Alright, so today I wanna talk about something I tried out – making pure chandan powder. Yeah, you heard that right, the stuff used in those fancy face masks and religious ceremonies. I always wondered how they make it, so I decided to give it a shot myself. I grabbed a piece of sandalwood from a local store, it wasn’t cheap, I tell ya, but the smell was just heavenly.
Getting Started
First off, I needed something to grind the wood with. I don’t have any fancy equipment, so I just used a rough stone I found in my backyard. I washed it thoroughly, of course. No one wants dirt in their chandan, right?
- Get the sandalwood: Make sure it’s real sandalwood, not some scented wood.
- Find a grinding stone: A rough surface is what you need.
- Clean the stone: Hygiene is important, folks!
The Grinding Process
Now, the fun part – grinding! I started rubbing the sandalwood against the stone, using a bit of water to make it easier. It took forever! My arms were aching, and I was sweating like crazy. But the aroma that filled my kitchen was incredible, so I kept going. Slowly but surely, I saw a paste forming on the stone. This was it – the chandan paste!
I kept grinding until I had enough paste. It wasn’t as smooth as the store-bought stuff, but hey, I made it myself. I scraped it off the stone and put it in a small container. I felt like a real craftsman, you know? Even my wife was impressed, she said, “you know what you are doing” .
Using the Homemade Chandan
I tried the paste on my skin, just a little bit on my arm. It felt cool and soothing, and the smell was so relaxing. I even mixed it with some rose water and used it as a face mask. My skin felt amazing afterward! I understood why people love this stuff so much.
So, there you have it – my adventure in making pure chandan powder. It was a lot of work, but totally worth it. If you’re ever curious, give it a try. Just be prepared for a good arm workout!
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