Karanja Seed Cake Exfoliating Powder (Upcycled)
Pongamia pinnata · Fabaceae · Botanical profile
- Technical Data SheetDownload PDF
- Safety Data SheetDownload PDF
- Certificate of Analysis — sent with every order
Specifications
- Botanical name
- Pongamia pinnata · profile
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Common names
- Karanja, Karanj, Karanjwa, Karanja Cake, Indian Beech Tree, Indian Beech, Pongam Oiltree
- Indian names
- करंज, புங்கை, કણજી, કરંજ, ಹೊಂಗೆ ಮರ
- Synonyms
- Pongamia glabra
- Plant part
- Seed
- Form
- Botanical exfoliant
- INCI
- Not applicable (no cosmetic INCI listed)
- CAS
- —
- INCI status
- Not applicable (no cosmetic INCI listed)
- Applications
- Perfumery, Skincare
- SKU
- EXF-KARAN-CAKE-225G
- Documents
- TDS and SDS download as PDF on every product page. COA sent with every order and available on request.
Product details
Karanja Seed Cake Exfoliating Powder (Upcycled) — a 100% plant-based physical exfoliant, sustainably sourced in India.
Botanical name: Pongamia pinnata
Common / local name: Karanj khali
Category: Novel / Repurposed Agri-byproduct
Particle size / mesh: 60–100 mesh (medium, ~150–250 µm)
Texture: Medium
Features
- De-oiled Pongamia residue
- Traditional problem-skin use
Benefits
- Clarifying body exfoliation
- Sustainable oil-press byproduct
How to use
Mix with a little water or carrier oil into a spreadable grit. Massage onto damp skin in gentle circular motions for 30–60 sec, then rinse. Use 1–2 times a week. Avoid broken or irritated skin. Always patch-test first. For external use only.
Why plant-based?
- 100% plant-based, biodegradable and free from plastic microbeads
- No synthetic abrasives, parabens, sulphates or artificial fragrance
- Vegan and cruelty-free
- Naturally rich in skin-loving vitamins, minerals and antioxidants
- Customisable exfoliation — mix with water, milk, curd, honey or oils
- Rooted in traditional Ayurvedic / ubtan skincare
Shelf life
18 months from manufacture (unopened).
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place in an airtight container, away from direct sunlight and moisture.
Available sizes: 225 g, 1 kg, 5 kg.
Pongamia pinnata in other forms
Same botanical, different format for your formula.
Carrier oilHuile de graines de Karanj - Pongamia pinnatafrom $18.25/kg
Extract pasteExtrait de Karanja CO2 - Pongamia Pinnatafrom $323.39/kg
Extract powderExtrait de Karanja - Pongamia Pinnatafrom $13.17/kg
Glycerin extractExtrait de glycérine de Karanja - Pongamia Pinnatafrom $79.39/kg
Infused oilHuile infusée de Karanja - Pongamia Pinnatafrom $89.60/kg
Oil-soluble extractExtrait de Karanja OS, Huile de Sésamefrom $18.89/kg
Propylene glycol extractExtrait de Karanja PG - Pongamia Pinnatafrom $75.57/kg
Herbal powderPoudre de Karanja - Pongamia Pinnatafrom $8.41/kg