Soap Nut Powder - Aritha Reetha: 

Aritha powder, also known as soapnut powder, comes from the fruit of the Soapnut Tree. This dry berry powder is native to India and grows on the Sapindus Mukorossi tree. Its shell naturally contains soap or "saponins" which when added to water reacts like soap. You can easily substitute your regular soap with Soapnut powder. It cools your skin and cleanses it as well.

Reetha is an excellent hair cleanser. Using Reetha as a hair Shampoo is economical and giving gentler effects to your hair. The Reetha liquid makes your hair shinier and softer. It is anti-bacterial and anti-fungal in nature and keeps your scalp free from dandruff and prevents hair loss. It is an excellent herb for skin problems like eczema and psoriasis. Soapnut powder is a very good antibacterial and antifungal agent. It is mostly used in the cosmetic and contraceptive creams.

Directions of use:
 

Make a smooth paste with water and apply on your hair. Alternatively make a blend of Amla powder, shikakai powder and hibiscus flower powder. Apply as a hair mask for strong bouncy healthy hair. It is also used as detergent, bio-surfactant and remedial for organic soil pollution in the modern science. Reetha for facial complexion Soapnuts water can be used as face wash. Prepare a mix of Reetha liquid and essential oil (few drops). Stir it properly and apply the same on your face instead of using chemical face wash. Regular use of this, give you a dazzling face.