Mehendi (mehandi, mehndi) is something between a tattoo and drawing on separate parts of the body. Its history began more than 5000 years ago, and still residents of Malaysia, India, Arab countries, Indonesia and North Africa believe that the drawing will give its owner happiness, good luck and love.
White henna for mehendi: how to use?
The drawing process includes 3 stages:
- Skin preparation.
- Drawing a picture.
- Drying.
Any henna is absorbed into the epidermis, that is, the upper layer of the skin and when it is updated is completely erased. Therefore, before starting the procedure, it is necessary to clean the area selected for drawing the drawing well. This can be done with a washcloth, special means, such as a scrub or ordinary soap. The smaller the keratinized cells, the better the white henna for mehendi is held.
After scrubbing, do not apply oils or creams, as they clog pores, thereby making the picture paler. Remember: Do not use oils, even if Mehandi Oil is written on them.
No less important is the temperature of the skin, as the product actively gives off its pigment when warm. If the skin begins to get colder during drawing, you can warm yourself with hot tea.
Depending on the complexity of the elements, the procedure takes from 15 minutes to 2 hours.
White henna is applied in a thin layer and after creating the pattern is not removed from the surface of the skin.
The most common question: how long does white henna for mehendi dry? If the product is of high quality, then drying takes from 20 to 30 minutes. The pattern remains clear, does not smear and, most importantly, does not spread on the skin, so brides often resort to using white henna.
Mehendi on the leg
Leg drawings are popular not only in Arab countries or India, but also in Russia. The painting of this area of the body is done by masters of beauty salons, where various layouts are taken as a basis. They exist so that the master can draw a pattern, that is, the use of a stencil for painting feet is not practiced. The result is a unique pattern created by the hand of a professional.
Eastern women sacredly believe that white henna for mehendi (as well as red), used for painting legs, increases the interest of a beloved man and causes love. As for the drawing, it happens both as lace and with elements of plants - it all depends on traditions. But according to Sharia, Muslim women are forbidden to depict animals, suras from the Koran and people on the body.
If your goal is to strive for traditional Indian motifs, then choose intricate patterns, numerous fine lines, religious symbols. And for the image of lace, white henna for mehendi is best suited, which favorably emphasizes all the tenderness of the painting.
As mentioned earlier, drawing a picture on the leg is intended to enhance the interest of the husband, therefore unmarried girls are not recommended to paint this area. Although this is not the case for domestic beauties. They do not hide beautiful patterns, like Indian girls, but rather, they try to see as many people as possible see the painting.
Mehendi on hand
This is the most common way to date. This is not surprising, because the brush painting looks gorgeous, elegant and always in sight.
Hand mehendi is best done by a professional: so you will know for sure that you will get a neat picture. But if you want to master oriental art on your own, then you can carry out the procedure at home, and white henna for mehendi will be the best assistant in this matter. Unlike red, it is less persistent, so if at the end of the process you are not satisfied with the final result, then you can always wash off your masterpiece with soap and warm water.
Wedding mehendi
This is a new but fairly popular trend. Why do brides choose white mehendi? The shade goes well with the dress, especially if it is lace and with a veil. The white mehendi on the bride’s hand looks unusually beautiful, mysterious, feminine and elegant, that is, it is a continuation of the wedding dress.
The classic mehndi for the bride should contain certain patterns, symbols and motifs that will support and protect her on this day. Therefore, do not forget to ask the master about the meaning of the applied drawing.
There are 4 traditional styles:
- Arabic - small flowers and chaotic patterns.
- Moroccan - geometric shapes.
- Indian - many details that completely cover the hands and feet.
- Asian - similar to Indian, only in this style only fingertips are painted over.
Female opinion
What are the girls interested in red and white henna for mehendi? Reviews of women who made the painting indicate that the development of mehndi art in Russia has become a good help for those who think about tattoos. Another advantage of the product can be called hypoallergenic. As for white henna, it has gained popularity due to its tenderness. And indeed, the girl in the photo looks very sophisticated.
The only negative is the fragility. If red henna can last up to two weeks, then white will adorn the body for a maximum of three days. What is the reason?
Why is it unstable?
To begin with, in nature there is no such product as white henna. What is sold under this name is ordinary hypoallergenic acrylic paint. It contains glue that provides durability. Therefore, the drawings are not smeared or erased from the surface of the skin. To fix the pattern, experts sometimes spray it with hairspray. In this case, even a sudden rain will not be able to wash it off the surface of your body.
By the way, recently, brides began to decorate with white henna not only their hands, but also their back, shoulders, neckline, legs - that is, all open parts of the body.
Conclusion
In conclusion, it is worth noting that mehendi is not just a drawing, but an ornament that has magical power, which often changes the life of the owner of the pattern. For example, the image on the body of leaves or flowers symbolizes abundance, a curly stalk gives love, and mandalas (geometric symbols with a complex structure) - enlightenment.