{"product_id":"indigo-dye-powder-neel-nila-indigotin","title":"Indigo Dye Powder |  Neel | Indigotin Blue Pigment","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAlso known as:\u003c\/b\u003e Neel Powder, Wasma Dust, Powdered Indigo, \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"57\"\u003eNila\u003c\/i\u003e Powder, Black Henna (Natural).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eScientific name:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"17\"\u003eIndigofera tinctoria\u003c\/i\u003e (The processed, fermented, and finely pulverized leaves of the true Indigo shrub).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Botanical Science:\u003c\/b\u003e While the \"Dye Ball\" is the traditional storage form, the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"81\"\u003eIndigo Powder\u003c\/b\u003e is the active \"Ready-to-Use\" state. The pigment, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"144\"\u003eindigotin\u003c\/b\u003e, is locked within the plant’s cellular structure. Milling it into an ultra-fine powder increases the surface area, allowing for near-instant hydration and release of the deep violet-blue chromophores.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePhysical Characteristics:\u003c\/b\u003e An extremely fine, soft powder with a unique matte, greenish-blue hue. When exposed to moisture and air (oxidation), it shifts into a rich, midnight indigo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSensory Profile:\u003c\/b\u003e It carries a distinct, earthy, \"fermented hay\" aroma—a hallmark of authentic, naturally processed Indigo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHistorical Context:\u003c\/b\u003e In the ancient beauty rituals of the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"57\"\u003eMiddle East and South Asia\u003c\/b\u003e, Indigo powder (often called \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"113\"\u003eWasma\u003c\/i\u003e) was the essential partner to Henna. While Henna provided the fiery reds, Indigo provided the cool, dark \"Raven\" tones, allowing artisans to create a full spectrum of natural hair shades from auburn to deep black.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHow to prepare:\u003c\/b\u003e For \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"20\"\u003eBotanical Hair Toning\u003c\/b\u003e, mix the powder with warm water (and a pinch of salt to help release the dye) until it reaches a yogurt-like consistency. Apply immediately after a henna treatment for the most traditional \"Two-Step\" coloring process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"AWAFI MILL","offers":[{"title":"100 g | 3.5 Oz","offer_id":47573635268746,"sku":"INDIGO-DYE-100","price":49.99,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true},{"title":"250 g | 9 Oz","offer_id":47573635301514,"sku":"INDIGO-DYE-250","price":74.99,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true},{"title":"500 g | 17.6 Oz","offer_id":47573635334282,"sku":"INDIGO-DYE-500","price":89.99,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0742\/7063\/8218\/files\/1.1_awafi-mill-indigo-dye-powder-wasma-neel-indigofera-tinctoria-dye-powder-pack-100g.jpg?v=1781516351","url":"https:\/\/awafimill.com\/products\/indigo-dye-powder-neel-nila-indigotin","provider":"AWAFI MILL","version":"1.0","type":"link"}