Kumkumadi is traditionally associated with Ayurvedic skincare and formulations containing saffron, sandalwood and a combination of botanical ingredients. However, not every product carrying the Kumkumadi name uses the same formulation.
At Etenal, our Natural Kumkumadi Soap is formulated using 21 traditional herbs, together with ingredients such as authentic sandalwood oil, saffron, camel milk, essential oils and Vitamin E.
This article gives you a closer look at the traditional herbs used in our formulation without revealing proprietary formulation ratios or manufacturing details.
Why the Ingredients Matter in a Kumkumadi Formulation
The word "Kumkumadi" alone does not tell you exactly what is inside a product. Different manufacturers can use different ingredient combinations, concentrations and production methods.
For this reason, understanding the ingredients behind a formulation can help consumers make a more informed choice when comparing Kumkumadi soaps.
Etenal's formulation brings together 21 traditional herbs selected as part of its Kumkumadi-inspired botanical profile, along with complementary ingredients used to create the finished soap.
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Inside the Etenal Kumkumadi Formulation
The Etenal Natural Kumkumadi Soap combines traditional botanical ingredients with a cleansing soap format designed for everyday skincare.
The formulation includes 21 traditional herbs, along with authentic Mysore Sandalwood Oil, saffron, camel milk, other essential oils and Vitamin E.
The purpose of this article is to explain the botanical profile of the formulation. Proprietary quantities, ratios, processing techniques and other formulation details are intentionally not disclosed.
Formulation note: Traditional ingredient names can have different regional names and botanical classifications. The names below reflect the ingredient information used for Etenal's formulation.
The 21 Traditional Herbs Used in the Formulation
The formulation includes the following traditional herbs and botanical ingredients.
Kesar / Saffron Pollens
Crocus sativus
Saffron is one of the best-known traditional ingredients associated with Kumkumadi formulations and Ayurvedic-inspired skincare.
Lal Chandan / Red Sandalwood
Pterocarpus santalinus
Red sandalwood has a long history of use in traditional Indian botanical preparations and skincare.
Manjistha
Rubia cordifolia
Manjistha is a traditional Ayurvedic botanical commonly associated with formulations for skin care.
Yashtimadhu / Mulethi / Licorice
Glycyrrhiza glabra
Licorice has a long history of traditional use in Ayurvedic and botanical preparations.
Vat Vriksha / Indian Banyan
Ficus benghalensis
Indian Banyan is one of the traditional botanical ingredients included in the formulation.
Pakar / Java Fig
Ficus lacor
Java Fig is included among the traditional botanical ingredients used in the formulation.
Nilkand / Neel Kamal / Blue Lotus
Nymphaea stellata
Blue Lotus is a traditional botanical ingredient associated with Indian herbal and Ayurvedic preparations.
Kamal Kesar / Sacred Lotus
Nelumbo nucifera
Sacred Lotus is a traditional botanical used in various Indian herbal preparations.
Daruhaldi
Berberis aristata
Daruhaldi is a traditional Ayurvedic botanical included in the formulation.
Ushira
Vetiveria zizanioides
Ushira, commonly associated with vetiver, is traditionally used in Indian botanical preparations.
Padmaka
Prunus cerasoides
Padmaka is a traditional botanical ingredient included in the formulation.
The Dashamoola Group in the Formulation
The formulation also includes the traditional Dashamoola group, a group of ten botanical ingredients recognised in Ayurvedic tradition.
Agnimantha
Premna mucronata
Bilva
Aegle marmelos
Brihati
Solanum indicum
Gokshura
Tribulus terrestris
Kantakari
Solanum xanthocarpum
Gambhari
Gmelina arborea
Patala
Stereospermum suaveolens
Shalaparni
Desmodium gangeticum
Prishnaparni
Uraria picta
Shyonaka
Oroxylum indicum
These ingredients are presented here as part of Etenal's formulation profile. The article does not attempt to reproduce or claim a classical medicinal formula.
Additional Supporting Ingredients
The 21 traditional herbs form the botanical foundation described above, while several complementary ingredients are also used in the finished formulation.
🌿 Sandalwood Oil
Authentic sandalwood oil is included as part of the formulation and contributes to its traditional botanical and aromatic character.
🌸 Saffron
Saffron is included as one of the characteristic ingredients associated with the Etenal Kumkumadi formulation.
🥛 Camel Milk
Camel milk is incorporated as a complementary conditioning ingredient in the formulation.
🌱 Essential Oils
Selected essential oils complement the botanical formulation and contribute to its overall sensory profile.
💧 Vitamin E
Vitamin E is included as part of the formulation's supporting skincare ingredients.
Why Use Multiple Traditional Herbs?
A traditional botanical formulation is not defined by a single "hero" ingredient. Different herbs can contribute different characteristics to the overall formulation.
Using a broader botanical profile also reflects the traditional approach of combining multiple ingredients rather than relying on a single extract or synthetic fragrance to represent the entire concept of Kumkumadi.
For Etenal, the objective is to combine these traditional botanical ingredients into a carefully developed cleansing product rather than simply adding a small amount of Kumkumadi-related ingredient to a conventional soap base.
Our Formulation Philosophy
Etenal's Kumkumadi formulation was developed from a desire to bring traditional botanical ingredients into a practical everyday cleansing format.
The formulation has been developed and refined over time, with the original formulation work dating back to 2016.
As the formulator and manufacturer, Etenal focuses on the complete formulation rather than using the Kumkumadi name simply as a marketing ingredient.
Why we don't publish the complete formulation: The article explains the principal traditional ingredients used in the product, but formulation ratios, processing methods and other proprietary manufacturing details remain part of Etenal's formulation know-how.
How to Evaluate a Kumkumadi Soap
If you are comparing different Kumkumadi soaps, don't rely only on the product name or a single highlighted ingredient.
1. Check the Ingredient List
Look for transparent ingredient information rather than relying only on broad marketing claims.
2. Look at the Overall Formulation
A genuine formulation should be evaluated as a complete product rather than by one or two headline ingredients.
3. Consider the Botanical Profile
Look at which traditional herbs and complementary ingredients are actually present.
4. Understand the Product Format
A bathing soap is different from a leave-on Kumkumadi oil or facial treatment, so expectations should reflect the product format.
For more information about the difference between formulations, read our guide: Why Original Kumkumadi Is Better Than Mass-Market Alternatives .
Want to understand the broader skincare uses of Kumkumadi? Read our guide to Kumkumadi Soap Benefits for Skin .
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Etenal Natural Kumkumadi Soap is formulated with 21 traditional herbs together with sandalwood oil, saffron, camel milk and other supporting ingredients.
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