Is henna a natural product?
Yes. Henna is a natural pigment, and in most people will cause no harm. The leaves are cut from the plant, dried, and ground into a powder. Some commercial henna products may have added ingredients; always read the labels. It is best to do a patch test to be sure that your skin is not sensitive to this plant. Does it hurt to apply henna to the skin? No! Whether for everyday wear or special celebrations, painting henna on the skin is a painless beauty treatment. It is a pleasant and relaxing experience. The most difficult part of getting a henna design is sitting still for the time required, which can be anywhere from 30 minutes to several hours depending on the complexity of the design. What does the henna smell like? Some people love the smell if henna and other cannot tolerate it. Henna paste has a peculiar scent similar to a barnyard or to damp clay. Still, the odor has been described by some as an aphrodisiac! How is henna decoration different than a tattoo? Both tattoos and henna
