Slippery Elm Powder (Slippery Elm Bark Powder)

Description

Slippery Elm Bark Powder, or simply ‘Slippery Elm Powder’ is a mucilage-rich herb traditionally used to hydrate and soften textured hair, reduce tangles, and calm scalp irritation. it’s also used for medicinal benefits.
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‎Slippery Elm Powder is a traditional herbal ingredient derived from the inner bark of the Ulmus rubra tree, valued for its soothing and mucilaginous properties.

 

Slippery Elm Powder: Product Features

Ingredient Name: Slippery Elm Powder (Slippery Elm Bark Powder).

‎INCI Name: Ulmus Rubra (Inner Bark).

‎Other Names: Slippery Elm Bark Powder, Red Elm Powder, Natural Detangler Herb, Indian Elm, Sweet Elm Powder, Ulmus rubra Powder.

Ingredient’s Main Feature: Rich in mucilage.

‎Pant Part: Derived from the ground inner bark of the Ulmus Rubra (Elm)  tree.

Appearance: Pale beige, smooth powder.

‎Storage: Keep in a dry, airtight container, away from heat and direct sunlight.

‎Sizes: 50g | 100g | 250g | 500g | 1kg

 

Why is it Called ‘Slippery’ Elm?

Slippery Elm Powder becomes slightly gelatinous or mucilaginous when mixed with water or other liquids such as juice or smoothies.

‎It is called ‘slippery’ because of the slippery/ gel-like texture of the inner bark when it is chewed or mixed with water.

‎Slippery Elm was named after its slick, gel-like or mucilaginous inner bark, which was traditionally chewed by the Native Americans to quench thirst when water was not available.

 

Slippery Elm Powder Benefits for Hair

• ‎Hair care: Used in natural hair care for its amazing slip, Slippery Elm Powder softens strands, eases detangling, and soothes dry, itchy scalp. Perfect for DIY masks and pre-poos.
• Natural detangler and conditioner: Slippery Elm Powder has a lot of slip, due it’s high mucilage content.
• Moisture retention for dry, brittle hair
• ‎Soothes irritated or itchy scalp
• Promotes healthier hair and reduced breakage.
• ‎Protection: The mucilage in slippery elm bark acts as a natural emollient, providing a protective coating to the hair.
• Boosts Other Hair Products: Slippery elm can also be used in hair gels and deep conditioners to enhance their detangling and moisturizing properties.
• ‎Natural shampoo: The mucilage in slippery elm bark creates a gel-like substance when mixed with water, which can be used as a natural cleanser for hair.
• ‎Hair Masks and deep conditioners;
• ‎Herbal Infusions or mucilage gels for scalp care.

 

Medicinal Benefits of Slippery Elm Powder

• ‎Soothes sore throat: Slippery Elm may help coat and calm throat irritation, and is traditionally used to prepare natural throat lozenges.
• Eases digestive issues: May help with acid reflux, bloating, and ulcers.
• May aid gut health: ‎Slippery Elm may relieve constipation (has natural laxative properties).
• ‎May help reduce inflammation,  especially in the gut and urinary tract.
• ‎Promotes skin healing: May help calm irritation, rashes, or mild burns.
• Eases vaginal dryness: Slippery Elm mucilage may help provide natural moisture.

 

How to Use Slippery Elm Powder for DIY Hair Care

Here are examples of some ways you can incorporate Slippery Elm Powder into your haircare routine (whether relaxed or natural hair).
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‎1. Detangling Hair Mask (Slip Treatment):
Mix 1-2 tablespoons of Slippery Elm Powder with warm water (or ALOE VERA juice,, or Aloe Vera Powder). Slowly add water, in small quantity at a time, until a thick paste forms.

Leave the mixture for 10–15 minutes to activate the mucilage (or gel). Then apply the mixture to damp hair, section by section, focusing on tangles. Leave itt on for 15–30 minutes, then rinse out thoroughly.

‎2. Scalp Soothing Paste or Gel:
‎Make a mucilage by mixing some Slippery Elm powder with hot water and stirring until it thickens.

Apply directly to the scalp to reduce dryness, itchiness, or irritation. Leave on for 20 minutes, then rinse.

‎3. Herbal Hair Mask Blend:
‎Combine Slippery Elm Powder with other Ayurvedic or strengthening herbs such as Amla Powder, Fenugreek Powder, or Hibiscus Powder (all are also available in stock here on ElsieOrganics).

‎To the mixture, add coconut milk or yogurt for added conditioning. Apply as a deep treatment once weekly.

4. Pre-Poo Treatment:
‎Mix some Slippery Elm Powder with water and a little oil (such as olive or castor oil).

‎Apply the mixture to hair before shampooing to protect strands and retain moisture.

5. Hydration & Gloss Mask: Aloe Vera Powder + Slippery Elm Powder = ultimate hair mask for moisture and shine.