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Henna



What is Henna?
Henna is a natural dye made from the leaves of the Henna small tree, that contains a natural colouring pigment.
From the flowers of the Henna Plant are, also, made perfume and essential oil.

It is used for centuries in India, Middle East and North Africa to dye hair, fingernails, hands, feet and fabrics, for special occasions and celebrations. 




The Different Uses of Henna


Hair colouring100% natural colour that unlike the others chemicals dyes doesn't damage the hair. On the contrary, it repairs. 
It can last from 6 to 8 weeks.

Henna in the powder form is more effective and more natural. Check the ingredients to make sure is natural and chemical-free. 

Look for information for application. Don't rinse it in the shower as it stains the skin. 

You shouldn't use permanent dye, after using henna, as the hair may not absorb it.

Test the product first, for 24h, in your hand or arm to make sure it doesn't cause any reaction. 

Henna Tattoos - Henna Tattoos are not permanent and does not contain harmful chemicals like the permanent inks. It lasts between 1 to 4 weeks. Less in dry skins.
Test the product first in your hand or arm, for 24h, to make sure it doesn't cause any reaction. 





Henna colours

For Body Painting
The final colour will depend on the quality of the henna and how the person's skin takes it. The thicker the skin the darker the final colour will be. 

 - Brownish orange 
 - Deep reddish brown
 - Deep Brown

The colour will normally darkens days after the application.

Henna products offering other colors are not natural and have other ingredients and chemicals added. 


For Hair Colouring
The final colour will depend on the base hair colour, thickness of the hair and texture. Henna can be reapplied to achieve the right colour, leaving 72 hours between applications. 
Shades of:
 - Red
 - Orange
 - Brown
 - Deep Brown

Henna products offering other colors are not natural and have other ingredients and chemicals added. 







Benefits of Henna for Hair
  • Chemical-free
  • Strengthens the hair
  • Anti-bacterial and anti- fungal
  • Gives shine to hair
  • Repairs damaged hair
  • Treats and Prevents oily hair
  • Reduces hair loss
  • Reduces split ends and hair breakage
  • Controls sandruff
  • Acts as sunblock
  • Stimulates hair growth
  • Works as a protein treatment


Black Henna and Neutral Henna
Black Henna and Neutral Henna are not Natural Henna. It can cause severe allergic reactions.