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Mehndi (or mehendi or mehandi) is the application of henna as a temporary form of skin decoration, most popular in the Middle East, North Africa, and South Asia as well as expatriate communities from these areas. It is typically employed for special occasions, particularly weddings. It is usually drawn on the hands and feet, where the designs will last the longest due to the fact that it only penetrates the dead cells of the stratum corneum.
Henna paste is usually applied to the skin using a plastic cone or a paint brush, but sometimes a small metal-tipped jacquard bottle used for silk painting (a jac bottle) is used. The affected area is then wrapped with tissue, plastic, or medical tape to lock in body heat, creating a more intense colour on the skin. The wrap is worn overnight and then removed. The final colour is reddish brown and can last anywhere from two weeks to several months depending on the quality of the paste.
The patterns of mehndi are typically quite intricate, and predominantly applied to brides before wedding ceremonies. However, traditions in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Sudan sometimes expect bridegrooms to be painted as well. In Rajasthan (northwest India), where mehndi is a very ancient folkart, the grooms are given designs which are often as elaborate as those for brides.
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The Henna Page - A page devoted to the practicalities of using henna for body decoration. Application instructions, links, message forum for henna artists and those just learning the art of mehndi.
Meta Description: [ The Henna Page is an educational resource devoted to the history, traditions, techniques, science and art of Henna, and is part of a site group devoted to Henna and related arts. ]
Bindi - Information about tattoos, henna paste ingredients, aftercare, and how henna works on the skin. Includes a brief history and merchandise.
Henna Caravan - FAQ section, application techniques, image gallery, and black henna information.
Meta Description: [ Henna Caravan creates custom designs inspired by the art of the European and African continents. Available in California for corporate and private parties, festivals, weddings, baby showers, pregnancy. Main page ]
Henna Mehndi - Features a discussion on the body decoration practices in India and Arabic cultures. Open to questions and the sharing of knowledge. Membership information.
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Henna Tattooing - Background and historical information on this ancient art. Recipes and methods of application, tips to getting a good stain, and an artist directory.
Hennagalerie - Five galleries of designs with periodic updates.
Meta Description: [ Modern hennadesigns with weekly update ! Made in Berlin Germany! ]
Hindustanlink - Mehandi - Designs for the hands and feet. Artwork submissions accepted.
How to Grow Henna - A guide for the home cultivation of Lawsonia Inermis and a photo gallery.
Lauren's Henna Page - Photographs of completed henna designs, a recommended book list, and related links.
Lawsonia and Company - Usage information, a fact sheets regarding the processing of henna leaves, a color chart for using on hair, design gallery, and information on the use and advantages of lawsonia inermis.
Magical Mehendi - Paste recipes, photo gallery, before and after pictures of henna application.
Meta Description: [ Enter the magical world of Mehendi ]
Mazaya - Recipes, image gallery, events listing, and related links section.
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Mazaya Sharkiyya - Recipes, image gallery, events listing, and related links section.
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Mehndi - Information regarding how long the stain will last after application and a description of what it is like to have henna body art done.
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Mehndi Designs at ShadiCenter - Small selection of images for download.
Mehndi Man - Image gallery and henna application information.
My Bindi - Description of and preparations for a customary Indian wedding ceremony and a pattern page that is updated periodically.
Suchi's Mehandi - Image album, general information, and links.
The Art of Mehndi - Includes an informative tutorial, photo and design galleries, supplier listings, henna books, and a comprehensive international listing of henna artists.
Meta Description: [ This web page is all about me, my interests, and Mehndi, a form of Indian Art which i have practiced for 3 years. ]
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