03 Nov 2011 No Comments
Henna
Henna is used to adorn women’s (and many a times men’s body too) during social gatherings, religious occasions, holiday celebrations and marriage ceremonies. Henna is considered to bring good luck, joy and beauty. Henna has a very distinctive smell which is lovable to many people.
Henna colour comes out differently on different people’s skin. Henna colour that gets imparted after the removal of henna from the body depends upon the chemistry of the body, temperature of the body and also on the part of the body on which it is being applied. On hands and feet darker henna stains gets imparted than on the soft skin like arms, upper arms etc.
Brides put the most unique and complex pattern of henna to complement their joyous moments. Bridal henna can be seen with the most complex design and also with innovations like the use of different colours of glitter and fine line of work. Application of henna on brides and bridegroom is one of the oldest and most widespread traditions seen in India.
Applying henna on someone’s hands or legs has taken the shape of business. Application of heena commands a respectable sum of money for the service being offered. This business is at its highest point during Eid, Diwali, Karva Chauth and marriage occasions. In Indian marriages henna designers are hired to put henna on guests’ hands as well as on bride’s and groom’s hands.
Some people use henna for making temporary tattoos on the body. Henna is also used as a hair conditioner and hair dye.
