Ayurvedic Eye Liner

Traditional Ayurvedic Eyeliner: Ancient Recipe Revealed

Learn how to create authentic kajal using lime juice, basil, and natural oils with this step-by-step traditional method. This time-tested formula offers both cosmetic enhancement and therapeutic benefits for your eyes.

How to Prepare Traditional Ayurvedic Eyeliner at Home

Ingredients Required

• Cotton cloth (50 x 50 cm)
• Fresh lime juice
• Fresh basil (tulsi) juice
• Ghee or coconut oil
• Brass lamp
• Clay pot

Preparation Process

1. Take a cotton cloth (50 x 50 cm).
2. Soak the cloth in a mixture of lime juice and basil juice. Squeeze out excess liquid and allow the cloth to dry completely.
3. Repeat the process of soaking and drying 8-10 times. You'll notice the cloth becoming increasingly stiff with each cycle.
4. Once sufficiently treated, fashion this cloth into a wick and thoroughly soak it in ghee or coconut oil.
5. Place the prepared wick in a brass lamp and add some additional ghee or coconut oil to fill the lamp.
6. Light the wick and position a clay pot above the flame, ensuring there's enough space for air circulation to prevent extinguishing the flame.
7. Allow the lamp to burn until a substantial amount of soot collects on the inside surface of the clay pot.
8. Carefully scrape off the collected soot from the clay pot and mix it with 1-2 teaspoons of ghee to create a smooth, thick paste. This is your finished eyeliner.
9. Transfer to a clean container. This preparation can be stored for up to one year.
10. If the mixture dries out when you want to use it, simply incorporate a small amount of additional ghee to restore the proper consistency.

Storage and Usage Tips

• Store in a cool, dark place in an airtight container.
• Always use a clean applicator to prevent contamination.
• If the mixture becomes too dry, rejuvenate it by adding a few drops of fresh ghee and mixing thoroughly.
• Apply using traditional methods as described in the application guide.

References:
Primary Source: Lectures and clinical notes from the School of Ayurveda and Panchkarma