For those who want to decorate themselves with a wearable pattern, the idea of applying henna tattoos on the wrist will become relevant. Such an image, if necessary, is easy to hide under clothing and accessories. In addition, due to the low resistance of natural paint, the drawing will last on the body for no longer than a month, which allows you to experiment with patterns and realize any creative ideas. Below we will take a closer look at what this type of application of a body image is, what are its advantages, and also share interesting tattoo ideas.
A bit of history
The beneficial properties of henna were known in ancient times. The powder of this plant was used as an antiseptic, analgesic, and also as an antidote to snake bites. For the first time , henna pectoral drawings appeared as distinctive signs of warriors. Representatives of the upper classes began to decorate their body, depicting various patterns with a composition based on henna. Thanks to mariners, the tradition of applying such a pectoral pattern migrated to the countries of the East, and later to Europe. Nowadays, such a natural tattoo is popular in Iran, Iraq, Pakistan, India. In these countries, body art is a cultural-historical tradition and is religious in nature.
In European countries, this type of application of a body pattern is called a "biotatu". You can also find the name "mehendi". This method of decorating the body is becoming increasingly popular, as it has a number of advantages compared to a permanent tattoo.
Benefits of Biotatu
What are the benefits of biotatu? First of all, we note that henna is a natural herbal remedy. It not only does not cause any harm to the skin, but also helps to cope with microcracks, dryness. Nevertheless, it is often not recommended to apply a composition of henna to the same area of the skin, since allergic reactions in the form of a rash and redness are possible. Also, always before the biotatu procedure, check the body's response to the substance, having previously applied the composition to the bend of the elbow. If within 10-15 minutes there is no swelling, redness, rash on the treated area, you can safely proceed to the application of the pattern.
Biotatu is an absolutely painless and safe process, since the paint is applied to the skin surface without penetrating the subcutaneous region and bloodstream. Henna tattoos are even drawn on children’s arm.
Application Methods
Biotat is applied both with stencils and with a brush. It depends on the level of complexity and size of the picture, as well as on the professional skill of the artist. Henna tattoos on the wrist are more convenient to draw on a stencil, as most often small images are difficult to place on the indicated part of the body, which are difficult to perform with a brush.
Oriental women prefer to apply paint using a cone-shaped package with a cut tip (most often this is the way they pack and sell the composition for mehendi).
European salons offer a wide palette of henna-based paints for biotatu, while the natural Indian composition has an exclusively brown color, and when soot is added, it is black. In addition, henna tattoos on the wrist for girls are often decorated with rhinestones and sparkles, which gives the picture volume and sophistication.
Types of drawings
With a sufficient level of skill of the artist, henna can draw as simple figures (heart, feather, flower), inscriptions, and intricate oriental ornaments. Depending on the selected pattern, the method of applying the composition is also determined. So, when drawing henna tattoos on the wrist, it is recommended to draw inscriptions under the stencil, and, for example, geometric patterns or oriental patterns are more convenient to apply with a brush.
Oriental ornaments
Oriental patterns are considered a classic pattern for henna tattoos on the arm : ethnic ornaments, images of flowers and animals. Four oriental styles of applying mehendi are known - these are Arabic, Moroccan, Indian and Asian. For the first, characteristic patterns are flowers that are depicted chaotically. The Moroccan style is dominated by geometric shapes, precision lines. Often, African residents simply dip their hands or feet in a coloring composition. Indian style is also called "hosiery", as intricate thin lines resemble lace. Pictures are most often applied over a large area, for example, from the elbow to the tips of the fingers. The Asian style is a mixture of Arabic and Indian and is distinguished by colored dots in patterns or completely painted over with your fingertips.
European drawings
Despite all the beauty of oriental patterns, such ornaments are not always appropriate in European countries. Therefore, specialized salons began to offer their customers such a service as applying with a composition of henna drawings typical of ordinary tattoos. Popular are the images of hearts, zodiac signs, stars, flowers, symbols. In principle, henna can draw any desired pattern, provided that the master is highly qualified and experienced.
Henna Tattoo For Men
Henna tattoos are in demand not only among girls, men also often choose just this kind of underwear design. Popular images for young men are inscriptions and symbols. So, for example, the picture “Dreamcatcher” is a ring with a cobweb inside and hanging feathers. This symbol protects from evil spirits and protects from bad dreams.
Another popular drawing for henna tattoos on the wrist for men is the image of the sun, which symbolizes immortality, positive. Such images as stars, compass, dragons are also in demand.
The cost of henna tattoos
How much does a henna tattoo on your wrist cost? The price of such a drawing is from 300 to 4000 rubles. The cost depends on various factors, in particular, the volume and complexity of the drawing, the quality of the coloring composition, the use of additional materials (rhinestones, sparkles, colored paint, stencils), as well as the professional level of the master.
Biotatu at home
Henna tattoos on the wrist are easy to perform at home with the necessary materials and artistic abilities. What is required for this? First of all, you need to buy henna for mehendi. It will be much more convenient to work with a composition that is packed in a cardboard cone. You may need a stencil, but you can do without it. How to make a henna tattoo yourself? We offer step-by-step instructions:
- Select a picture.
- Wipe the area of skin on the wrist with an antiseptic.
- Remove the cap from the cone.
- If necessary, attach a stencil to your wrist.
- While pressing on a cone with henna, apply a thick layer of paint on the stencil or draw a pattern yourself.
- Wait until the paint has completely dried (30-40 minutes).
- Remove the stencil and rinse off any remaining ink under running water.
Henna Tattoo on the wrist is ready!
Such a body pattern will last from two weeks to a month, then disappear without leaving a mark on the skin. Thus, an original tattoo, emphasizing the individuality of its owner, can be done without harming health and without experiencing unpleasant pain. In addition, this kind of underbody pattern allows you to experiment endlessly.