Haldi and Kumkum

Haldi: Most commonly turmeric has been used as a spice, a coloring agent, in ayurvedic medicines, in riturals and is a must in every Indian household. Kumkum: Kumkum is a powder used for social and religious markings in India. It is made from dried turmeric powder with a slaked lime, which turn the rich yellow powder into a red colour.