How To Decorate Your Skin With Henna
- August 27, 2009
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Lubna
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Lubna
In Asia and the Middle East, paste made from the henna plant has been used for centuries to make beautiful temporary tattoos. Make it at home following these easy steps.
You Will Need
- Finely sifted henna powder
- A plastic bowl and spoon
- 2 tbsp. unrefined sugar or honey
- A bottle of lemon juice
- A friend
- Plastic wrap
- A triangular piece of cellophane or Mylar, or a squeeze bottle
- A toothpick or straight pin
- Cotton balls
- A butter knife or other blunt object
- Gloves
- Ready-made henna paste
- Lavender, eucalyptus, or tea tree essential oil
- Design stencils
- Toilet paper
Step 1
Mix powder and sugar
Henna stains. Protect clothes and other surfaces.
Step 2
Add lemon juice
If using ready-made paste, check for a date.
Step 3
Let paste rest
Step 4
Make and fill applicator
Step 5
Apply
Use a toothpick or pin to fix mistakes and clear the applicator.
Step 6
Apply juice and sugar
Step 7
Let the paste stain your skin
Step 8
Reveal the stain
The darker a bride’s henna stain is, the stronger the marriage will be.
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Comments (3)
for design check out this :-) http://mehendi-designs.blogspot.com/
over 2 years ago by Raghavi_Rasetty
Beautiful!
over 2 years ago by HeatherM
really helpful for new to henna
11 months ago by Puspha_Ranee
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