The Kacip Fatimah Extract, often referred to as Keachi Huatima in certain regions, holds a position of great significance and is regarded as being on a par with Dong Ge Ali in terms of its value and traditional uses. It has earned the esteemed reputation of being the "Sacred feminine product" within the cultural and traditional medicine frameworks. In the Malay community, it has been an integral part of the traditional knowledge and practices for generations. Malay women have long utilized Kacip Fatimah to enhance various aspects of their well-being. In terms of physical appearance, it is believed to have properties that contribute to breast enhancement, helping to promote a more shapely and fuller bust line. Moreover, it is highly regarded for its purported beauty-enhancing effects, which may include improving the complexion, adding a healthy glow to the skin, and enhancing overall attractiveness. Beyond the physical realm, it is also thought to invigorate the body, boosting vitality levels and providing a sense of increased energy and stamina. This, in turn, is associated with the perception of maintaining a youthful state and potentially even contributing to longevity, as it is believed to support the body's natural rejuvenation processes and overall health and resilience.
Kacip fatimah has been known for along time as a medicine or antiseptic for feminine reproductive system. It delivers benefits as help to firm and tone abdominal muscles after giving birth; reduce painful menstruation and natural aphrodisiac boost. Kacip fatimah can be taken as a drink or used in external body. In external use, it can kill infectious bacteria and prevent from yeast infection, and it has been proved that kacip fatimah has benefit in resume the elasticity in vagina muscle. Extract from this herb is usually served in capsules and pills. A concoction made from boiling the plant in water is given to women in labour to hasten delivery of their babies. In other medicinal preparations, it can treat gonorrhoea, dysentery and eliminate excessive gas in the body.
Traditionally, it is used in Borneo for enhancing vitality, overcome tiredness and help to tone vaginal muscles for women:
1. Helps establish a regular menstrual cycle when periods fail to appear for reasons like stress, illness or when the pill is discontinued.
2. Prevents cramping, water retention and irritability for those with painful periods.
3. Balances, builds and harmonizes the female reproductive system to encourage healthy conception.
4. Supports healthy vaginal flora to prevent irritation and infections.
5. Alleviates fatigue, smooths menopausal symptoms and promote emotional well being.
6. Prolong energy during Playtime.
7. Helps to solve the problems related to constipation
8. Tightens vaginal skin and walls.
9. Anti-dysmenorrhoea; cleansing and avoiding painful or difficult menstruation.
10. Anti-flatulence, drive away and prevent the formation of gas.
11. Firming and toning of abdominal muscles.
As the plant contains phytoestrogen, it is not to be taken by pregnant women nor in period of menstruation.