Priya Designs

In order to get the best henna stain possible, you must nurture your henna design. Step 1: Exfoliate and wax at least 1 day prior to your henna application Step 2: Do not apply any lotion, oils, or gels the day of your henna application. Step 3: Wash your skin with soap and water where the henna is being applied before the application. Step 4: During your henna application keep yourself warm. (Example: Sitting by a heater or fireplace. Step 5: After your henna is applied, help it to stick to and continue to stain your skin by using a lemon/sugar mixture. When the henna paste is completely dry but before it begins to show signs of cracking apply the henna/sugar mixture. This mixture consists of 1 tsp of sugar mixed with the juice of 1 half of a lemon. This mixture can be applied with a spray bottle or dabbed on with a cotton pad. You may have to repeat this process multiple times. Store the mixture in the fridge and warm up for 5-10 second before application. Step 6: Leave the henna paste on for as long as possible. Minimum setting time is 3 hours and the optimal setting time is 8 hours. Step 7: The henna paste can be removed by letting it flake off on its own, scraping it off with the back of a butter knife or your hand, It is recommended for your comfort and the stain development to rub warm olive oil over the design prior to removing the paste. Step 8: Protect your henna stain and help the stain development over the next 48 hours by doing the following: - Avoid water and any abrasive contact with the skin - Rub a waxy balm into the skin covering the entire henna stain prior to showering or wear gloves. - Keep your skin moisturized! It delays exfoliation which can cause your henna stain to fade and it keeps your skin silky smooth since henna can be drying.