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Ayurvedic Elixir Shampoo

Shining Shikakai

Regular price
$26.99 *
  • Ayurvedic radiance for your hair: Brilliant shine, silky smoothness, and deep hydration for hair and scalp.
  • khadi Shikakai Elixir: Infuses moisture, nourishes, smooths, and adds a natural gloss.
  • 100% natural and vegan: Free from silicones, sulfates, parabens, and other harmful chemicals for pure, gentle care.

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Natural hair glow: Shining Shikakai brings out unique shine and brilliance, making your hair not just seen but admired.

Each wash turns into a glossing experience, enveloping your hair in stunning shine while smoothing split ends and frizz. Your hair looks healthy and radiates with a natural glow. For all hair types, especially dry, dull, and split-prone hair.

In Ayurveda, Shikakai is known as the “Fruit of Hair,” celebrated for its deep hydration and natural softness. Aloe vera gel, packed with nutrients, enzymes, and amino acids, replenishes moisture for both hair and scalp.

With a pH of 4.5 to 5.0, Shining Shikakai balances hair and scalp naturally.

The secret of Shining Shikakai lies in the khadi Shikakai Elixir—a powerful Ayurvedic extract from handpicked herbs. The elixir is crafted using traditional Ayurvedic methods, simmered to enhance the healing properties. Up to 20% of the shampoo is made from this elixir, compared to just 2-5% in standard natural shampoos.

The light, honey-colored Shining Shikakai Shampoo has a soothing, spicy, slightly bitter aroma.

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Like a magical potion for your scalp and hair. From the very first lather, you’ll feel the glossing magic of the Ayurvedic formula, gently cleansing and nourishing your hair while leaving it with a naturally irresistible shine. This is how khadi Shining Shikakai Shampoo works its wonders:

Dispense an amount suitable for your hair length into your hand and lather it with water.

To activate your hair roots, gently massage the velvety foam onto your scalp and work it through to the lengths for nourishing care.

You can leave the Shining Shikakai Elixir Shampoo on for a short time to let its regenerative care fully unfold.

Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water.

Tip: Perfect for transitioning to natural hair care.

Remember: Every person is unique, and so is every type of hair. Test new care products gently to find the best results for your individual hair type.

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AQUA (WATER)
Water
COCO-GLUCOSIDE
Sulfate-free neutral sugar surfactant made from certified sustainable palm oil, coconut oil, corn, and wheat
GLYCERIN*
Sugar alcohol derived from soybeans, naturally occurring and biodegradable, palm oil-free
LAURYL GLUCOSIDE
Sulfate-free neutral sugar surfactant made from certified sustainable palm oil, coconut oil, corn, and wheat
CAPRYLYL/CAPRYL GLUCOSIDE
Sulfate-free neutral sugar surfactant made from certified sustainable palm oil, coconut oil, corn, and wheat
SODIUM PCA
Sodium salt of an organic acid (pyrrolidone carboxylic acid) based on sugarcane
XANTHAN GUM
Natural polysaccharide derived from fermented sugar (e.g., glucose, sucrose from sugarcane or sugar beet)
CITRIC ACID
Natural citric acid; stabilizes the optimal pH balance
PARFUM
Our khadi perfume is a unique scent from pure natural essential oils
LIMONENE***
Component of natural essential oils
ORYZA SATIVA BRAN OIL
Rice bran oil, cold-pressed
POLYGLYCERYL-3 CAPRATE
Emulsifier made from certified sustainable palm oil, coconut, rapeseed, castor, and sunflower oils with excellent biodegradability
GLYCERYL OLEATE
Emulsifier derived from certified sustainable palm, coconut, rapeseed, and sunflower oil with excellent biodegradability
DISODIUM COCOYL GLUTAMATE
Sulfate-free surfactant from certified sustainable palm oil and soy
SODIUM BENZOATE
Naturally occurring preservative in plants (e.g., tree resins) and fruits (e.g., cranberries and blueberries)
ZINC PCA
Zinc salt of an organic acid based on sugarcane
POTASSIUM SORBATE
Naturally occurring preservative in berries (especially rowan berries)
COCO-CAPRYLATE/CAPRATE
Conditioning oil derived from certified sustainable palm oil
HYDROLYZED WHEAT PROTEIN
Microprotein from wheat
GUAR HYDROXYPROPYLTRIMONIUM CHLORIDE
Conditioner derived from natural guar gum
ALOE BARBADENSIS LEAF EXTRACT*
Aloe vera
LECITHIN*
Natural lipid found in nearly all living cells, vegan from sunflower oil in this case
MELIA AZADIRACHTA SEED OIL
Neem oil
PHYTIC ACID
Organic acid (phytic acid) derived from rice
SODIUM COCOYL GLUTAMATE
Amino acid-based, sulfate-free surfactant
SQUALANE
Conditioning oil derived from olives
ACACIA CONCINNA FRUIT EXTRACT*
Shikakai
DISTEAROYLETHYL DIMONIUM CHLORIDE
Reduces static charge in hair, derived from canola oil
AZADIRACHTA INDICA LEAF EXTRACT*
Neem
BACOPA MONNIERI LEAF EXTRACT*
Brahmi (water hyssop)
HIBISCUS SABDARIFFA FLOWER EXTRACT*
Hibiscus
SAPINDUS MUKOROSSI FRUIT EXTRACT*
Reetha (Indian soapnut)
TRIGONELLA FOENUM-GRAECUM SEED EXTRACT*
Fenugreek
CETEARYL ALCOHOL
Viscosity regulator from palm oil
LAWSONIA INERMIS LEAF EXTRACT*
Henna

* Ingredients from organic farming.

** Made with organic ingredients.

*** Components of the natural essential oil.

99% of the total ingredients are of natural origin.

11% of the total ingredients come from organic farming.

Our khadi fragrance is a unique blend of pure natural essential oils.

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FAQ

Find answers to frequently asked questions here.

All khadi shampoos feature a highly potent concentrate made from handpicked herbs, flowers, and fruits, carefully simmered over an open fire. This powerful elixir makes up 20% of every shampoo.
khadi offers a shampoo tailored for every hair and scalp need – they cleanse gently and provide nourishment with 100% natural ingredients powered by Ayurvedic wisdom.
If your hair feels dry, dull, or lifeless and you want soft, hydrated, and revitalized locks, choose our Shining Shikakai. Shikakai, known as the “fruit for hair,” deeply conditions and brings shine.
The three pillars of our production are: Indian medicinal plants, time-tested Ayurvedic recipes, and traditional processing methods.

The Secret of Our Elixir Shampoos

1. Harvesting Nature’s Finest

India is home to a wide array of powerful healing plants and herbs. Guided by the wisdom of Ayurvedic herbal medicine, we carefully choose the right time and method to harvest each herb, ensuring they reach their full potency. Through mindful processing, we capture the complete essence of these plants, preserving their benefits from cultivation to bottling.

Tulsi - the sacred basil of India.

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Tulsi - the sacred basil of India.

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The plants are carefully cultivated by small cooperatives under the powerful Indian sun and harvested by hand.

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2. Ayurvedic Wisdom in Every Bottle

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Our formulas embody the essence of Ayurveda’s unique combinations of active ingredients. As the science of long life, Ayurveda blends beauty, health, and happiness. We pair active ingredients that complement and amplify each other, creating powerful, synergistic blends. These highly effective compositions of fresh herbs, fruits, and barks are chosen for their abilities to nurture the health of your hair and skin from within—bringing harmony to body, mind, and spirit.

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Our highly effective compositions of fresh herbs, fruits, and barks are selected for their specific properties to nurture the health of hair and skin from the inside out—bringing harmony to body, mind, and spirit.

3. Simmered to Perfection

Following time-tested Ayurvedic methods, our herb, fruit, and bark mixtures are carefully simmered to unlock their full potential, allowing the essence to infuse into pure water or oil. The blend is then reduced to a quarter of its original volume, filtered, and aged to perfection before being used in our products.

Ayurvedic Simmer: The khadi Elixir is slowly reduced, distilling it's pure strength.

Ayurvedic Simmer: The khadi Elixir is slowly reduced, distilling it's pure strength.

Ayurvedic Simmer: The khadi Elixir is slowly reduced, distilling it's pure strength.

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Ayurvedic rituals guide the process.

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The leaves are first soaked in water to activate their full potency.

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20% khadi Elixir

In our Ayurvedic herbal extract – the khadi Elixir – the potent power of handpicked Indian healing herbs comes together, creating a synergy that amplifies their effect. Up to 20% of this magical khadi Elixir is infused into every liquid khadi hair and body care product, giving them their distinctive effectiveness. For comparison: most natural cosmetic products use only about 2% active ingredients.

Discover our Ayurvedic Ingredients

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Shikakai

Shikakai, also known as the "hair fruit," strengthens the scalp and, according to Ayurveda, stimulates hair growth. Rich in vitamins, it nourishes both hair and skin.

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Reetha

Reetha, also known as "soap nut," is rich in saponins and creates a gentle lather. It naturally and gently cleanses both skin and hair.

Bonding complex as an active agent in khadi hair care

Brahmi

In Ayurveda, Brahmi promotes hair growth, strengthens, and nourishes both hair and scalp. Its potent antioxidant properties help combat skin aging.