Kuppaimeni (Indian Nettle) is scientifically known as Acalypha Paniculata. It is a popular herb used in the Siddha and Ayurveda medicines. Kuppaimeni has amazing anti-inflammatory properties. It has so many beneficial uses for our skin and hair.
When applied externally, it can reduce inflammation very effectively. We usually apply Kuppaimeni on wounds and it reduces the inflammation so quickly along with healing the wound. If there is one herb that we all should know and use it in our daily lives for health benefits, is Kuppaimeni.
The kuppaimeni has a high amount of catechols, alkaloids, phenolic components, flavonoids, saponins, and steroids.
Some health benefits of Kuppaimeni Powder:
- Used as Face Pack for Clear Skin
- Controls facial Hair
- Treats Dandruff
- Reduces skin rashes, Pimple
- Used to solve Hair loss problems
- Treats Eczema
- Relieves Allergic symptoms like Hay Fever, Hives.
- Detoxifies Blood
- Reduces Respiratory problems
How to use Kuppaimeni Powder?
Face Pack: Take 1 tsp. of Kuppaimeni powder in a bowl, add ¼ tsp. of kasturi turmeric powder to it. Now add enough rice water and make a fine paste and apply evenly in face. Wash with normal water.
Kuppaimeni Decoction: Mix 5 gms. of the powder in 100 ml water and boil for few minutes. Once the water gets warm, filter the content and drink it before food. Repeat the same for morning and evening.
Facial Hair Removal: Take ½ tsp. of kuppaimeni powder, 3 gms. of turmeric powder and 1 tsp. honey. Mix all the ingredients together. Apply this mixture on your face and leave it for 30 minutes. Rinse with cold water.
Note: For best result, apply just before you go to bed, where you can remove the pack the next morning.
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