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Henna
Henna is a dye made from the dried leaf and petiole of Lawsonia alba Lam. (Lawsonia inermis L.). It may be identified by its characteristic odor (which smells slightly like soapy cow dung) and by characteristic plant histology. Henna in its common form is a greenish-brown powder, which is mixed with water to form a mud-like paste prior to application. Lemon juice and essential oils are often added to extract the dye from the leaves.
Henna is traditionally used as a hair dye and temporary skin dye in India, Pakistan and North Africa, and in expatriate Indian and Pakistani communities. As well as adding a deep red tint to the hair, henna improves the condition and shine of the hair. As a skin dye, it produces a dark brown stain which lasts for about a week. Henna is predominantly used by women in these cultures to create traditional hand and foot decorations known as mehndi.
Henna is only approved for sale as a hair dye in the United States, and is not approved for any other use in the United States. Some unapproved henna products (sometimes sold under the name "black henna") have been adulterated with unsafe chemical dyes such as paraphenylenediamine ("PPD"), and should not be used for any purpose.
Henna decorations became fashionable in the West in the late 1990s, as a form of body decoration that did not involve permanent marks, unlike tattoo.
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The Henna Page
A page devoted to the practicalities of using henna for body decoration. Application instructions, links, message forum for henna artists and those just learning the art of mehndi.
http://www.hennapage.com/henna/
Henna Tattooing
Background and historical information on this ancient art. Recipes and methods of application, tips to getting a good stain, and an artist directory.
http://www.bdancer.com/med-guide/suppl/henna.html
How to Grow Henna
A guide for the home cultivation of Lawsonia Inermis and a photo gallery.
http://www.geocities.com/how2growhenna
Bindi
Information about tattoos, henna paste ingredients, aftercare, and how henna works on the skin. Includes a brief history and merchandise.
http://www.bindi4u.co.uk/
Henna Heaven
Comprehensive listing of studios around the world.
http://io.spaceports.com/~henna/
Kenzi Henna
History of henna in Morocco. Instructions on application methods and a photo gallery. Moroccan henna, application accessories, and kits available for purchase. Private appointments also available.
http://www.kenzi.com/HENNA/HTML/henna.htm
My Bindi
Description of and preparations for a customary Indian wedding ceremony and a pattern page that is updated periodically.
http://www.mybindi.com/weddings/festivities/mehndi.cfm
Mehndi - An Exquisite Art Form of India
Historical information, application techniques, and links.
http://www.iag.net/~sgandhi/index.htm
Indian Mehndi
Designs, hair coloring information, accessory information, background details, cone instructions, and medicinal uses.
http://www.india4world.com/mehndi-design/
Suchi's Mehandi
Image album, general information, and links.
http://www.suchi.com
Hennagalerie
Five galleries of designs with periodic updates.
http://hennagalerie.com/
Henna Mehndi
Features a discussion on the body decoration practices in India and Arabic cultures. Open to questions and the sharing of knowledge. Membership information.
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/HennaMehndi/
Mehndi
Information regarding how long the stain will last after application and a description of what it is like to have henna body art done.
http://www.puja.com/mehndi/
The Art Of Henna
Description of the art and answers to commonly asked question. Also contains a small image gallery, links, and contact information.
http://www.geocities.com/SoHo/Nook/3742/
Sacred Sun Henna Arts
Image gallery, black henna information, links, design pages, and historical information.
http://members.tripod.com/hennaarts/
Henna Art
Application instructions, design ideas, and answers to commonly asked questions. Also offers henna paste and a small image gallery.
http://www.geocities.com/FashionAvenue/Salon/7114/index.html
Lawsonia and Company
Usage information, a fact sheets regarding the processing of henna leaves, a color chart for using on hair, design gallery, and information on the use and advantages of lawsonia inermis.
http://www.lawsonia.org
Mehndi Designs at ShadiCenter
Small selection of images for download.
http://shadicenter.bizland.com/MehndiDesigns_Hands-1.htm
Lauren's Henna Page
Photographs of completed henna designs, a recommended book list, and related links.
http://www.countee.us/lauren/henna/
The Art of Mehndi
Includes an informative tutorial, photo and design galleries, supplier listings, henna books, and a comprehensive international listing of henna artists.
http://www.rupalpinto.com/mehndi
Ruchi's Kitchen
Indian recipe for henna paste and historical information regarding the use of henna during Karwa Chouth.
http://www.ruchiskitchen.com/ruchiskitchen/festivals/Festivalmain.htm
Mazaya
Recipes, image gallery, events listing, and related links section.
http://www.noli.moonfruit.com
Hindustanlink - Mehandi
Designs for the hands and feet. Artwork submissions accepted.
http://www.hindustanlink.com/mehanditxt/hands.htm
Henna Caravan
FAQ section, application techniques, image gallery, and black henna information.
http://hennacaravan.com/
Mehndi Designs
Images available for download and a message board.
http://www.geocities.com/EnchantedForest/Palace/3653/
Mehndi Man
Image gallery and henna application information.
http://www.mehndiman.org/
Mehndi Mecca
Offers information about the art, online courses, photo gallery, chatroom, message board, free mehndi mail, and a sketch book where you can create your own designs.
http://www.angelfire.com/ak/anakee/mehndi.html
Henna Expressions
Supplies, information, designs, background details, and body care items.
http://www.angelfire.com/indie/hennaworld/index.html
Magical Mehendi
Paste recipes, photo gallery, before and after pictures of henna application.
http://magicalmehendi.com/
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