Ziziphus (Sidr/Qasil) Powder

Uses

• Haircare, skincare, and traditional nutritional superfood applications.

Hair and scalp benefits

• Follicle health and volume: May significantly improve the overall health of the hair follicles, which can encourage healthy hair growth and leave hair looking smooth, shiny, and voluminous.
• Gentle conditioning wash: Contains mild natural saponins that gently cleanse away dirt and product build-up while conditioning the scalp and preserving its defensive moisture barrier.

Skincare benefits

• Soothing and anti-ageing: Packed with unique phyto-compounds that may help reduce the appearance of wrinkles, prevent the breakdown of structural collagen, and keep the skin feeling supple and youthful.
• Eye area care: Exerts a beautifully soothing, nurturing, and cooling effect on the delicate skin around the eyes.
• Sebum and oil balancing: Naturally balances out excess sebum production, making it a must-have ritual for both acne-prone and maturing skin complexions.
• Irritation and sun relief: Its deep anti-inflammatory properties can help calm irritated or inflamed skin, while providing gentle cooling relief to sunburnt skin.

General wellness and consumption note

• Systemic health support: Taken internally under professional guidance, its unique combination of saponins, alkaloids, and tannins works to support a natural antimicrobial effect. Research indicates it can help strengthen the immune system, fortify liver function, improve circulation, lower glucagon levels to help regulate blood sugar, and reduce internal inflammation.
• Sleep and anxiety aid: When taken traditionally with a glass of warm milk before bedtime, it may help relieve nervous anxiety and promote a restful night’s sleep.
• Health tonic note: Internal consumption of this product should only be done under the strict guidance of a healthcare professional. Please consult a qualified practitioner, dietician, or professional herbalist before taking ziziphus internally.

Important Product Precaution

• Latex sensitivity alert: Ziziphus leaf powder contains a natural plant wax with a molecular similarity to latex. If you have a known latex sensitivity or allergy, please perform a skin patch test before using this product.

For all herbal treatments, whether for skin or hair, regular use is typically necessary to observe the best results.

East African Qasil daily facial cleanser
The natural saponins inside the leaves will gently cleanse and clarify your skin with a beautiful, mild exfoliating action.

• The recipe: Place about 1 teaspoon of ziziphus powder into the palm of your hand or a shallow bowl. Add a splash of warm water and mix it into a smooth, runny paste.
• The lathering technique: With the runny mixture in your hands, rub your palms together vigorously. You will notice the mixture physically transform from a dark green paste into a very light green, creamy foam. This is exactly how pure ziziphus naturally lathers!
• Application: Rub the smooth lather gently over your face and neck, avoiding the immediate eyes. Rinse well with warm water and pat dry.

Middle Eastern Sidr cleansing shampoo

• The liquid rinse method: Mix 1 tablespoon of ziziphus powder into 1 cup of warm water. Mix or shake vigorously to activate and release the natural saponins, then let the mixture sit for 30 minutes to fully infuse. Add another cup of warm water to make a very runny mixture. Wet your hair, pour the mixture over your scalp and hair, and give your scalp a light massage. Leave it on for a few minutes, then rinse out thoroughly.
• The thick paste method: Alternatively, mix the powder with just enough warm water to form a thick, smooth paste. Let it sit for 30 minutes to activate. Apply the paste to your wet hair in sections from root to tip, and let it rest in your hair for 20 minutes before rinsing well.

Rejuvenating hair, scalp, and skin treatment

• The recipe: Mix enough ziziphus powder with equal amounts of warm water and pure black seed oil (Nigella sativa) to create a smooth paste.
• Application: Apply this potent paste thoroughly to your hair and scalp. Cover your hair with a shower cap or clingwrap and leave it on for 30 minutes. Rinse out very well with warm water. Depending on your hair type, you can follow with a mild shampoo if necessary to remove any leftover oil residue.

Where ziziphus shines

• The natural cleanser: Ziziphus is a superb natural cleanser. Its natural, gentle saponins and mild exfoliating action make it the heroine cleanser in your natural skincare routine.
• The advice: Ziziphus is incredibly versatile. You can mix the raw powder with any cold-pressed plant oil of your choice (such as jojoba or rosehip) and incorporate rich kitchen ingredients like honey, natural yoghurt, or mashed avocado to create a personalized, deeply nourishing face mask tailored to your specific skin needs.

Regulatory Disclaimer
This product has not been evaluated by SAHPRA for its medicinal quality. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Internal consumption should always be done under the guidance of a qualified healthcare professional.

• Ziziphus contents: 100% pure, certified organic ziziphus (Ziziphus mauritiana) leaf powder.
• Package contents: 100 grams of pure, certified organic ziziphus leaf powder.