What is the manufacturing process?

• Zero Waste Manufacturing: Our commitment to a circular economy means minimizing waste and maximizing resource efficiency. We design zero-waste manufacturing processes. • Micro-Unit Network: This scalable model utilizes multiple, geographically distributed production units. This minimizes transportation and packaging needs while allowing for rapid scale-up. • Sustainable Production: Our cost-effective, handmade process eliminates the need for heat or heavy machinery. This minimizes capital expenditure while prioritizing responsible, local production By combining these elements, PraanaPoorna establishes a unique business model. It's a model that prioritizes social responsibility, sustainability, and offering effective, eco-friendly products. It's a model with a positive impact on communities and the environment • From berry to bottle, we control every step. Our unique process transforms raw soapnuts into a gentle, effective shampoo, without any synthetic bases.

What are the ingredients/materials you use?

PraanaPoorna manufactures new Bio-based natural products with locally sourced raw origin materials to replace the petrochemical-based products. Praanapoorna products are handcrafted and made using natural, locally sourced raw materials like citrus peels, soapnut, shikakai and pure essential oils. Various natural and traditional ingredients used by PraanaPoorna in order to create natural products - These are Natural Enzymes produced by effective microorganisms naturally present in Citrus peels.

How do you source your raw materials/ ingredients?

we develop inhouse innovative products and manufacturing process by Revitalizing traditional ingredients (Sambrani Tree resins, Shikakai) for hygiene products and immunity boosters. ensure shelf life without preservatives Develop postbiotic enzymes for ecosystem restoration using local alternatives to replace harmful petrochemicals. - We only use south indian Soapnuts to ensure localization and source it from local farms and forest produce of karnataka - Essential oils used for fragrance are extracts from herbs - We source from distillers who extract essential oils from herbs grown by local farmers - Citrus peels are sourced from Juice centers and local markets that are otherwise not edible for livestock or easy to compost - Jaggery is sourced from natural farmers directly, we only use black jaggery that has not been bleached. - Skin butters and body oils are made with Coconut oil grown on our own natural farm and healing Beeswax or seed butters and tree resins from forest NTFP.

During its life and beyond, can your products be repurposed or composted at home?

A lot of care has been taken to ensure that the products are easily digestible by the earth after use. The water used with Praanapoorna products naturally rejuvenates the soil and water. They act as natural fertilizer for plants or naturally clean drains, depending on the end use of the product. Our products contribute to safe living spaces, inviting more life force into our lives. Praanapoorna is dedicated to promoting the adoption of a natural and zero landfill lifestyle by supplying in repurposed containers after proper disinfection. Containers can be reused

Smitha Kamath, a former polymer engineer, worked for 16 years in the corporate sector, experienced the emotional trauma of witnessing her two-year-old daughter suffer from acute skin allergies. Determined to address the root cause rather than simply treating the symptoms, Smitha embarked on a journey of discovery, studying the products used by her family and their impact on well-being.