Everything you need to know about henna...
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What is henna?
Henna is a paste made out of crushed leaves and twigs of henna plant. The paste can also be made from dried leaves of the plant by mixing it with hot water. When this paste is applied in skin (just like writing from a marker) and left for few hours, it leaves orange to dark maroon stain in the skin which fades away in 7 to 14 days.
Is it safe?
We use completely natural henna (henna dried leaves mixed with hot water or some natural oils) which is completely safe for all type of skins. Our henna paste is made of henna leaves and some traces of eucalyptus and clove oil. If you are allergic to eucalyptus oil, we advise not to get henna.
Is it suitable for sensitive skin?
Yes, as said before, we use 100% natural henna and allergic reactions are extremely uncommon. Because henna is made from a plant, it is suitable for sensitive skin, but it's always best to do a patch test beforehand just to be certain.
It's also suitable for people of all ages- including children. Although please be aware that if your child has a G6PD deficiency, henna should not be applied to them as it can cause severe aneamia.
How long does a tattoo last for?
Depending on where it is on your body, henna can last anywhere between 1 and 3 weeks. We suggest to wash the area of the henna tattoo as little as possible and initially keeping on the henna for a couple of hours before washing it off.
Lemon juice is also an effective way to ensure that the henna stain is darker and lasts longer.
What about black henna?
Black henna is extremely dangerous as chemicals have been added to it to achieve the darker colour. Please be aware that there is a very high chance of developing an allergic reaction to black henna as it is completely unnatural, therefore I