It has various names, including its botanical name, “Cassia Auriculata,” “Tarwar ka phool” in Hindi, “Tangedu Puvvu” in Telugu, “Tangedi” in Kannada, “Charmaranga” in Sanskrit, and “Tarwad” in Marathi.
Avarampoo Traditional Uses:
It has been traditionally used in Ayurveda and Siddha medicines for its various medicinal uses, health benefits, skincare and haircare.
In Ayurveda, Avarampoo Flower Powder is well known for its cleansing properties. It helps removing dirt, excess oil, impurities from the skin and promote overall well-being.
Composition:
It typically contains a number of bioactive compounds such as flavonoids , tannins (plant based antioxidants) saponins, cardiac glycosides and terpenoids.
Benefits:
1. Regular bath with it combats the body odour.
2. It effectively removes sun tan and pigmentation.
3. It is a natural cleanser for skin, helps removing dirt and impurities.
4. Some sources suggest that Avarampoo also have mild sun-protection properties. Please note, it cannot work as a substitute of sunscreen but yes it can provide an additional layer of protection against UV damage.
5. It is rich in antioxidants that helps fighting oxidative stress. It also contributes in reducing the signs of aging, such as fine lines and wrinkles.
About Vriksha’s Avarampoo Flower Powder:
Our Avarampoo Flower Powder is prepared by grinding shade-dried Avarampoo flowers that are grown around the riverbeds of Telangana. We are working with the farmers of Telangana to source it.
As this beautiful flower is available throughout the year, we source it in small quantities. We prepare the powder in small batches to retain its freshness and quality.
3 ways to use mesmerizing Avarampoo Flower Powder:
1. Avarampoo Bath Paste
Mix 3 tbsp of Avarampoo Flower Powder, 2 tbsp of Gram Flour (Besan), a pinch of Kasturi Manjal. Activate it with Rose Hydrosol/Water.
It can be used daily. Use it instead of your regular soap. It helps treating uneven skin tone, blemishes and pigmentation. It also effectively removes dirt and impurities and leaves behind a bright glowing skin.
2. Avarampoo Body Scrub
Mix 3 tbsp of Avarampoo Flower Powder, 2 tbsp Kaolin Clay with 1-1/2 tbsp of Apricot Meal Scrub (Gutti Khal). Activate it with water. Mix properly and use it during your shower.
Due to its exfoliating properties, it is recommend to use twice a week only.
3. Avarampoo Face Mask for all skin types
Take 1 tbsp of Avarampoo Flower Powder, a pinch of Kasturi Manjal, Raw Honey and Water to activate.
You can use this face mask three times a week. Regular usage will help cleaning the skin by removing excess oil and dirt. It also contributes in reducing the fine lines and wrinkles.
Avarampoo Flower Powder FAQs
What is avarampoo flower powder used for?
Avarampoo (Senna auriculata) flower powder is traditionally used in South Indian skincare in face packs and bathing powders, and in hair packs. It is usually mixed with water, rose water or curd and washed off after a few minutes.
Can I use avarampoo powder on my face every day?
A gentle avarampoo pack can be used a few times a week. If you want to use it daily, keep it brief, mix it with rose water rather than lemon, and stop if your skin feels tight or irritated.
Is avarampoo powder good for oily skin?
Many people with oily or combination skin like it in face packs. Pair it with kaolin clay for extra oil control, or with rose water if your skin is also sensitive.
Can avarampoo powder be used for babies or children?
Children's skin is more delicate. Check with a paediatrician first, use only a very mild, diluted mix, and always do a patch test.
Where can I buy pure avarampoo flower powder?
Look for shade-dried, single-ingredient powder with no added colour or fragrance. Our Avarampoo Flower Powder is made only from dried avarampoo flowers.
How should I store avarampoo powder?
Keep it in an airtight jar in a cool, dry place, away from sunlight, and use a dry spoon so moisture does not get in.
Every skin type is different. Patch test any herb on a small area before using it on your face or body.
Shop the ingredients in this guide
- Avarampoo Flower Powder – shade-dried flower powder for face and hair packs
- Wild Turmeric (Kasturi Manjal) – a traditional partner in face packs
- Rose Hydrosol – to mix your pack
- Kaolin Clay – adds oil control to the pack
