Amla is a natural herbal powder derived from the Amla fruit, commonly known as Indian Gooseberry or Amalaki, abundant in India and well known in Ayurveda for its many benefits in health and beauty. ***Traditional South Asian cultures use Amla as a hair tonic and as an additive to hair oils and hair-care preparations.*** Amla Powder has the following benefits when used on hair & skin: ~has the highest content of naturally occurring vitamin C, it is a natural anti-oxidant; ~provides added strength to hair roots; ~~removes dandruff and promotes long, lustrous and healthy hair; ~ encourages hair growth; ~addresses premature greying; ~ helps to control hair loss; ~ excellent natural hair conditioner; ~ provides nourishment to skin. ~brightens the complexion & removes pimples; ~excellent skin exfoliator with anti-bacterial properties.