Indigo Basma Plant powder 100 g

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Weight (gr)

100

Description

Indigo Powder

Country of origin: India

Description: Indigo powder is obtained from the ground leaves of the indigo plant and has a very strong smell that is reminiscent of fresh peas. Once a paste is formed the consistency has a dark green shade that slowly converts to blue. The more time the paste is given to oxidize, the darker it becomes - it may appear navy blue to black. 

Indigo gives the hair increased volume, shine and texture when used to dye the hair. It is ideal for covering grey hair, improves hair manageability, and supplies hydration and protection. Indigo is often used to dye fabrics and can be used as a colour additive for soaps or other skincare products. 

Application: When indigo is mixed with henna, the paste has a medium to dark brown shade. A rich black colour is obtained when using indigo to dye hair that has been coloured using henna. When used as a dye on its own, the colour result is dark blue. Read the accompanying instructions carefully before applying the product to your hair. Avoid contact with your eyes and mouth and do not use on broken skin. Always perform a strand and allergy test before using the product. 

Note: DO NOT bleach the hair after apply indigo powder! This will result in a green colour outcome! Indigo requires two full days to completely oxidize for the final result to be apparent on the hair. Therefore it is not advised to use any chemical shampoos during this time as it may have an effect on the final colour outcome. 

Caution: When preparing mixtures with natural clays or plant powders, you should never use products made from metals (cups, spoons etc.) since the natural ingredients can react with metals and that changes them chemically.  It is best to use products made from wood, glass or ceramics.

Ingredients: 100% Indigofera Tinctoria (True Indigo)

Indigo powder instructions for use

 

PLEASE READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS TO THE END CAREFULLY, BEFORE DYING YOUR HAIR.

Indigo powder is from the ground leaves of the indigo plant (Indigofera Tinctoria), which contains a deep blue dye used for natural hair colorant. The leaves are harvested, dried, and ground into a powder.

Indigo powder is a medium to bright green powder from the ground leaves of the plant and smells like fresh peas, very strong and pungent. When mixed into a paste it is a dark rich green that slowly shows blue dye on the top and will appear a navy blue/blackish color with time.

Basic facts

INDIGO powder used alone gives deep blue color if used alone.

INDIGO mixed with HENNA gives medium brown to rich deep brown color.

INDIGO applied over HENNA treated hair gives a lush black color.

CAUTION : DO NOT BLEACH YOUR HAIR AFTER USING INDIGO ON IT, YOUR HAIR WILL TURN GREEN!

DON’T try using indigo alone on any light hair color (blonde hair color/ash hair color), including grey hair, as it has the potential to produce blue or green color.

On grey hair, make sure the hair is orange from your henna before using indigo. If the grey hair looks bluish after using indigo (Very rare, but it could happen if henna didn’t cover it properly), then just repeat the henna application followed by indigo again.

Perform a strand test and an allergy test before using this product.

As indigo stains clothes and tiles, please cover all work surfaces. Wear gloves to protect your hands from being stained, drape an old towel over your shoulders to protect clothing.

What it does

·         Indigo combined with a henna application on hair can produce deep rich red/brown shades through a rich jet black color without any chemicals.

·         Indigo blended with henna creates a medium brown to rich deep brown hair dye

·         Indigo applied over henna treated hair makes a lush black hair color

·         Adds richness, shine, and texture

·         Covers gray hair perfectly

·         Use it as often as you like for healthy dark brown to black hair color

·         Non drying

·         NO chemicals, this is 100 % natural plant product.

How to use it

AS A BROWN DYE:

·         For Brown,  hair coloring use a 1 step process by combining indigo with henna

·         First: Prepare henna paste according to henna instructions and allow to sit for 1-24 hours until the dye has released. Please use only pure, 100% natural red henna plant powder.

·         Second:  Mix indigo into the henna paste, you may adjust the consistency with warm water until it’s the consistency of a thick yogurt. For a scent you may add a few drops of your favorite essential oil to your paste mixture. Allow to sit for 15 minutes.

·         Apply the indigo/henna paste to dry or damp hair in sections, completely coating all the hair down to the roots. It’s easiest if you start from the back and move forward. Wear gloves to protect your hands from being stained and drape/old clothes and old towel over your shoulders to protect clothing.                                                 

·         Wrap your hair in a shower cap or plastic wrap and allow to soak in for 1-6 hours    

·         Rinse or shampoo to remove any residue
Condition to soften hair (some people skip the shampoo)

·         Important:  it takes about 2 days for the color to oxidize and show its true shade. Please do not use any chemical shampoos until then else it will strip the hair of its newly obtained shade.

·         Repeat: Monthly for healthy, thick and shiny, dark locks
*the higher proportion of indigo to henna the darker the color will be.
*the longer you allow the paste to soak in the darker and richer the color will be.

AS A BLACK OR DARK BROWN DYE:

·         Use henna first for your base tone and then indigo to create rich black hair color in this 2 step process

·         For Black and deep brown hair coloring use a 2 step process.  Apply henna to your hair for a deep red base then apply the blue indigo to create the rich deep browns and blacks.

·         First: Apply a henna paste to your hair to create a rich red base. Follow directions for henna use. Please use only pure, 100% natural red henna plant powder.

·         Second: Apply indigo over the freshly hennaed and washed hair to create the deep black color

·         Mix indigo with warm water until it’s the consistency of thick yogurt.
Optional, add 1 teaspoon salt per 100 grams of indigo powder for darker color. Allow to sit for 15 minutes. For a scent you may add a few drops of your favorite essential oil to your paste mixture. 

·         Apply the indigo paste to dry or damp (previously hennaed) hair in sections, completely coating all the hair down to the roots. It’s easiest if you start from the back and move forward. Wear gloves to protect your hands from being stained, drape an old towel over your shoulders to protect clothing.

·         Wrap your hair in a shower cap or plastic wrap and allow to soak in for 1-2 hours

·         Rinse or shampoo to remove any residue Condition to soften hair (some people prefer to just use conditioner)

·         Repeat: Monthly for healthy, thick and shiny black locks

·         Important:  it takes about 2 days for the color to oxidize and show its true shade. Please do not use any chemical shampoos until then else it will strip the hair of its newly obtained shade.

How Much do I need

Short Hair 1 Box or 100 Grams
Shoulder Length Hair 2-3 Boxes or 200-300 Grams
Long Hair 4-5 Boxes or 400-500 Grams

We recommend you perform a strand test on a small, hidden section of your hair before using any of these recipes or products on your hair to be sure you like the color and result.

When using natural products please keep in mind that every product will react and color your hair uniquely. The result will be different and unique on everyone depending on hair type and condition.