Traditionally, the area between the eyebrows (where the bindi is placed) is said to be the sixth chakra, ajna, the seat of "concealed wisdom". The bindi is said to retain energy and strengthen concentration. The bindi also represents the third eye.

Why we should keep bindi?

In South Asia, bindis have a rich, complex history. Traditionally, married Hindu women have worn it to proclaim their marital status. According to Hindu beliefs, the forehead is considered the third eye and it keeps bad luck away. In Yoga, it's a central focus point for meditation.

What is the story behind bindis?

Traditionally worn as a red dot on the forehead, the bindi has Hindu beginnings. It was originally worn for religious purposes, often also meaning marriage. ... Red bindis symbolize marriage, so when women were widowed, they would often change their bindi color to black.