Sindoor is a red powder applied on forehead and on the
parting of hair by Hindu women. It is easy to make Sindoor at home provided if
you have the right ingredients available. Here is a brief idea on how to make Sindoor
at home.
Things needed
Turmeric – Gather original turmeric. Boil it and then dry it
in sun.
Slaked lime – a caustic substance produced by heating
limestone.
Water
Powder the turmeric very well. Mix it with slaked lime. Add
water. You will get a bright red color.
Don’t make it too watery.
Don’t make it too watery.
Make sure that you mix all well. There should not be any
small pieces in the mix.
Make a lump like small chapati or poori ball.
Dry it.
Once dried break it and powder it again. You will get Sindoor.