What is Henna (Mehndi)? Does it hurt? How does it work? How long will it last? Is henna a tattoo? Is it safe? Where did henna come from? Why is henna done?
What is Henna (Mehndi)? Mehndi is the Indian word for henna. Henna is the Arabic name of a bush of the botanical name, lawsonia inermis. Henna leaves are harvested from this bush, dried and powdered to make henna powder. Henna is a beautiful and natural plant product that stains the skin a reddish brown color. When applied properly and in intricate designs you have a natural and temporary “tattoo” that gradually fades away as the skin regenerates. Henna is laid in patterns on top of the skin usually with a cone or tube, no needles like a permanent ink tattoo. Henna is mostly seen on the hands and feet where it has been applied traditionally for weddings and special ceremonies for hundreds of years. However, it will stain other areas of the body as well if only slightly lighter. If you have never experienced henna please do so now. We welcome you to this ancient and beautiful art.
