life in henna
slow down
be connected
express yourself
experience art
celebrate every day
experience life in henna
henna is an ancient, spiritual art form used to decorate the skin for over 5000 years. the paste is made from the ground leaves of the lawsonia inermis plant. the stories surrounding henna span generations.
the process of receiving henna is an energy exchange- intimate, therapeutic, and meditative. the process of henna forces you to slow down, sit still, and be present. henna is also a joyful communal experience. henna connects people to each other and to the earth.
your skin becomes the canvas to express your mood, personality and style. henna is temporary, therefore can change and evolve with you. honor, embrace, and learn about its roots; and let every day be cause for celebration.
experience life in henna
henna made by hands for hands
ingredients: organic pesticide and chemical-free triple-sifted body quality henna powder, lemon juice, sugar, therapeutic essential oils (orange, cajeput, lemongrass)
hand rolled with love to adorn your skin
a note about safety: henna is not recommended for individuals with G6PD deficiency. caution advised for those with hypersensitive skin. consult your doctor if you are pregnant. this henna contains citrus essential oils and is not recommended for those with citrus allergy. we can use henna made with lavender essential oil for such individuals (or for pregnancy), if known in advance.
the paste we use is 100% all natural — we never use “chemical cones”, which are dangerous to your health. always check ingredients when getting henna from other artists, and ask about where they source their henna. ingredients should never include preservatives, unrecognizable chemical names, or dyes. henna should always be hand made with simple, natural ingredients and stored in the freezer. never get “black henna”, which is a dangerous chemical that can cause serious, permanent harm. jagua, which has a dark blue/black stain, is a natural product from the juice of a berry. we do not currently offer jagua products, as it carries a higher risk of allergic reaction. henna safely, friends!
aftercare matters
we use high-quality henna paste designed to achieve a rich, vibrant stain … but not without good aftercare:
consider design placement: the distal body parts stain the darkest (hands and feet), and the palms stain darker than the tops of the hand
use sealants to protect your paste once it dries—we recommend either using our lemon-sugar spray or covering the design with hypafix tape (which can be provided)
keep warm: warmer skin enhances the stain
leave the paste on for 6-8 hours or overnight—the longer the paste remains on the skin, the deeper the stain
scrape or flake the paste off—if any bits remain, you can loosen them with coconut oil
stay dry! avoid water exposure for 24-48 hours after paste removal
moisturize often with natural oils such as coconut oil or olive oil
with good after care, your design can last 7-10 days
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interested in how henna can enrich your life, express your style, slow you down, connect you to centuries of women who came before you? fill out your information here, and we look forward to connecting!