Water Chestnut (Singhara) Shell Exfoliating Powder (Upcycled)
Trapa natans · Lythraceae · Botanical profile
- Technical Data SheetDownload PDF
- Safety Data SheetDownload PDF
- Certificate of Analysis — sent with every order
Specifications
- Botanical name
- Trapa natans · profile
- Family
- Lythraceae
- Common names
- Chestnut Shell, Common Water-Chestnut, Water Nut, European Water Chestnut, European Water-Chestnut, Jesuit'S-Nut, Water Caltrop
- Indian names
- सिंघाड़ा, পানিফল, குரலி
- Synonyms
- Trapa acicularis, Trapa alatyrica, Trapa algeriensis, Trapa amurensis, Trapa annosa, Trapa araborum
- Form
- Botanical exfoliant
- INCI
- Not applicable (no cosmetic INCI listed)
- CAS
- —
- INCI status
- Not applicable (no cosmetic INCI listed)
- Applications
- Perfumery, Skincare
- SKU
- EXF-WATER-CHEST-225G
- Documents
- TDS and SDS download as PDF on every product page. COA sent with every order and available on request.
Product details
Water Chestnut (Singhara) Shell Exfoliating Powder (Upcycled) — a 100% plant-based physical exfoliant, sustainably sourced in India.
Botanical name: Trapa natans
Common / local name: Singhara chhilka
Category: Novel / Repurposed Agri-byproduct
Particle size / mesh: 40–80 mesh (medium–coarse, ~180–425 µm)
Texture: Medium–coarse
Features
- Upcycled shell grit
- Seasonal Indian crop byproduct
Benefits
- Sustainable body exfoliation
- Reuses shell waste
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
36 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.
Trapa natans in other forms
Same botanical, different format for your formula.
