Medicinal uses of shikakai For Shine and softness For Dandruff For Stronger, thicker hair. Shikakai contains saponin which generates lather with water. Shikakai has been used in India from ages as a natural hair wash and conditioner. Shikakai imparts shine and body to hair,and has a balancing effect on irritated scalp and dandruff. Directions to Use: Wet your hair and scalp, Make a paste of the online qulity store Shikakai Powder and apply this on to your hair and scalp, Gently massage it on your head, Leave it on your hair for a few minutes, Rinse off all the powder thoroughly.