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  • Everything about the color Indigo

    Everything about the color Indigo

    Indigo, found between blue and violet in the color wheel, is a natural pigment that comes from plants and is traditionally considered one of the 7 major spectral colors. The indigo hex code is #4B0082.
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  • The Problem With Natural Indigo

    The Problem With Natural Indigo

    I’ve held off for some time writing a piece like this because I’m wary of coming across as targeting competitor brands - but it’s time to put this out there. This piece isn’t attacking anyone dyer or brand in particular, but the amount of cheap natural indigo dyed items I’m seeing is cause for concern.Natural dyers have a dirty secret, and it’s something which isn’t talked about nearly enough. They’re making garments that are toxic, unethical and in short - duping customers into believing they’re doing the right thing when they absolutely are not.
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  • Indigo Powder: Amazing Benefits, Methods And Ways To Use This Natural Hair Colour

    Indigo Powder: Amazing Benefits, Methods And Ways To Use This Natural Hair Colour

    Indigo (Indigofera tinctoria) is a herb that belongs to a species of the bean family. It is one of the oldest known dyes that was used extensively as a natural colouring agent and medicine. It is an indigenous plant to Asia and parts of Africa. Indigo powder is obtained from the crushed leaves of the plant that serves as organic dye not only for hair but for all types of fabrics. Indigo was valued as a precious good and referred to as ‘blue gold’. Over the time, people discovered the use of indigo to colour hair naturally and the dye became famous as Indigo hair colour.  Packed with several natural components indigo powder strengthen hair follicles and renders a natural black colour to the hair.
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  • The Discovery of the Indigo Plant and Dye

    The Discovery of the Indigo Plant and Dye

    Indigo is a tropical plant that belongs to the genus Indigofera. It has pinnate leaves and clusters of red, white, purple, or yellow flowers. Indigo is also a blue vat dye obtained from the indigo plant. The dye was first introduced into international trade from India during the Greco-Roman era. The Greeks named it Ινδικόν meaning Indian or from India because they were infatuated with this deep shade of blue as were other Europeans. The word was adopted to Latin as indicum.
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  • What is indigo?

    What is indigo?

    Indigo is the name of a large family of deciduous shrubs, identified in modern scientific nomenclature as part of the genus Indigofera. This genus encompasses many hundreds of species of indigo, most of which flourish in tropical areas like India, Africa, and Latin America. Some species are native to subtropical climates, however, and flourish in places like the coastal regions of the American southeast.Indigo is also the name of an organic blue dye extracted from the leaves a number of plants around the world. For many thousands of years, humans have used this dye to impart a lasting blue color to a wide variety of textiles. From the humble vestments of blue-collar laborers, to royal robes, to tapestries and other artistic expressions, indigo is deeply imbedded in the long history of human culture.
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  • The History of Indigo Dyeing

    The History of Indigo Dyeing

    It’s easy to forget that indigo used to be a rare commodity. Only a few centuries back, this mysterious dyestuff was so exclusive that only royalty and the aristocracy could afford it. It was imported with great difficulty from far-off colonies, which earned indigo a status similar to that of tea, coffee, silk or even gold.144 years ago, a Bavarian immigrant patented the very first pair of blue jeans, and introduced them to the world. The global success story of the dark blue worker’s trousers made of durable denim is relatively well known. But what about their continuously changing blue colour, which has persistently fascinated us humans for such a long time?Heritage Post editor, Mathias Lösel, asks and answers that question in issue no. 21 of the German cult magazine for rugged men’s culture.
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  • Fascinating Things You Didn't Know About Indigo

    Fascinating Things You Didn't Know About Indigo

    Do your hands need some healing TLC? Grab the Indigo Soothing Hand Cream, which is a concentrated dose of indigo, silk extracts, and squalane for a restorative, softening treatment.We’re indigo mega-fans, from indigo facts to indigo dye sources (especially Japanese indigo dye!) to therapeutic indigo skincare products, we love to celebrate indigo and all its beauty. We hope you feel inspired to discover a way to appreciate and celebrate the ancient art form.
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  • Indigo Plant Uses In Different Area

    Indigo Plant Uses In Different Area

    Several indigo plant varieties have been used medicinally, however, true indigo is the most commonly utilized varieties and was popular with the Chinese to clean the liver, detoxify the blood, reduce inflammation, alleviate pain, and reduce fever.Some indigo plants, however, like creeping indigo (Indigofera endecaphylla), are slightly toxic. These indigo plants poison grazing livestock. Other indigo plant varieties, when consumed by humans, can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and even death.
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  • More than a fabric dye: Japanese Indigo and its benefits and uses

    More than a fabric dye: Japanese Indigo and its benefits and uses

    The indigo plants are not only used to produce color dyes, different parts of the plant like leaves, flowers, stalks, and even seeds of the versatile plant are edible and they can be used to produce high quality tea. Indigo tea has great nutritious value and it comes with a fragrant aroma and enhances the enjoyment of the tea with a vibrant shade of blue.Try the specialindigo tea by Atelier Aiakane, a tea farm in Nagasaki that produces indigo tea leaves naturally, without using any chemicals, and hand pick and pack their tea products. If you enjoy Japanese tea, check out Kokoro Cares’ exclusive“Ryu” Care Package that comes with a curated selection of Japanese green and specialty teas.
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  • Indigo Plant Varieties: Learn About Different Indigo Plants

    Indigo Plant Varieties: Learn About Different Indigo Plants

    The popular color “indigo” is named after several plants in the genus Indigofera. These varieties of indigo are famous for the natural blue colors obtained from the plant leaves used to make a natural dye. Some indigo plant varieties are used medicinally, while others are beautiful and ornamental. Read on for more indigo plant information and an overview of the different indigo plants.
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  • Plant of the Month: Indigo

    Plant of the Month: Indigo

    Theicon indicates free access to the linked research on JSTOR.In December 2022, the world’s leading denim brand, Levi Strauss & Co., reportedly invested more than four million dollars in Stony Creek Colors, a regenerative agriculture firm that grows indigo, the original plant source of the blue dye that has made denim jeans recognizable across the globe. The partnership, which has attracted media attention over the past few years, should promote sustainable plant-based indigo dyes that will reverse the toxic effects of the carbon-intensive production of synthetic dyes that currently dominate the market. But while companies like Levi Strauss now seek to partner with sustainable agricultural projects, the story of indigo cultivation has not always been one of environmental preservation and care. Instead, for many centuries, the cultivation of indigo was a prime example of colonial exploitation.
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  • Things You Need To Know About Sulphur Black-buy indigo black color

    Things You Need To Know About Sulphur Black-buy indigo black color

    The pro Sulfur black crystal is a synthetic dye that belongs to the sulfur dye family. It is commonly used in the textile industry for dyeing cotton fibers as it provides a deep black color. Sulfide Black Crystal is known for its excellent color fastness, which means it will not fade even after repeated washing or exposure to sunlight. It is also cost-effective and widely available in the market.
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