Kumkum is associated with Devi and applying Kumkum will bring the blessing of the Devi. Kumkum is to be made by drying and powdering the Kumkum flower.

Since saffron is very costly Kumkum is made by mixing of calcium and turmeric powder in such a way that the calcium is added to turmeric bit by bit and mixing thoroughly till the desired color is arrived. Kumkum is used for abhishek or archan. 

It is very good if applied daily on Puja Idols.