Shat Dhauta Ghrita: The Ancient '100 Times Washed Ghee' Secret Behind Our Ghee Malam
At Narad Ayurveda, every product carries the wisdom of generations. Founded in 1940 by Vaidyaraj Naradlal Rangeeldas Soneji — a physician so revered he earned the title Vaidyaraj, meaning "King among Physicians" — our formulations are not shortcuts. They are rituals.
Our bestselling Ghee Malam is the perfect example. At its heart lies one of Ayurveda's most extraordinary preparations: Shat Dhauta Ghrita — ghee that has been washed, not once, not ten times, but one hundred times.
What Is Shat Dhauta Ghrita?
Shat means one hundred. Dhauta means washed. Ghrita means ghee. Together, Shat Dhauta Ghrita is a classical Ayurvedic preparation described in ancient texts like the Ashtanga Hridayam and Charaka Samhita.
Pure cow's ghee is washed repeatedly in cold water — each time by hand, in a copper vessel, using a specific circular motion. With every wash, the ghee transforms. It becomes lighter, whiter, and silkier. Its texture shifts from a golden fat to something that feels almost like a cool, healing cream.
This is not just a process — it is a meditation in patience and precision.
Why Does Washing Ghee 100 Times Matter?
Modern science is beginning to understand what Ayurvedic physicians knew centuries ago. The repeated washing process:
- Reduces the heavy, oily nature of ghee, making it non-comedogenic and suitable even for sensitive or acne-prone skin
- Enhances its cooling properties (Sheeta Virya in Ayurveda), making it deeply soothing for inflammation, redness, and irritation
- Increases bioavailability — the skin absorbs the washed ghee far more readily than regular ghee
- Removes impurities progressively, leaving behind only the purest, most therapeutic essence
The result is a balm that does not sit on the skin — it becomes part of it.
Ayurvedic Skin Care Principles Behind Ghee Malam
Ayurveda views the skin as a living, breathing organ that reflects your inner balance. Healthy skin, according to classical texts, should be snigdha (unctuous/moisturised), shlakshna (smooth), prasanna (radiant), and sukumara (delicate).
Ghee Malam is formulated around three core Ayurvedic principles:
1. Snehana (Oleation)
Fats are the foundation of Ayurvedic skin care. They nourish the Twak (skin tissue) at a cellular level, preventing dryness, cracking, and premature ageing. Shat Dhauta Ghrita is the finest oleating agent in classical Ayurveda.
2. Sheeta (Cooling)
Many skin conditions — eczema, rashes, sunburn, inflammation — are aggravated by excess Pitta (heat). The cooling nature of 100-times-washed ghee directly pacifies Pitta, bringing relief where other creams may aggravate.
3. Rasayana (Rejuvenation)
Ghee is classified as a Rasayana — a substance that rejuvenates tissues and slows degeneration. Regular use supports the skin's natural renewal cycle, keeping it youthful and resilient.
From Vaidyaraj's Dispensary to Your Hands
When Vaidyaraj Naradlal Soneji established Narad Aushadh Bhandar in 1940, he insisted that every preparation meet the standards of classical Ayurvedic texts — no compromises, no shortcuts. That philosophy lives on in every jar of Ghee Malam we prepare today.
We still follow the traditional process. We still believe that the best natural skin care India has to offer is not found in a laboratory — it is found in the wisdom of our ancestors, carefully preserved and passed down through 85+ years of practice.
Who Is Ghee Malam For?
Ghee Malam is suitable for all skin types and is particularly beneficial for:
- Dry, cracked, or flaky skin
- Sensitive or reactive skin prone to redness
- Eczema, psoriasis, and dermatitis (as a complementary care)
- Chapped lips and heels
- Post-sun exposure soothing
- Baby skin care (gentle and chemical-free)
- Ageing skin seeking natural nourishment
Experience the Difference That 100 Washes Make
In a world of instant solutions and synthetic ingredients, Ghee Malam stands apart — not because it is trendy, but because it is timeless. The Ayurvedic skin care balm your grandmother may have used, now available to you, made with the same devotion it always was.
— The Narad Ayurveda Family, carrying forward the legacy of Vaidyaraj since 1940.
