Description
Kumkuma is usually applied on the forehead of women symbolising prosperity and wellness. Made out of Sastraic requirements for preparing kumkuma by mixing right proportions of turmeric and other natural substances in right proportions to produce the dark red colour Performing Archana to the female deities – Sri Lakshmi, Sri Durga and Sri Saraswathi brings blessings in abundance. Sharing Kumkuma to sumangalis, sukanyas during Navaratri and during auspicious occasions is a tradition.