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Organic Aritha (Soapnut) Powder 227g – Natural Hair & Skin Cleanser
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Nature's Basket NZ Organic Aritha Powder: Natural & Gentle Hair & Skin Cleanser (Soapnut Powder) - 227g
Meet your everyday, low-tox cleanser. Nature’s Basket NZ Organic Aritha (Soapnut) Powder (Sapindus mukorossi) is a traditional, plant-based wash rich in natural saponins that create a mild lather to gently cleanse hair, scalp, face, and body—without harsh surfactants. If you’re moving toward zero-waste, biodegradable routines, Aritha is a beautifully simple swap.
Why you’ll love it
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Pure & minimal: 100% Organic Aritha (Soapnut) Powder—no fragrance, fillers or foaming agents.
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Gentle cleansing: Helps remove oil, sweat, and product buildup without leaving skin tight or hair squeaky-dry.
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Scalp & curl friendly: A soft, soap-free cleanse that suits sensitive scalps and wavy/curly hair routines.
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Eco-conscious: Biodegradable and grey-water friendly—great for low-waste bathrooms and DIY recipes.
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Versatile: Use as powder shampoo, face wash, body cleanser, or blended with herbs like Shikakai, Amla, Neem.
How to use
Hair/Scalp – Powder Shampoo (single use)
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1–2 tbsp Aritha powder + 6–8 tbsp warm water → whisk to a thin slurry.
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Wet hair; work through scalp and lengths for 1–2 minutes.
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Rinse thoroughly. Optional: quick diluted apple-cider-vinegar rinse (1 tsp in 250 ml water), then cool water.
Tip: Heavier oils/products? Do a second quick cleanse.
Face/Body – Gentle Cleanser
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½–1 tsp Aritha powder + 1–2 tsp water (or rose water/aloe juice) → soft paste.
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Massage lightly 20–30 seconds; rinse well. Use once daily or every other day.
DIY Blends (upgrade your routine)
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Shine & slip: Aritha + Amla (1:1)
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Extra scalp care: Aritha + Neem (3:1)
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Curl-friendly cleanse: Aritha + Shikakai (2:1)
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Soothing face wash: Aritha + Aloe Vera powder (2:1) + rose water
Ingredient
100% Organic Aritha (Soapnut) Powder (Sapindus mukorossi).
Good to know
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Patch test first. Avoid eye area. If contact occurs, rinse well.
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Natural powders can feel mildly astringent—condition or oil-rinse ends if needed.
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Store sealed, cool, dry. Use a clean, dry spoon.
FAQs
Will it lather like shampoo?
It creates a mild, natural lather from plant saponins—not big foam like sulfates, but an effective cleanse.
Do I still need conditioner?
Many users add a light conditioner or leave-in on mid-lengths/ends, especially with long, dry, or curly hair.
Is it colour-safe?
Aritha is soap-free and gentle; always patch test on a small section for colour-treated hair.
Can sensitive skin use it?
Often preferred for minimalist routines. Patch test and shorten contact time if your skin is reactive.
Organic Aritha (Soapnut) Powder 227g – Natural Hair & Skin Cleanser will be dispatched within 24 hours
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