Champaka Powder
Botanical Name: Michelia champaca
Common Name: Golden Champa, Champaka
Plant Part Used: Dried Flowers
Origin: India & Southeast Asia
Appearance & Aroma:
Texture: Fine powder
Color: Light brown to golden beige
Aroma: Mild, floral fragrance with sweet, earthy undertones
Extraction/Processing Method:
Champaka Powder is made by air-drying the fresh Michelia champaca flowers
under shade and
then
finely grinding them into powder.
This process retains the natural
properties and
delicate aroma
of the flowers without using chemicals or additives.
Key Benefits
- Anti-inflammatory: Helps soothe irritated or sensitive skin.
- Antioxidants: Supports skin rejuvenation and delays signs of aging.
- Aromatherapy: Has calming properties that help reduce stress and
anxiety.
- Hair Care: Strengthens hair, soothes the scalp, and adds a subtle
fragrance.
- Skincare: Acts as a natural exfoliant, improves skin tone, and adds
a healthy glow.
Common Uses
- Body Scrubs: Used as a gentle, fragrant exfoliator.
- Herbal Hair Masks: Mixed with other herbal powders like amla or
hibiscus.
- Spiritual & Ritual Use: Sometimes used in natural incense or
spiritual baths.
- Face Masks: Blended with rose water, honey, or yogurt for a natural
face pack.
- Soaps & DIY Cosmetics: Added to handmade soaps and herbal beauty
products.
Storage & Safety
- Storage: Store in a cool, dry place in an airtight
container away from moisture and sunlight.
- Caution: For external use only. Conduct a patch test
before applying to sensitive skin.