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Essentially Natural Beetroot Powder

Essentially Natural Beetroot Powder

Regular price R 59.00
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INCI: Beta vulgaris Root Powder

Beetroot Powder is a finely milled plant powder made from dried beetroot (Beta vulgaris). It is commonly used as a natural colourant and botanical add-in for DIY skincare, hair care, soaps, and bath products. It adds pink to berry-toned colour and can support a fresh, vibrant look in masks and body blends.

This product is certified: Beauty Without Cruelty, Vegan, and Food Safe.

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  • Botanical Name: Beta vulgaris
  • Format: Fine plant powder
  • Colour Contribution: Pink to berry tones
  • Skin Feel: Soft, smooth powder texture
  • Ingredients: Dried beetroot powder (Beta vulgaris)
  • Size Options: 50g, 100g, 200g, 500g or 1kg
  • Face and body masks for a fresh-looking glow
  • Gentle body scrubs and natural soap colouring
  • Hair masks and shampoo boosters as a botanical add-in
  • Natural colourant for DIY cosmetics and bath treats

    This product is suitable for:

  • DIY makers wanting a natural pink-toned colourant
  • Formulations where you want a botanical powder with visual impact
  • Mask, scrub, soap, and bath treat projects
  • Hair and scalp routines that use plant powders as add-ins
  • This product is not:

  • Intended for use on broken or freshly irritated skin
  • A pre-preserved, ready-to-use cosmetic product
  • As a Face Mask: Mix 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon with yoghurt, honey, or hydrosol to form a smooth paste, apply to clean skin, leave 15 to 20 minutes, then rinse.
  • As a Hair Mask: Blend 1 to 2 teaspoons into conditioner or a carrier oil, apply to scalp and lengths, leave about 30 minutes, then shampoo out thoroughly.
  • As a Body Scrub: Combine with sugar and a little carrier oil, massage gently on damp skin, then rinse.
  • As a Natural Colourant: Add a pinch at a time to your formula until the shade is right, noting that colour can fade in high heat or high pH products.
  • Processing Tip: Pre-wet the powder with a little glycerine or oil before adding to water-based mixes to reduce clumping.
  • For external use only
  • Patch test before first use
  • Discontinue use if irritation occurs
  • Avoid contact with eyes and broken skin
  • Avoid inhaling the powder
  • Natural pigments can stain fabrics and some surfaces, rinse promptly
  • Store sealed in a cool, dry place away from light and moisture

Q: Will beetroot powder stain my skin or bathroom surfaces?
A: It can tint skin temporarily and may stain light fabrics or porous surfaces, so use care and rinse spills promptly.

Q: Can I use beetroot powder in high-pH soap?
A: You can, but natural pigments may shift or fade at higher pH, so test a small batch to check the final colour.

Q: What does “Food Safe” mean?
A: It generally means the ingredient is pure and handled in hygienic conditions for personal use, but it may not be labelled as food grade for resale as a consumable product.

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