ورق السدر

Sidr Leaves (Lote Tree)

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Crushed leaves of the lote tree mixed into water, historically used for ritual washing (ghusl) and noted for cleansing effects on skin and scalp.

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اغْسِلْنَهَا بِمَاءٍ وَسِدْرٍ

“Wash her [the deceased] with water and sidr.” (meaning, not a literal translation)

Sahih al-Bukhari 1253 Sahih

Sidr-water washes are also mentioned in instructions for the major ritual bath (ghusl) after specific conditions.

Ibn al-Qayyim's Commentary

Ibn al-Qayyim notes sidr's cleansing, mildly astringent quality, useful for oily or irritated skin and scalp conditions, and its pleasant residual scent.

Caution

Patch-test before wider topical use; can dry sensitive skin with repeated use.