The pursuit of a genuinely healthy lifestyle extends beyond diet and into every aspect of self-care, including cosmetics. As an advocate for all things healthy and homemade, even my choice of kajal must align with my commitment to chemical-free living. This homemade, therapeutic *surma*-cum-*kajal* is a perfect fit for that ethos. My fascination with traditional Punjabi *surma* dates back to a time when it was valued not just for beauty, but for its therapeutic properties. Historically, our mothers and grandmothers insisted on its daily use for children, believing it acted as a coolant for the eyes and offered protection. I have worn *kajal* since childhood, transitioning over the years to various branded products. However, during a recent shopping trip, my mother-in-law, Gitanjali Mishra, challenged the necessity of purchasing commercially produced *kajal*, pointing out their long-standing tradition of making it at home. That simple observation provided me with a valuable new recipe, ...
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