Henna

What is Henna?

Henna, also known as mehndi, comes from a shrub plant. It is ground into a fine powder, which is turned into a paste using lemon juice, sugar, and essential oils.

Henna releases an orange dye, which darkens as it draws in the heat from your skin. Good, quality henna can darken into a red, brown, and even black tone! After care is the key to developing a dark stain as well as a long lasting henna tattoo.

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Henna Aftercare Suggestions

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Wax or shave 2-4 days prior to henna services. Waxing or shaving right before or after henna services can impede the color of the henna stain.
Manicure and pedicures should be done the day before henna services are to be provided.
Avoid body/massage oils, as they can impeded with the color of the henna stain.
Clean off all lotions and oils prior to henna services.
Avoid excessive contact with water after the henna is applied.
Keep henna on overnight and keep it warm. The warmth helps develop the henna stain.
Henna stains will darken within the first 24-48 hours.

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