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1. What is Henna?

Henna (other names are mehendi, mehndim hina) used in hair coloring and skin staining products is made from the leaves of the henna plant, lawsonia enermis which are ground into a fine powder. The main ingredients in henna pastes are the henna powder, strained lemon juice, coffee or tea and eucalyptus oil. This paste when applied to the skin and left for a short period of time produces a temporary reddish brown stain that fades from the skin over days to weeks just as a tan would.

2. How long does it last?

Usually from 3 days to three weeks depending on many factors. The quality of the paste, the thickness of the skin where the paste is applied, how long the paste is left on the skin and how the skin is cared for after the application.

3. Are there therapeutic uses for Henna?

The American Art Therapy Association explains what art therapy is on their website (http://www.arttherapy.org/aboutarttherapy/about.htm): "Art therapy is based on the belief that the creative process involved in the making of art is healing and life-enhancing. Through creating art and talking about art and the process of art making with an art therapist, one can increase awareness of self, cope with symptoms, stress, and traumatic experiences, enhance cognitive abilities, and enjoy the life-affirming pleasures of artistic creativity." Henna body art is right in line with this approach in SO many ways! Here are some reasons I see for using henna art as therapy in a rehab setting: It helps clients tap into their creative process in a healthy, constructive (non-drug-induced) way. It provides a fun activity that can occupy up to several hours of time that might otherwise be spent in a less productive way. It provides a visual and personal way for clients to express things (feelings, issues) about themselves that they may not be able to verbalize; a client's explanation of the symbolism of her henna design could lead to discussion and resolution of some personal issues

4. Where does henna come from?

Henna (mehndi, mehendi, mehandi) comes from a small shrub brush that grows about 4 feet high called lawsonia inermis. It is grown in various tropical climates of Asia and Africa.

5.Does getting a henna tattoo hurt?

No. In fact, henna has a cooling, refreshing effect on the skin, most people comment that it is very relaxing. Henna not only feels good, but it also has a therapeutic aroma. The henna is applied topically with an applicator and the process of getting a tattoo is like putting frosting onto a cake. Your skin absorbs the henna so that there is no breaking of the skin.

6. Where can I apply henna?

Almost anywhere! The traditional and most successful areas are the palms of the hands and soles of the feet. These areas are where the skin is usually the thickest and most porous, and therefore have more surface area for the paste to stain. In these areas, stains can last up to 3 weeks. However, most other areas, backs of hands, tops of feet, arms, back, belly, while they will take a stain, because the skin is so much thinner and smoother, stains usually last less than a week, depending on aftercare, and do not stain as dark. The only places that generally will not stain are the face or head. The skin there is usually too think and/or oily to accept a decent stain at all.

7. What color will the henna stain appear as on my skin?

The henna will develop into a rich, dark brown. When the henna paste is removed from the skin, the color’s first stage is a pale orange that develops into a reddish brown within the first 24 hours. Within the following 24 hours, the reddish brown darkens to its starkest shade of a rich brown. Gradually, the color will fade completely.

8. When and where would it be appropriate to do henna tattooing?

From formal holiday parties to casual birthday parties, henna tattoos are great for any type of gathering. Spice up your next office party or treat your significant other to a surprise treat with a unique henna tattoo custom designed to fit your personality.

9. How long do I leave it on?

This is entirely up to the person wearing the paste. 2-3 hours minimum is recommended. The longer the better. Although you will see effects even after an hour!

10. what's in henna paste?

Different henna artists have different ingredients they use for their paste. Hennawitch's henna paste is powdered henna leaf, lemon juice, sugar or Splenda. Sometimes an essential oil such as tea tree, lavendar, or cajeput is added. Hennawitch will be happy to adjust a specific paste for you with a few days' advance notice. Henna paste should smell like fresh hay or spinach, and sometimes have a slightly medicinal smell from the essential oils. It should NEVER smell like gasoline, turpentine, or nothing at all.

11. What is Black henna other places on the web. Don't you have that?

Absolutely not. "Black" henna has a chemical added called PPD (para-phenylene-diamine) that is highly toxic. Please see the Hennapage's warning about black henna for documentation from medical articles as well as yummy pictures of reactions to black henna. The Hennapage is owned by Catherine Cartwright-Jones (who has no affiliation with HennaByPinki!). Under no circumstances will we sell apply black henna, or refer you to anyone who does.

12. How can I tell Black henna from Natural Henna?

Natural henna paste is green, because it is from the leaves of the plant and chlorophyll is still present(NOTE: As henna paste dries it can sometimes appear black, but it is still actually dark green and is still safe). It stains the skin a reddish brown, and must be left on the skin and kept moist for several hours to acheive good results. Black henna paste is usually grey or black and creates a JET BLACK stain and usually only has to be left on the skin 1-2 hours. While Black Henna may sound more convenient, it is NOT worth destroying your internal organs or oozing blisters

13. Is there anyone who shouldn't have henna?

Children under the age of 6 and people with G6PD deficiency should NEVER have henna! People with ITP and TTP should not have henna. Children under 6 and people with G6PD can become anemic after the application of henna, and there is not enough known about the reactions of henna with ITP and TTP. If you have questions about whether or not henna is safe for your known medical condition, you should consult your doctor. I will be happy to provide a list of exactly what is in my henna paste, and a basic information sheet for you to take to your doctor, at your request.

14. Is henna safe?

Henna is 100% natural and safe, but you should be aware of what your henna artist uses in their henna paste since each artist tends to have his/her own recipe. Check the recipe or do a spot test to make sure you aren't allergic to any ingredients. Do not use black henna. Black henna is not natural! It often contains a hair dye (PPD) that can damage and scar the skin. If someone says they use "black henna" please choose another artist.

15. Can I henna when I am pregnant?

Yes. Some cultures regard pregnancy henna as lucky and others consider it to be extremely unlucky. Pure henna mixed with natural ingredients will not harm a pregnant woman. Be aware that large bellies may have very thin skin that does not take henna very well.

16. How do I get rid of my henna quickly?

If you need to get rid of your henna pattern quickly, bleach and exfoliate that area, you may apply fresh lemon juice also. Acne medications that have alpha-hydroxies and anti-bacterials will help remove henna. Facial scrubs with exfoliates will help. Frequent washing with bleach will fade henna quickly from your hands. Wash and exfoliate several times gently over 2 or 3 days rather than to trying to remove the henna all at once. You don't want to hurt yourself!

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