Kyauk Pyin

 

Like olive oil which has been used throughout the world for thousands of years as a beauty product, THANAKHA (Tree Bark) has been used in like manner from the time of the ancient kings of Myanmar. It is still in use today in the form of a new and updated natural cosmetic. It is said that in the courts of the Myanmar kings special stewards were appointed specifically for the daily preparation of THANAKHA.

Up to this day it is said that when THANAKHA is applied, children look cute, girls become charming and are more attractive and elderly people look healthier.

 

The bark which protects the plant from insects plays an important role and has an additional protective layer over it. After 6 to 10 years the tree will be cut down and a new tree will grow from the stump. During the felling of the tree it is important that the roots are not damaged in any way and it is not uncommon for a new tree to grow 3 to 5 times from
the same roots




For attendance of traditional Myanmar religious ceremonies THANAKHA (Tree Bark) is a compulsory beautifying agent for both boys and girls which has been culturally acceptable for centuries. It is deep rooted in Myanmar culture in many ways for example the women of Rakhine State have a competition during the Water Festival in the use of THANAKHA. It is commonly used as an aromatic substance at many religious festivals by the young and old and people are willing to pay high prices for the finest qualities of THANAKHA.
   

LIBRA COMPANY LIMITED
No.66 Kaba Aye Pagoda Road,04-402 Yuzana Tower
Bahan Township,Yangon ,Myanmar
Tel:(95) 074081 / Fax : (95) 1-559056
E-mail : Libra@mptmail.net.mm