Rakta Chandana
Red Sandalwood · Red Sandalwood (Pterocarpus santalinus)
The Varnya herb that cools, calms, and clarifies active skin.
Classical Ayurvedic
Heritage.
A Varnya and Pitta-pacifying herb native to the Eastern Ghats of southern India. Non-aromatic deep red heartwood. Sheeta virya (cold potency), balances Kapha and Pitta. One of Ayurveda’s most documented anti-inflammatory and skin-clarifying herbs, referenced across Charaka, Sushruta, and Siddha traditions.
Evidence-Based
Validation.
Its key compounds have been found to reduce inflammation and oxidative stress across multiple study models. A topical gel formulation showed significant reduction in inflammatory swelling, with results comparable to a standard anti-inflammatory gel in a published study.
Purpose-Driven
Formulation.
Sweat is alkaline, friction generates heat, and physical load triggers localised inflammation — all Pitta-aggravating conditions. Rakta Chandana’s cold potency and anti-inflammatory action cool, calm, and reduce post-exertional skin inflammation. Its Varnya action supports even tone and skin clarity under conditions of repeated physical stress.
Key Benefits
for Active Skin.
Reduces inflammation and oxidative stress from sweat and friction
Cools and calms post-exertional skin inflammation
Supports even tone and skin clarity under repeated physical stress
Provides antibacterial defence for sport-stressed skin
Balances Kapha and Pitta through cold potency action
Products Featuring
Rakta Chandana.
Rakta Chandana is just
the beginning.
Every Thavare formula combines multiple Ayurvedic actives — each chosen to complement the others and address the unique demands of active, movement-oriented skin. Explore the full collection.