Sattva Sidr Herbal Hair Mask Powder, 100 g

Sidr powder is made by drying and grinding the leaves of the Christ’s thorn jujube tree. The leaves contain naturally occurring saponins and have traditionally been used to wash hair and scalp gently. Once mixed with water, the powder forms a paste you can spread from roots to ends.

Sattva recommends this herbal hair mask for dry hair. According to the maker, it adds shine and can leave hair feeling fuller. It can also be used on hair coloured with henna or indigo.

Ingredients and storage

INCI
Ziziphus Spina-Christi Powder (100 %).

Net weight 100 g. Vegan. Certified COSMOS NATURAL by Ecocert Greenlife. Made in India. Store in a cool, dry place. Use within 6 months of opening. EAN 5903794187344.

How to use

1. Before first use, try a little of the prepared paste on a small area of skin.
2. Add warm water to the powder a little at a time. Stir until you have a spreadable paste about as thick as Greek yoghurt. If it drips, stir in a little more powder.
3. Apply the paste evenly to your scalp and along the lengths of washed hair.
4. Leave on for 30–50 minutes, then rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water. Take extra care to rinse the roots.

For external use only. Avoid breathing in the powder. Keep the paste out of your eyes. If it gets into your eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of clean water.

Frequently asked questions

Does sidr powder colour hair?
No, sidr powder does not change the colour of your hair. The maker states this directly on the pouch, and the mask can be used on hair coloured with henna or indigo.

Do I apply the mask to dry or wet hair?
Apply it after washing. If your hair is dripping, blot it with a towel so the thick paste stays in place more easily.

Why does the sidr mask barely lather?
Very little lather is normal with sidr. Rinse the paste out carefully around the roots and the nape, where powder can collect.

When can I use sidr after colouring with henna or indigo?
Use it after your next wash. If the instructions for your plant-based hair dye say to wait 48 hours before the first wash, follow them.

Can I mix sidr powder with amla?
Yes. Sattva suggests using sidr with amla powder. Add the warm water gradually so the paste stays thick and does not drip.

How do sidr and shikakai fit into a hair care routine?
Use sidr as a mask after washing and leave it on for 30–50 minutes. Sattva’s shikakai powder is used to wash hair and is left on for 10–20 minutes.