Aftercare
To achieve the deepest, longest-lasting color, follow these steps:
- Leave the henna on the skin for as long as possible (at least 3 hours, preferably longer).
- Dab the paste with a lemon-sugar mixture.
- After scraping, moisturize with olive oil for a richer color.
- The color will develop fully over 48 hours, darkening from orange to a deep reddish-brown.
- Avoid water, soap, or friction during these first 48 hours.
- The henna design will remain vibrant for 5–6 days and gradually fade over 1-2 weeks.
How Henna is Made
Traditional henna comes from the dried leaves of the Lawsonia inermis plant, which are ground into a fine powder. This powder is mixed with lemon juice and essential oils (such as cajeput and tea tree oil) to create a smooth, fragrant paste.
Aroma: The resulting paste has a fresh, herbal, slightly citrusy scent, which adds to the sensory experience of the application.
Effect of additions: The lemon juice helps release the dye, while essential oils enhance the color intensity and longevity of the stain.
Take a look at some of the designs made with Traditional Henna.
