Cosmetics, Costumes and Ornaments in Ancient India
by Remadevi. O. | 2009 | 54,177 words
This page relates ‘Use of Guggulu’ of the study on cosmetics, costumes and ornaments of ancient India based on Sanskrit sources. Chapter one deals with cosmetics and methods of enhancing beauty; Chapter two deals with costumes, garments and dresses; Chapter three deals with ornaments for humans and animals. Each chapter deals with their respective materials, types, preparation and trade, as prevalent in ancient Indian society.
1.17. Use of Guggulu
Twigs of Guggulu (Balsamodendron mukul Hook.) were usually used as incense. Kālaniryāsa, Jaṭāyu, Kauśika, Śiva, Mahiṣākṣa, Pura, Naktaṃcara and Durga are some synonyms of Guggulu mentioned in Dhanvantarī-nighaṇṭu[1]. According to the text, Guggulu serves to enhance beauty.