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It is commonly known as alkanet. By origin, it is found in the Mediterranean region and most commonly in the areas of Mangalore. The roots of alkanet among the common people are used as a red dye.
Ratanjot Roots (Alkanet, Alkanna tinctoria) are a cherished natural colorant used to create a deep ruby-red hue in oils, butters, and craft recipes. Finely cut or powdered, our premium Ratanjot infuses easily into carrier oils like coconut, sesame, or almond, delivering a rich crimson tone ideal for soap making, lip balms, salves, and body butters—without synthetic dyes. Crafters love its earthy aroma and authentic plant-based character that elevates small-batch, clean-label formulations.
In the kitchen, Ratanjot is traditionally used for artisanal cooking (e.g., Kashmiri cuisine) to impart a beautiful natural color to ghee or tempering oils—perfect for signature dishes and gourmet plating. For beauty creators, Ratanjot’s vivid pigment supports DIY tinted oils, solid perfumes, and herbal hair oils for a subtle, rosy sheen. It blends well with botanicals like beeswax, shea butter, hibiscus, and rose to craft elegant, minimalist products.
Thoughtfully sourced and hygienically packed, our Ratanjot Roots offer consistent color release, smooth infusion, and reliable potency—free from artificial colors and fillers. Whether you are formulating natural skincare, hand-poured soaps, or chef-style oils, Ratanjot delivers heritage color with modern versatility.
Ratanjot Roots for natural red tint, clean crafting, and artisanal appeal, a timeless botanical that adds beauty, authenticity, and storytelling to every creation.
How is Ratanjot known in your area?
- In the Hindi-speaking States and Kannada-speaking States, Alkanet is known as ratanjot. In Tamil Nadu and other Tamil-speaking States, it is known as Kattamanakku. In Telugu, Ratanjot is known as Ratanjotu.
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- To apply this drug on your skin, the roots of ratanjot are used to prepare face mask. Other than this, Ratanjot hair oil is used as a natural hair colour by providing strength to your hairs, promoting hair growth and reducing hair fall.
Oil infusion: Combine 1–2 tbsp crushed/powdered Ratanjot per 250 ml carrier oil. Warm gently (double-boiler, low heat) 30–60 mins or cold-infuse 7–14 days; shake daily. Strain through fine mesh/cloth.
Soap making: Add colored oil at trace; start low (5–10%) and adjust. pH may deepen tones.
Balms/salves: Blend 5–20% infused oil with beeswax/butters for tinted lip balms and salves.
Culinary (where allowed): Briefly bloom in warm ghee/oil, then strain for natural color.
Use food-grade material only for cooking and follow local regulations. Patch test skin products. Store airtight, cool, dark; expect possible staining.
- It is a very popular drug in the areas of Himachal Pradesh and is widely used for baldness, premature graying of hair, and hair loss. It keeps your skin protected from sun burns and sun blocker. It is very useful in curing inflammations as well.
Ratanjot (Alkanet) Roots are a beloved natural colorant that infuse oils, butters, and balms with a rich ruby-red/crimson tint—perfect for soap making, tinted lip balms, salves, and artisanal skincare. Plant-based and dye-free, Ratanjot adds clean-label appeal and authentic craft character to small-batch formulations. Makers value its easy infusion, warm earthy hue, and compatibility with beeswax, shea, and coconut oil. In culinary traditions (where permitted), it’s used to tint ghee/oils for a signature finish. Color intensity varies by oil, temperature, and pH, enabling unique shades across cold-process soaps and body care. Always patch test; note strong staining on tools, fabrics, and surfaces.
- This is a medicine, and needs to be used with the proper prescription suggesting the doses for the drug.
Product Questions
Ratanjot Roots are derived from the Alkanet plant, known botanically as Alkanna tinctoria. The intense, deep red-purple color comes from the natural pigment compounds called alkannins and shikonins contained within the root bark. This powerful, naturally occurring pigment makes Ratanjot a popular and safe botanical colorant for food, cosmetics, and textiles.
2 . How does Ratanjot Root Extract benefit hair health, particularly for darkening and adding shine?
When infused into oils (like coconut or sesame), Ratanjot imparts a beautiful deep, rich reddish-brown tone to the hair, especially noticeable on dark hair. More importantly, its conditioning properties help to smooth the hair shaft, seal the cuticle, and provide a subtle boost of volume, resulting in hair that has exceptional shine and a healthy luster.
Yes. Ratanjot has been used traditionally for its natural antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties. When incorporated into scalp oils or hair masks, it helps to calm irritation, reduce redness, and balance the scalp's oil production. This soothing action promotes a healthier scalp environment and helps manage the flakiness associated with mild dandruff.
Ratanjot is a prized natural alternative to synthetic dyes. The root powder or oil infusion is used to give a beautiful, natural red, maroon, or pink tint to products. It is used in natural lip balms, lipsticks, and cheek tints to provide a lasting, skin-friendly pop of color that is both nourishing and free from chemical additives.
The coloring compounds, alkannins and shikonins, are oil-soluble, meaning they dissolve beautifully into carrier oils (like coconut, olive, or almond oil). Once the pigment is fully infused into the oil via a gentle heating or sun-infusion process, the resulting oil holds the deep, stable color and the root's therapeutic properties for a long period, making it a reliable ingredient.
Yes, Ratanjot can be an aid in camouflaging grays. While it does not offer the permanent coverage of Henna, when used as an oil infusion, the deep red pigment from the root coats the hair strand, tinting gray hairs a beautiful maroon or purplish-brown. Regular use helps blend the grays into darker hair tones, offering a soft, natural camouflage.
In some traditional practices (particularly Ayurvedic or Unani medicine, where Onosma echioides is used), Ratanjot has been utilized internally (under supervision) for its antioxidant, wound-healing, and purifying properties. It is traditionally believed to support general skin health from within and promote systemic cleansing, though its primary modern use is external.
8 . What is the simplest and best way to prepare Ratanjot Root for use in a hair or body oil at home?
The simplest method is a slow, gentle heat infusion. Add Ratanjot root pieces or powder to your chosen carrier oil (e.g., coconut or almond oil). Gently heat the mixture in a double boiler over low heat for 15–20 minutes or use a sun-infusion method for several days. Strain the mixture thoroughly to remove the root pieces, leaving behind the richly colored, infused oil.
Absolutely. Ratanjot is a fantastic color-enhancer for other natural hair dyes. When added to a Henna mixture, it helps to deepen the red to a rich mahogany or plum tone. It is often included in herbal hair masks (along with Amla or Shikakai) specifically to amplify the darkening and conditioning effects of the blend.
Ratanjot is generally safe for most skin types as a topical colorant or oil infusion. The primary precaution is testing for sensitivity, especially if using a highly concentrated powder in a mask. Ensure the product you are using is explicitly labeled as cosmetic or food grade to ensure purity and safety, as it should not be confused with toxic, similarly colored plants.
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