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Timeless Kumkumadi Oil

Timeless Kumkumadi Oil

A potent blend for luminous skin
A miracle skin tonic, this oil works wonders to nourish, moisturize and brighten the skin.

Considered to be a miracle skin tonic, this oil works wonders to nourish, moisturize and brighten the skin. 

Slow-crafted over 7 days. This luxurious oil blends saffron, lotus and 32 other hand-picked super herbs. Rich in tradition and transformative in effect, it leaves the complexion smooth, even-toned, and luminous.

Award Winner: Vogue Beauty Awards 2021 · Global Spa Awards 2023 · Elle Beauty Awards 2024 · Earth Day Beauty Awards 2025

  • Visibly brightens and evens skin tone
  • Reduces the appearance of fine lines
  • Deeply nourishes and replenishes moisture

Tri-Dosha | All Skin Types
Oil / 18 ml

Tri-Dosha

For all
skin types

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Vegan
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Why You Need This
Reduces appearance of dark spots and hyperpigmentation.
Natural anti-aging alternative.
Hydrates and enhances radiance all day.
Real user results
Tried and tested*
  • 100% felt more moisturized and hydrated
  • 98% said their skin looks 10 years younger
  • 100% noticed boost skin firmness, elasticity & plumpness

*Based on a survey with 55 customers

  • Description

    Discover the timeless beauty secret of Kumkumadi Oil, an ancient Ayurvedic elixir renowned for its transformative benefits. This handcrafted blend deeply nourishes, moisturizes, and brightens your skin, revealing a radiant complexion. Enriched with saffron, lotus, and 32 other carefully selected flowers and herbs, it delivers powerful antioxidants and nutrients for healthier, more youthful-looking skin.

    Considered a miracle skin tonic, the Timeless Kumkumadi Oil is a handmade, time-tested Ayurvedic beauty recipe that combines the virtues of saffron, lotus, and 32 other hand-picked nourishing flowers and herbs in a naturally occurring micro-emulsion, offering rich skin benefits.

  • Key ingredients

    Saffron - Red Gold

    Has antioxidants such as carotenoids and crocetin which naturally moisturize, refresh and brighten skin.

    Red Sandalwood

    Red Sandalwood is a powerful skin antiseptic that helps clear blackheads, tighten enlarged pores, and tackles the appearance of early fine lines.

    Manjistha

    Invigorates and purifies the skin deeply while providing antioxidants and soothing benefits.

    Lotus

    Relaxing, soothing and calming, and also generate feelings of kindness, forgiveness and happiness.

    Turmeric

    Brightens and purifies skin, rich in antioxidants and renowned for its ability to fight inflammation.

    Licorice

    A rich source of antioxidants and is exceptional in its ability to naturally brighten the skin. (Also known as Glabridin).

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    Timeless Kumkumadi Oil full ingredients
    Original
    Sesame oil; A2 Milk; Sandalwood EO, Vetiver EO, Pink Lotus EO; Turmeric Oil, Xanthophylls, Crambe Oil, Beta-Carotene, Tocopherol, Rosemary Leaf Extract; Licorice; Red Sandalwood powder; Turmeric extract; Vetiver extract; Symplocos bark; Indian Bay leaf; Wild Himalayan cherry; Lotus; Costus root; Shellac; Indian Barberry; Cobra Saffron; Forest flame; Large leaf beauty berry; Indian Fig Tree; Black Mustard; Greater galangal; Eagle wood; Sweet flag; Saffron; Sandalwood; Sappanwood/ Indian Redwood; Red Ochre; Clove scented echites/ Malati; Beeswax; Manjista powder; Manjista extract

    Rose Scent
    Sesame oil; A2 Milk; Sandalwood EO, Vetiver EO, Pink Lotus EO; Turmeric Oil, Xanthophylls, Crambe Oil, Beta-Carotene, Tocopherol, Rosemary Leaf Extract; Licorice; Red Sandalwood powder; Turmeric extract; Vetiver extract; Symplocos bark; Indian Bay leaf; Wild Himalayan cherry; Lotus; Costus root; Shellac; Indian Barberry; Cobra Saffron; Forest flame; Large leaf beauty berry; Indian Fig Tree; Black Mustard; Greater galangal; Eagle wood; Sweet flag; Saffron; Sandalwood; Sappanwood/ Indian Redwood; Red Ochre; Clove scented echites/ Malati; Beeswax; Manjista powder; Manjista extract
  • How to use

    Dispense 1-2 pumps into your palm and massage over your cleansed face and neck daily, morning and night.

    It can be applied after the Daily Repair and Anti-Age Serums if desired, avoiding the eye area.

    Measure: 18 ml

  • Shipping & returns

    FREE shipping | Shipping Time

    Shipping from our Maryland Facility, within 1 business day and delivered within 3-5 business days.

    Returns

    100% Satisfaction Guaranteed.
    Return within 30 days of receipt for a full refund.

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    USPS, UPS, FedEx

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Awards

Best DIY Facial
Beauty Award 2024
Vogue Beauty
Best Face Oil/Hair Oil
For Philanthropy
Best Face Oil/Serum
Best Ayurvedic Line
Most Philanthropic
Best Conscious Beauty
Beauty Award Winner
Product Award
Best DIY Facial
Beauty Award 2024
Vogue Beauty
Best Face Oil/Hair Oil
For Philanthropy
Best Face Oil/Serum
Best Ayurvedic Line
Most Philanthropic
Best Conscious Beauty
Beauty Award Winner
Product Award

Centuries of Tradition, Handcrafted with Love

Centuries of Tradition, Handcrafted with Love

Shankara's Kumkumadi oil is made using a traditional Ayurvedic process called "Taila Paka," which involves slowly infusing a blend of herbs, including saffron (kumkuma), into organic sesame oil over several days, creating a natural micro-emulsion with rich skin benefits; this process typically includes an initial herbal infusion phase ("kashaya") and a simmering of certain ingredients in milk ("kalka") before combining with the oil mixture; the whole process is done by hand-stirring over low heat.

The Deep Cleanse Treatment addresses common skin issues such as excess oil, impurities, and sensitivity, providing a gentle yet effective cleansing solution.

For all
skin types

Inspired
by Ayurveda

100%
Natural

Non-toxic

GMO free

Made in
Small Batches

Made
in USA

Multiple Award
Winning

Hydration: Navigating the Challenges of Dry Skin

For many, the struggle with dry, dehydrated skin is a daily challenge. As we move through our hectic routines, our skin frequently endures the consequences of neglecting hydration, resulting in discomfort, tightness, and irritation. Traditional creams can often leave an unwelcome greasy residue, while the need for constant reapplication of multiple products only adds to the frustration.

  • All-in-One Elixir: Hydration, firming, and anti-aging in a single application.
  • Fast-Absorbing: Non-greasy texture allows for immediate layering with makeup.
  • Simplified Routine: Replaces the need for multiple serums and creams.

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Complete the ritual

A complete skincare regime goes beyond surface-level care. Each step of a complete skincare routine plays a crucial role in ensuring your skin’s health and vitality.

Step 2 - Exfoliate
Step 1 - Cleanse
Step 3 - Repair
Step 4 - Regenerate
Step 5 - Protect
100% natural
Ayurveda inspired
100% net profits donated
Cruelty-Free
chemical free
lightweight texture
Vegan-Friendly
Deeply hydrating
100% natural
Ayurveda inspired
100% net profits donated
Cruelty-Free
chemical free
lightweight texture
Vegan-Friendly
Deeply hydrating

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Crocus sativus

Saffron is manually harvested from the stigma of the Crocus sativus flower. This delicate process involves carefully hand-picking the threads, as each flower produces only a few red-orange stigmas. These threads are then dried to preserve their potent flavor, aroma, and medicinal properties. Due to the labor-intensive nature of harvesting, saffron is one of the most expensive spices in the world.

Saffron, known as "red gold," is a precious spice rich in antioxidants like carotenoids and crocetin, which naturally brighten, tone, and rejuvenate the skin. It takes nearly 150 flowers to produce just one gram of dried saffron threads. Historically used by ancient Greeks, Egyptians, and Indians for its medicinal properties, saffron purifies and refreshes the skin. Its effects lighten the complexion, promote even-toned skin, and impart a radiant, healthy glow.

Pterocarpus santalinus

Red sandalwood is extracted by finely powdering and infusing the heartwood, preserving its rich, aromatic essence. This meticulous process ensures the retention of its potent properties, allowing it to deliver its renowned soothing, clarifying, and rejuvenating benefits.

Red sandalwood, renowned for its potent antiseptic properties, works to deeply purify the skin by clearing blackheads, tightening enlarged pores, and minimizing the appearance of early fine lines. Its natural astringent qualities leave the skin feeling refreshed, toned, and rejuvenated.

Rubia cordifolia / Indian Madder

Manjistha is extracted through decoction, a method that enhances its potency for skincare and wellness applications.

Manjistha, also known as Indian madder, is a revered Ayurvedic herb known for its potent purifying, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties. Traditionally used to cleanse and purify the blood, liver, and lymphatic system, it is considered a powerful rasayana, promoting rejuvenation and renewal. Particularly beneficial for pitta conditions, manjistha soothes the skin while supporting its natural renewal process. With its deep-cleansing and soothing qualities, it helps combat acne and skin rashes while maintaining balance and vitality.

Nelumbo nucifera

Relaxing, soothing and calming and known to generate feelings of kindness, forgiveness and happiness. 

Curcuma longa

Turmeric (Curcuma longa) is native to South Asia, particularly India and Southeast Asia. It thrives in tropical climates with high rainfall and is widely cultivated in India, China, Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and parts of Africa and Central America. India is the largest producer and exporter of turmeric, where it has been used for traditional medicine, cooking, and religious rituals.

Turmeric root, widely celebrated in Ayurveda for over 4,000 years, is a powerful natural remedy with holistic benefits for the body and skin. Known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, turmeric helps reduce hyperpigmentation, dark spots, and dullness, while promoting a radiant, even-toned complexion. It soothes irritation and sensitive skin conditions like eczema and rosacea, and its antibacterial properties fight acne, prevent breakouts, and reduce scars. Additionally, turmeric aids in wound healing, helping to repair cuts, scars, and minor burns. With its versatile skin benefits, turmeric is commonly found in face masks, serums, creams, and Ayurvedic skincare formulations for its radiance-boosting, healing, and anti-aging properties.

Licorice

Also known as Glabridin, Licorice is exceptional in its ability to brighten the skin naturally and is a rich source of antioxidants.

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  • Licorice

    Also known as Glabridin, Licorice is exceptional in its ability to brighten the skin naturally and is a rich source of antioxidants.

What makes us stand out from others

We Believe In

  • 100% Natural Ingredients
  • Toxin Free
  • Organic Oils
  • Cold Pressed
  • Sustainable
  • Wildcrafted
  • Potent Actives
  • Cruelty Free

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  • Paraben
  • Silicones
  • Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
  • Formaldehyde
  • Alcohol
  • Carbomer
  • Synthetic Fragrance
  • Animal Testing

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Frequently asked questions

  • What makes the Timeless Kumkumadi Oil different?
    The Timeless Kumkumadi Oil is crafted using an authentic Ayurvedic beauty recipe, combining 32 deeply nourishing flowers and herbs, along with saffron, lotus, and turmeric, to provide exceptional skin benefits.
  • Is the Timeless Kumkumadi Oil suitable for all skin types?
    Yes, the Timeless Kumkumadi Oil is formulated to be beneficial for all skin types, making it a versatile addition to your skincare routine.
  • How does the Timeless Kumkumadi Oil help with pigmentation?
    The oil's key ingredients, particularly licorice and saffron, are known for their skin-brightening properties, helping to reduce the appearance of pigmentation and promote an even skin tone.
  • Will this facial oil clog my pores?
    No, all Shankara products, including this oil, are non-comedogenic, meaning they will not clog your pores.
  • Should I apply a moisturizer on top of this oil?
    The oil acts as a moisturizer itself. However, if your skin needs additional hydration, you can apply a thin layer of cream on top.
  • Can I use Timeless Kumkumadi Oil both morning and night?
    Yes, for optimal results, it is recommended to cleanse and apply the oil to your skin twice a day, in the morning and at night.
  • Can I use this oil under makeup?
    Yes, the Timeless Kumkumadi Oil can be used under makeup. It absorbs quickly and provides a hydrated base for a smoother makeup application.

why shankara?

Shankara is committed to making the world a better place by donating 100% of net profits to impactful initiatives

Shankara is committed to making the world a better place by donating 100% of net profits to impactful initiatives

In the USA, we support the IAHV’s SKY Schools program to help kids K-12 overcome anxiety and gain self-confidence and the Project Welcome Home Troops program helping veterans overcome PTSD. Globally, we support initiatives empowering girls and women through education.

Our dedication extends beyond skincare, fostering positive change and uplifting communities worldwide.