Rangoli Colors: A Colorful Guide
- shizennpo
- Jan 28
- 2 min read
Rangoli is traditionally made from natural products such as turmeric, henna, and flowers. However, the use of artificial dyes in many current rangoli colors means that they are composed of chemicals that are quite toxic for the environment and human lives.
Why Choose Eco-Friendly Rangoli Colors?
Eco-friendly rangoli colors are organic materials, which make them non-toxic. The most important point here is that they are safe for both the atmosphere and human health. Additionally, with the aspect of biodegradability and not-toxicity, these eco-friendly colours give off a fragrance.
Popular sustainable rangoli colors:
Turmeric: The yellowish color of turmeric powder is highly acceptable in the rangoli making process. Along with that, it is a natural antiseptic and anti-inflammatory.
Henna: The henna powder is deep red in color. It is used for decorous designs on different parts of the body, mainly hands and the feet. Besides helping the skin, it acts as a natural coolant.
Flowers: Flowers of varieties of colours to make rangoli with lovely aromas. The finer choices are marigold, roses as well as jasmine.
Rice flour: This rice flour develops into white rangoli or, in a mix and match combination using other shades, turns into pastel.
Colored rice: Organic dyes; turmeric or beetroot leaves or spinach liquid can absorb inside the rice that will eventually lend the wanted coloring rangoli.
Pulses and grains: the different pulses and grains constitute prime materials. That can add interesting texture and patterns to rangoli.
Instructions about Sustainable Colors used in Rangoli:
Instead of artificial colours, select colors from natural elements.
Prefer colors without toxins.
Keep colours vibrant amd usable by adding a small amount of water.
Immediately wipe off spilled drops, as they can stain surfaces.
Properly dispose of colour leftovers.
Putting these tips into practice means that less of these toxic dyes can leech into the environment and more naturally occurring products can be disposed of without compromising sustainability. This Sankranti, let's make our homes and the environment and hospitable environment!
Article Written by Manogna Dubasi
Article Published by Sathvika Icharapu
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