FAQ

Ayurvastra is a cool word that comes from two other words- Ayur (which means Health) and Vastra (which means Fabrics). So basically, Ayurvastra means Healthy Fabrics. It's a super old technique of dyeing textiles using special medicinal herbs. The whole idea of Ayurvastra was brought back to life by a project that was presented to The Government of Kerala. They wanted to make fabrics that were good for the environment by using Ayurvedic herbs to dye them. This technique was used on Balaramapuram handloom fabrics.

Ayurvastra is a concept from ancient times where dyed cloths were used for Ayurvedic treatment. The idea was that the skin could absorb the medicinal benefits of herbs through the clothing. This practice was common in India before chemicals were used in the textile industry.

One of the cool things about Ayurvastra is that the fabrics are hand-loomed and hand-dyed. This helps create job opportunities for weavers, farmers, and artisans. Plus, we make sure to follow ethical fair trade practices.

All the fabrics used in Ayurvastra are treated with herbs for general wellness. We stick to the ancient method of dyeing using Ayurvedic herbs. We have two types of Ayurvastra: one for general well-being and one for specific Ayurvedic purposes.

Ayurvastra is part of Ayurveda, an ancient Indian healthcare system that's over 5,000 years old. We bring back safe and eco-friendly traditional dyeing methods using herbs. By sticking to traditional technology, Ayurvastra can help solve problems in agriculture, textiles, and the environment.

We have our farmland and some of the herbs are cultivated there. Other herbs are collected from the farmers living in Kerala and TamilNadu.

Our skin is like a shield that protects our body. When we wear conventional clothing, our skin can absorb harmful chemicals. But with Ayurvastra, the natural dyes contain wellness properties from herbs that can strengthen our skin and help it resist harmful substances..

One of the cool things about Ayurvastra is that the fabrics are hand-loomed and hand-dyed. This helps create job opportunities for weavers, farmers, and artisans. Plus, we make sure to follow ethical fair trade practices.

Ayurvastra fabrics are made from completely organic materials that are certified by authorities. We use natural fibers like cotton, wool, silk, bamboo, coir, linen, jute, and hemp to create our fabrics.

The color of fabrics dyed with natural dyes can maintain its vibrancy for an extended period when properly cared for. Factors such as exposure to sunlight, frequency of washing, and the type of fabric used can all impact the longevity of the color.

Ayurvastra exclusively utilizes natural fibers such as cotton, linen, wool, jute, silk, and coir for its products. We prioritize the use of pure and organic cotton to achieve the best results in our dyeing process

We offer 12 different shades in Ayurvastra, including Yellow, Green, Blue, Orange, Red, Khaki, Pink, Black, Natural White, Brown, Grey, and Ivory. The shades may vary depending on factors like the ratio of herbs used, the season, climate, and region.

To care for your Ayurvastra products, wash them separately with bleach-free detergent, use a gentle cycle on the washing machine, warm iron if needed, steam is ideal, and always dry them in the shade.

Online Retailers

If you prefer shopping online, there are several retailers that specialize in Ayurvastra clothing. Make sure to read reviews and check the retailer's credentials to ensure you are getting the real deal.

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Ayurvedic Centers

Some Ayurvedic centers and spas also sell Ayurvastra clothing as part of their wellness offerings. These garments are often made with healing herbs and plants to promote health and well-being.