In Hindu culture, sindoor worn along the parting of a woman's hair is the primary visual indicator of marital status.

In Hindu culture, sindoor worn along the parting of a woman's hair is the primary visual indicator of marital status.

Applying sindoor is a delicate and controversial topic for its social significance, So let us not dive into that.

Applying sindoor is a delicate and controversial topic for its social significance, So let us not dive into that.

Let us know about the components using which Sindoor can be made

Let us know about the components using which Sindoor can be made 

Mixture of Turmeric and lime juice is the safest and most traditional form of sindoor, considered non-toxic and often called kumkum.

Mixture of Turmeric and lime juice is the safest and most traditional form of sindoor, considered non-toxic and often called kumkum.

Red sandal powder, saffron, and other herbal ingredients may also be used in traditional sindoor, again considered safe.

Red sandal powder, saffron, and other herbal ingredients may also be used in traditional sindoor, again considered safe.

Vermilion or cinnabar is a red pigment & the main ingredient in most commercially available Sindoor.

Vermilion or cinnabar is a red pigment & the main ingredient in most commercially available Sindoor.

Red lead is another toxic compound sometimes added to sindoor.

Red lead is another toxic compound sometimes added to sindoor.

Be cautious of commercially available sindoor, as it may contain harmful substances.

Be cautious of commercially available sindoor, as it may contain harmful substances.

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