Four Tips on Managing Henna Stains
One of the most frequently asked questions I receive from my clients is, "How long will my henna stain last?" I always tell my girls that the longevity of the henna stain depends on the level of care she puts into maintaining it. So now I will share my top 4 secrets with henna lovers worldwide!
Rule #1: Use Natural Henna Paste
The longevity of henna stains starts with the paste that is used. This piece of advice is more so for those who are not my clients. When being serviced by Pretty Hands Henna Co. it is guaranteed that 100% natural henna paste will be used. This means the paste was mixed with essential oils such as lavender oil or tea tree oil. Unnatural paste is mass manufactured and can not only lead to the shorter lifespan of a henna stain but also swelling, scarring, and rashes. Quality paste will ensure longevity.
Rule #2: Keep the Henna Paste on for 5+ Hours
Clients have the tendency to pick off the paste shortly after it dries. But they must be mindful that the longer the paste is left on, the darker the stain will be, and the longer it will last. I encourage everyone who gets henna to keep their paste on no matter how tempted they are to pluck it off. One tip to prevent yourself from removing the paste is to put medical tape or HypaFix tape on top of the dry paste and take it off after 5 hours.
Rule #3: Don't Use Soap & Water When Removing the Stain
Henna removal can be a tedious task and clients' first instinct is to use soap and water to get rid of it instantly. But the sad truth is that soap and water has adverse effects on the longevity of the henna stain. Soap and water dries the skin, thus causing the stain to last for a shorter amount of time. The best way to remove the henna paste after it dries is to use a type of oil and scrape it off with a card or a plastic butter knife
Rule #4: Moisturize With Oil
When I tell my clients to moisturize their stain everyday, they automatically assume lotion is sufficient. Oil is the best way to make a henna stain last. All types of oil or oil based products are best for henna maintenance. This includes olive oil, sunflower oil, vitamin e oil, petroleum oil, and my favorite, coconut oil! After taking showers and washing your hands, it is pertinent to follow up with oil to restore moisture to the stain. If it is left dry, it will fade sooner.
Rule #1: Use Natural Henna Paste
The longevity of henna stains starts with the paste that is used. This piece of advice is more so for those who are not my clients. When being serviced by Pretty Hands Henna Co. it is guaranteed that 100% natural henna paste will be used. This means the paste was mixed with essential oils such as lavender oil or tea tree oil. Unnatural paste is mass manufactured and can not only lead to the shorter lifespan of a henna stain but also swelling, scarring, and rashes. Quality paste will ensure longevity.
Rule #2: Keep the Henna Paste on for 5+ Hours
Clients have the tendency to pick off the paste shortly after it dries. But they must be mindful that the longer the paste is left on, the darker the stain will be, and the longer it will last. I encourage everyone who gets henna to keep their paste on no matter how tempted they are to pluck it off. One tip to prevent yourself from removing the paste is to put medical tape or HypaFix tape on top of the dry paste and take it off after 5 hours.
Rule #3: Don't Use Soap & Water When Removing the Stain
Henna removal can be a tedious task and clients' first instinct is to use soap and water to get rid of it instantly. But the sad truth is that soap and water has adverse effects on the longevity of the henna stain. Soap and water dries the skin, thus causing the stain to last for a shorter amount of time. The best way to remove the henna paste after it dries is to use a type of oil and scrape it off with a card or a plastic butter knife
Rule #4: Moisturize With Oil
When I tell my clients to moisturize their stain everyday, they automatically assume lotion is sufficient. Oil is the best way to make a henna stain last. All types of oil or oil based products are best for henna maintenance. This includes olive oil, sunflower oil, vitamin e oil, petroleum oil, and my favorite, coconut oil! After taking showers and washing your hands, it is pertinent to follow up with oil to restore moisture to the stain. If it is left dry, it will fade sooner.
This was a very informative post. I got a henna tattoo years ago at a beach boardwalk. It lasted for three days! I’m sure if I used your tips it would have lasted longer. I will be sure to follow your tips next time I get a henna design on my body.
ReplyDeleteThese recommendations were very helpful. I usually get henna tattoos in the summertime when Im in a "less" professional setting during vacation. I didn't know you weren't to use soap and water to remove the stains. The oil tip sounds prefect as well, I'll also have to try that this summer.
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