Wordsmith Kaur
  • Home
  • Food
  • Travel
  • Lifestyle
  • Mental Health
  • My Story
  • Contact
  • Home
  • Food
  • Travel
  • Lifestyle
  • Mental Health
  • My Story
  • Contact
No Result
View All Result
Wordsmith Kaur
No Result
View All Result
Home Lifestyle

Natural Organic Hair Colour

by Harjeet Kaur
March 2, 2025
in Lifestyle
Reading Time: 9 mins read
86 3
71
135
SHARES
638
VIEWS
Share on FacebookShare on TwitterShare on whatsapp

Natural Organic Hair Colour | No Harmful Chemicals, No Side Effects

Natural organic hair colour

This is my 2nd  Post for #MyFriendAlexa 

“I’m taking my blog to the next level with Blogchatter’s My Friend Alexa” via Blogchatter

Natural Organic Hair Colour with Video Tutorial

A trace of grey can be worrisome, just to see a discoloured strand in your locks can be stressful. At one time ageing and going grey hair went hand in hand. But now, ‘Premature greying of hairs’ has become rampant amongst the youth as well. Fortuitously, there is an answer to this problem; a Natural Organic Hair Colour. A healthier substitute to chemical hair dye which will give you striking, black tresses; a henna and indigo hair treatment. I have been using this formula since the past four years and tweaked and twisted it until I got the best results. Just follow the steps exactly and you can get the best result. Research has proved that repeated hair colouring with chemical dyes causes hair damage. More and more people are turning to natural hair dyes to colour their hair, for this reason.

Natural Organic Hair Colour

The probable explanations for premature greying could be stress, sleep deprivation, junk food, use of chemical hair products, pollution, coffee, aerated drinks, junk food and so on. What you can do to prevent this is to use natural hair oil, sleep as much as you can, stop doing chemical-based shampoos, hair DYES, getting hair straightened or permed. Although hair dyes off the shelf or from a bottle are a convenient solution and are certified safe for use, in reality, the chemicals they contain will only make your hair grey faster.

This method that I use with natural organic products is with the formula of orange + Indigo= Soft black. Usually henna gives a deep red colour but we have to tone it down. That’s why I recommend a shampoo after henna application and not just a rinse.

Natural Organic Hair Colour

You may ask is it safe to use henna and indigo on your hair?

Yes, it is safe to use henna and indigo on your hair as they are all-natural ingredients. Nevertheless, to make sure that you are not allergic to either of these natural hair dyes, do a patch test on the inside of your elbow before proceeding with colouring your hair.

Another question would be, how long does the colour last?

Typically, the colour lasts for 3 weeks.

What is Henna?

Henna is a small tree which grows in the tropical climates of Africa, northern Australia, and southern Asia. Its leaves comprise of a pigment called lawsone which pools in with proteins to cause colouring. Because of this quality, Henna has been used throughout the ages to colour hair and create body art designs.

Origin of Mehendi

It is believed that Mehendi originated in the deserts of India. The people living there learned that covering their hands and feet with coloured paste from the Henna plant helped them to feel cooler. I used to wonder why my mom used to smear her feet in summer and she would say that it made her feel cool. Later on, a creative person must have started making intricate designs with the coloured paste instead of just spreading it on. In due course, brides began to decorate their feet and hands with henna as part of their wedding rituals. Henna tattoos were also supposed to bestow blessings and good luck. By tradition, it is thought that the darker the Mehendi on the bride’s hand, the more passionately her husband will love her.

Natural Organic Hair Colour

Henna for the Hair

Henna is a natural permanent dye that is extensively used throughout the world for its colour and remarkable benefits to the hair.  This hair colouring dates back thousands of years and has been used by both men and women to dye their hair. It is a growing trend now in the natural hair industry as it is a healthy substitute for the toxic chemical dyes found in the market.  Henna does the reverse for the scalp and hair that artificial dyes do.  It actually makes the hair tougher, glossier, and healthier and revitalises dry, dull and damaged hair.  Actually, the more it is applied the better it is for the hair.  Synthetic dyes, may not only damage the hair but also one’s health.  Many are allergic to artificial hair dyes but not from henna. The henna that I buy is pure Rajasthani Henna

WHAT IS INDIGO POWDER?

Indigo is one of the oldest known dyes. In the past, it was extensively used for dyeing textiles. Derived by crushing leaves of the plant genre Indigofera, Indigo was said to be a precious commodity and known as ‘blue gold’.

Only pure Indigo powder derived from Indigofera Tinctoria is best suited for hair as a natural hair dye. Do not get bewildered by the abundant options available to buy indigo powder online. I have tried and tested mainly and have zeroed in only on Dr.Jain’s Indigo Powder.

Natural and Organic Indigo powder is considerably different from its synthetic substitutes. It doesn’t contain ammonia or PPD or other chemicals like most hair dyes.

What Are The Advantages Of Using Indigo?

It is an all-natural hair dye that does not harm your hair in any way.

When smeared over henna treated hair, it gives a soft black colour.

Consistent use of indigo on hair can treat and check premature greying.

This mainly unknown natural hair dye offers such a range of benefits, right?

Let’s look at how you can colour your hair black using henna and indigo!

How to Use Henna and Indigo to Colour Your Hair Black

Incidentally, dyeing your hair with henna and indigo for black hair is a two-step process. You can’t simply mix the two together and apply. To get beautiful black tresses, you need to first treat your hair with henna and then smear it with the indigo.

What You Need?

150 gm Rajasthani Henna Powder

100 gm Indigo Powder

Water

Lukewarm water

Iron Bowl

Big spoon

Old towel

Shower cap

Rubber gloves

Tail Comb with brush

What to Do?

1. Applying Henna

Firstly, combine the Rajasthani henna powder and water in an iron bowl.

Now, mix until you have a thick pudding-like paste.

Subsequently, cover the bowl and leave it overnight for the dye in the henna to discharge.

Next morning, drape an old towel around your shoulders and put on your gloves.

First, start applying henna with a hair colouring brush right from the roots to the ends. Working from the centre to the outer.

Next, roll each section around your finger into a little curl and stick it to your head.

Once, you are done with smearing henna to all the sections, apply the rest of the henna all over your head.

Pay special attention to the front and your sideburns, as they show more.

Lastly, put on a shower cap.

Subsequently, you can leave in the henna for anywhere between 1 and a half to 2 hours.

Shampoo your hair. Yes, not just rinse but also shampoo your hair.

Hair after Henna application

2. Applying Indigo for Natural Organic Hair Colour

Firstly, mix the indigo powder with lukewarm until you have a thick paste.

Next, divide your hair into sections and apply the indigo paste from the roots.

You can leave the length of hair if it is not too grey.

After applying the indigo all over your hair, comb it through.

It is equally important to pay more attention to the front hairline and sides.

Finally, put on a shower cap and leave it on for 1 ½ hours maximum.

Once dry, your hair will turn purple but don’t panic.

Finally, shampoo it off to get soft black tresses.

Using Indigo Powder after Henna gives my hair a dark tint naturally. Henna actually, is an excellent, all-natural hair conditioner and colourant that adds volume, richness and shine.

Henna is a really safe option for hair colour.

For luxurious hair, I use this Hair Oil Recipe for Hair loss

I have soft silky hair so I do not use conditioner but I do use this Trichup’s shampoo and Hair mask which are natural products and give a bounce to my otherwise limp hair. You can check them out here- Trichup Shampoo and Trichup Hair Mask

Homemade Hair Oil Recipe for Hair Loss
Homemade Hair Oil Recipe for Hair Loss

Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. Harjeet Kaur is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.in

Tags: hennanatural hair dyenatural organic hair colour
Harjeet Kaur

Harjeet Kaur

I’m Harjeet Kaur, the voice behind Wordsmithkaur, a lifestyle blog that’s ranked among India’s Top 20. My writing journey started unexpectedly with articles for The Hindu, and I even had a weekend column that had loyal readership. Over the years, I’ve juggled many hats—content creator, freelance writer, and blogger—all while nurturing my love for words. On my blog, you’ll find a little bit of everything: recipes straight from my kitchen, travel diaries, gardening tips, and stories about beauty, mental health, and sustainability. Cooking is my therapy, and I take pride in turning simple, traditional recipes into gourmet dishes—with love as my secret ingredient. I write to connect, to share, and to inspire. Whether it’s content for social media, blogs, or brochures, I thrive on crafting stories that resonate. If it’s writing you need, I’m your go-to wordsmith. Take a peek into my world—I promise there’s always something interesting waiting for you.

Related Posts

Why Apartments in Downtown Los Angeles Are in High Demand
Lifestyle

Why Apartments in Downtown Los Angeles Are in High Demand

June 13, 2025
Sweet Branding Why Custom Cupcakes Work as Marketing Tools
Branding

Sweet Branding: Why Custom Cupcakes Work as Marketing Tools

June 18, 2025
The Journey Through Physiotherapy
Lifestyle

From Pain to Performance: The Journey Through Physiotherapy

June 1, 2025
A perfect pub
Lifestyle

The Signs You’ve Found Your Perfect Local

May 13, 2025
Manicured hands and feet
Lifestyle

How This Light-Based Treatment Is Beating Fungal Infections

May 1, 2025
The Secret to Stress-Free Moving
Lifestyle

The Secret to Stress-Free Moving

June 23, 2025

Comments 71

  1. Afreen Ansari says:
    5 years ago

    Feels so good to read a detailed blog on natural.organic hair color. My use to apply a lot of henna on her hair but somewhere we have forgotten it

    Reply
    • Harjeet Kaur says:
      5 years ago

      Thanks Afreen..it is natural and organic that’s why best to go back to ancient traditions

      Reply
  2. Jenifer says:
    5 years ago

    My friend uses indigo for hair color but I haven’t yet.
    Seems it will work good for me too.

    Reply
    • Harjeet Kaur says:
      5 years ago

      Yes Jennifer it does work Do try it out

      Reply
  3. Mayura Amarkant says:
    5 years ago

    Loved the way you have dispelled myths in the form of FAQs. I have been wary of trying henna for my greying hair, but after reading your post, I am surely going to pick up Indigo. Thank you for this informative post.

    Reply
    • Harjeet Kaur says:
      5 years ago

      Thank u so much Mayura ..its my pleasure to share.

      Reply
  4. Pratibha says:
    5 years ago

    You must try the hair colour range from Krya (Krya goodies) they are simply brilliant! Henna based.

    Reply
    • Harjeet Kaur says:
      5 years ago

      Thanks Pratibha..will surely check

      Reply
  5. Mayuri Nidigallu says:
    5 years ago

    My friend has been using these, the only difference being she mixes the Indigo Powder to her Henna. I will share this post with her. I am also going to try it myself. Such a helpful post, Harjeet.

    Reply
    • Harjeet Kaur says:
      5 years ago

      The mixing doesnt work very well Mayuri. I have tried and tested many combos. Only this way it works.

      Reply
  6. Yogita Joshi says:
    5 years ago

    Heena is seems a great way to color hairs. I m surely try the combination of heena and indigo powder for may hairs next time… Very informative post.

    Reply
    • Harjeet Kaur says:
      5 years ago

      Thanks, Yogita Please do try

      Reply
      • Shail Thosani says:
        5 years ago

        Your hair looks so beautiful. Will definitely try out this method for my dad.

        Reply
  7. Charu says:
    5 years ago

    Henna works wonders on our hair. My mom always relied on it and now even I do.

    Reply
    • Harjeet Kaur says:
      5 years ago

      Yes but only henna gives a red colour

      Reply
  8. Sayali says:
    5 years ago

    Will this work on damaged hair?

    Reply
    • Harjeet Kaur says:
      5 years ago

      Yes, it is mainly for damaged hair only.Mine was totally damaged and now its luxuriant

      Reply
  9. Gunjan Upadhyay says:
    5 years ago

    I have heard about Henna but never heard about indigo, A little skeptical on using it on hair, but would definitely try soon

    Reply
    • Harjeet Kaur says:
      5 years ago

      Why r u skeptical? It is like henna leaf only.It is organic and natural.

      Reply
  10. Swati Mathur says:
    5 years ago

    Thanks a lot for such a detailed post.. This is need of an hour as graying hair happening quite early in the age due to many reasons and coloring makes your hair rough. Lovely share

    Reply
    • Harjeet Kaur says:
      5 years ago

      My pleasure Swati..yes hair dyes result in dryness as well as hair fall.Thank u so much

      Reply
  11. Jyoti Jha says:
    5 years ago

    This is quite an informative post. Greying of hair is rampant, and harmful chemicals in store bought colors are even more damaging in the long run.
    You have enlisted some healthy replacements, and they are safe and home made.
    It was good to know about the origin of Mehandi.

    Reply
    • Harjeet Kaur says:
      5 years ago

      Thanks jyoti..I keep looking for herbal solutions

      Reply
  12. PraGun says:
    5 years ago

    Ahh, that’s fun to have natural organic hair color right in your home easily.
    Always knew of henna application, indigo is a piece of new information for me.
    Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
    • Harjeet Kaur says:
      5 years ago

      My pleasure Pragun…yes I keep looking for organic methods for hair and skin. I rarely use store-bought creams.

      Reply
  13. Ritu Bindra says:
    5 years ago

    I could really use this. Thanks for sharing, Harjeet. I avoid coloring my hair (although the grays are showing now) because of the chemicals and hate the reddish tinge of henna. Will try adding indigo next time.

    Reply
    • Harjeet Kaur says:
      5 years ago

      My pleasure Ritu..yes only henna is awful but with Indigo it’s a nice soft black

      Reply
  14. Ginia says:
    5 years ago

    My mother has been asking me for a home recipe for hair colour and this post is my answer. I will share this with her asap!

    Reply
    • Harjeet Kaur says:
      5 years ago

      Thanks Ginia..it really works and is harmless

      Reply
  15. Pooja Priyamvada says:
    5 years ago

    I had never heard of Indigi as a hair colour, interesting

    Reply
    • Harjeet Kaur says:
      5 years ago

      I have been using since 4 years Pooja

      Reply
  16. Sivaranjini. A says:
    5 years ago

    Your natural colour made of henna and indigo powder I think will work. Nicely written.

    Reply
    • Harjeet Kaur says:
      5 years ago

      Thank you Sivaranjini

      Reply
  17. Anahita Irani says:
    5 years ago

    I have given up coloring my hair as parlors were shut during the lockdown. Guess I can try this Indigo Natural hair color at home and get good results like you.

    Reply
    • Harjeet Kaur says:
      5 years ago

      Thank u Anahita…yes u can try it out at home 🙂

      Reply
  18. Varsh says:
    5 years ago

    I’ve used henna for conditioning my hair for the longest time. However, now that the greys have started to show it would be a good idea to add the indigo powder process too. This is a good way to naturally colour hair.

    Reply
    • Harjeet Kaur says:
      5 years ago

      Thanks Varsha..it has worked well for me

      Reply
  19. Ruchi Verma says:
    5 years ago

    I really have so much of hair fall and these tips are really gonna help me a lot!! Thanks a lot for sharing this with us!!

    Reply
    • Harjeet Kaur says:
      5 years ago

      My pleasure Ruchi..do try it out

      Reply
  20. Deepa Gandhi says:
    5 years ago

    Good to know about the Indigo powder. I was looking for a good and herbal hair colour. Now I know this! I will check it out.

    Reply
    • Harjeet Kaur says:
      5 years ago

      Thanks Deepa..it really works wonders

      Reply
  21. Sindhu Vinod Narayan says:
    5 years ago

    I definitely needed this. I use henna for my hair.will try to use indigo too. #tmmreads

    Reply
    • Harjeet Kaur says:
      5 years ago

      Thanks Sindhu..please do try 🙂

      Reply
  22. Dipika Singh says:
    5 years ago

    Organic coloring is always advisable, though henna makes my hair dry (they are naturally frizzy and dry) so I have to be extra careful while applying henna

    Reply
    • Harjeet Kaur says:
      5 years ago

      Yes, henna can make it dry.You shud try the hair mask I shared.It is wonderful.I have been using it

      Reply
  23. Roma says:
    5 years ago

    I am inspired to try henna this time

    Reply
    • Harjeet Kaur says:
      5 years ago

      Its not just Henna, Roma..it has indigo as well

      Reply
  24. Aurora M says:
    5 years ago

    I wasn’t knowing about indigo to apply on hair. May be try once these days as no worries to go workplace. So experiments can be done
    #lifemarblesRead

    Reply
    • Harjeet Kaur says:
      5 years ago

      I have been using since 4 years now and it has been a great boon fr me

      Reply
  25. Swiddle D'Cunha says:
    5 years ago

    This is such a detailed post.You cleared my doubts.Thanks for the info.Organic is the best actually.

    Reply
    • Harjeet Kaur says:
      5 years ago

      Thank you..yes it is organic and does no harm.Works well too.

      Reply
  26. Sonam Sahid Khan says:
    5 years ago

    love to know more about natural hair coloring, and yes indigo helped me more about it. recently I saw my hair turning grey, would definitely love to try this recipe.

    Reply
    • Harjeet Kaur says:
      5 years ago

      What would u like to know Sona? Please feel free to ask 🙂 Indigo is a natural leaf powder

      Reply
  27. Lancelot Quadras says:
    5 years ago

    This is one amazing solution for everyone who wishes to get the best out of their hair color minus chemicals.

    Reply
    • Harjeet Kaur says:
      5 years ago

      Thanks Lancelot. Indeed it is without any of the chemicals.It is all natural and harmless.

      Reply
  28. Arti says:
    5 years ago

    I have used both in the past but makes hair very dry 🙁

    Reply
    • Harjeet Kaur says:
      5 years ago

      Yes it does Arti but at least no chemicals no hairfall..I use good hair oil and mask. My hair is nice and soft

      Reply
  29. Cindy Dsilva says:
    5 years ago

    wow nice colour. i have used mehendi but not with anything else. i have heard indigo powder is a good combination with mehendi. will check it out… your hair is beautiful.

    Reply
  30. Surbhi Prapanna says:
    5 years ago

    I am using henna since long years for my hair but indigo is something new to me. thanks for sharing about it. will explore more about this option.

    Reply
  31. Neha Sharma says:
    5 years ago

    Using indigo dye on hair is something new for me. I have seen my mom using henna on her hair but now she has shifted to the chemical dyes because of the natural color they provide. I will share your method with her, she will love it. Thank you for sharing!

    Reply
  32. vartika says:
    5 years ago

    I didnt know about indigo powder before, this is something new to me, shall check it during my next India trip. Thanks for sharing this secret with us. By the way, your tresses look fab!

    Reply
  33. Preeti Tiwari says:
    5 years ago

    I was using henna till few years back then someone told me that it makes hair dry and I stopped using it. Indigo seems a great option, will surely try it once.

    Reply
  34. Puspanjalee Das Dutta says:
    5 years ago

    Bookmarking this post, Harjeet. My greys have started showing up. Thank you for sharing!

    Reply
    • Harjeet Kaur says:
      5 years ago

      Thanks Puspanjalee..Please do try it.

      Reply
  35. Seema Bardeskar says:
    5 years ago

    I love the effect of henna on hair compared to products fill of chemicals. Plus the color effect is great and strengthens hair too.

    Reply
    • Harjeet Kaur says:
      5 years ago

      Thanks Seema..as long as it is natural I am good

      Reply
  36. LifeCoachPreet says:
    5 years ago

    I am so glad I bumped into your post. I was on a lookout for a natural way to colour my hair and this seems like a great option to try.

    Reply
    • Harjeet Kaur says:
      5 years ago

      Thank u so much Preet. Please do try it.

      Reply
  37. Haimanti Bhattacharjee says:
    5 years ago

    I used to apply henna earlier… Then shifted to hair color as they are easier to apply… But again I am planning to get back to henna with the addition of indigo… Thanks for this informative post…

    Reply
    • Harjeet Kaur says:
      5 years ago

      This combo is harmless that’s why I opted for this. My hair was falling in bunches.

      Reply
  38. Dr. Rahat Sayyad says:
    5 years ago

    I have seen many use henna and the results have been orange almost always. Though i dont need it yet but, using this natural source of hair colour sas out of question. But you gave the missing link to natural organic hair colouring. A mixture of indigo dye with henna. Saved the post Thankyou.

    Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Recipe Rating




This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Follow Us


Instagram@wordsmithkaur

Twitter@wordsmithkaur

Vote for Me

Tripoto
IndiBlogger - The Largest Indian Blogger Community


Empowering you to live your best life with inspiration, wisdom, and practical tips. Let's create a lifestyle that truly resonates with you.

Recent Posts

Anxiety isn;t just in your head

Anxiety Isn’t Just in Your Head—But You Can Still Handle It

July 2, 2025
Why Apartments in Downtown Los Angeles Are in High Demand

Why Apartments in Downtown Los Angeles Are in High Demand

June 13, 2025

Quick Links

  • Home
  • My Story
  • Hire Me
  • Accolades
  • Contact
  • Privacy Policy

Categories

  • A2Z Challenge
  • Beauty
  • Blogchatter
  • Blogchatter-Write a Page a day
  • Branding
  • Fitness
  • Food
  • Guest Post
  • Lifestyle
  • Mental Health
  • Recipes
  • Scool Reunion
  • Sponsored Post
  • Travel
Copyright © 2020 WordSmithKaur. All Rights Reserved.

Designed & Developed by Agyle Studio.

Welcome Back!

Login to your account below

Forgotten Password?

Retrieve your password

Please enter your username or email address to reset your password.

Log In
No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • Food
  • Travel
  • Lifestyle
  • Mental Health
  • My Story
  • Contact

© 2020 Wordsmith Kaur by Harjeet Kaur.