Shikakai is rich in vitamins such as vitamin C, vitamin D and other micronutrients, and nourishes the hair follicles to promote hair growth. Additionally, being a mild cleanser, it doesn’t strip the scalp of its natural oils.
Mix 1 heaping tablespoon of Shikakai powder with 2 heaping tablespoons on Amla powder in about 8oz. of hot water. Stir the mixture until it looks like dark chocolate milk. Next, add cold water to cool it off. I usually let my mix sit for about half an hour just while I get my things together for my shower, detangle my hair, and just kill time to let it really cool down. For the neater, but slightly longer way of mixing.