What is Reetha (Soapnut)?
Reetha shells are soaked overnight and boiled to make a soapy liquid, or ground into powder. Modern herbal shampoos include reetha extract so you get the same gentle clean without the preparation.
What does Reetha (Soapnut) do for hair?
- Cleans gently with natural saponins
- Does not strip natural oils
- Removes hair oil after a champi
- Classic partner to shikakai and amla
What does the research say?
Reetha saponins are natural surfactants — they lower water's surface tension so it can lift oil and dirt, like a mild shampoo.
How do you use Reetha (Soapnut) on hair?
- Use a reetha-based shampoo on wet hair and massage into the scalp.
- Rinse well; repeat once after oiling.
- DIY: soak 8–10 reetha shells overnight, boil, cool and strain before use.
Who should be careful?
- Reetha stings the eyes — keep them closed while rinsing.
