Henna paste is made from a powder derived from the henna plant. It’s been used for centuries as a natural dye for hair and nails, and now its most well-known use is for body art. The temporary dye still most popularly used to adorn women as part of their marriage celebrations.
It’s safe to say most people have heard of henna . it’s an ancient practice that uses temporary brown dye rather than ink to create designs.
While the form of body adornment dates back a cool 5,000 years, it’s generally used today to express luck and happiness, and is often featured at ceremonial events like weddings and births.
Once applied the longer you leave it on to absorb into the skin, the darker it will be. The darker it is, the longer it will last. Hands and feet, which are used often and exposed to water and soap, might start fading away after one week and fully disappear at two weeks.