Henna & Mehndi Journal
Practical henna & mehndi know-how from the Hennaya studio in Bengaluru — darker stains, bridal prep, festival designs, aftercare and the craft behind every cone.
Safety · 5 Sept 2026 · 4 min
Henna Allergy: Symptoms, the Real Cause & What to Do
True henna allergy is rare — most 'henna reactions' are to PPD in 'black henna'. How to tell them apart, what the symptoms look like, and how to treat it.
Safety · 4 Sept 2026 · 4 min
Natural Henna vs "Black Henna": Know the Difference
Real henna is never jet-black. How to spot an adulterated cone before it touches your skin — by smell, colour and speed — and what to do if it starts to burn.
Safety · 21 Aug 2026 · 4 min
Henna Tattoos: How Long They Last & What to Avoid
A henna 'tattoo' is a temporary skin stain, not real ink. How long it lasts, how to make it darker, and the one kind that can scar you — 'black henna'.
Safety · 28 Jun 2026 · 5 min
What's in a Henna Cone? The 4 Ingredients (and the Bad Ones)
A plain breakdown of what belongs in a natural henna cone, what each ingredient does, and the additives that should make you put the cone straight down.
Safety · 27 Jun 2026 · 4 min
Henna for Sensitive Skin & Eczema: What Changes
Natural henna suits most sensitive skin — but eczema, essential-oil sensitivity and 'black henna' change the picture. How to test, choose a cone and apply safely.
Safety · 15 Jun 2026 · 5 min
Is Henna Safe During Pregnancy? What Actually Matters
Natural henna on skin in pregnancy — the general guidance, the one real risk to know, and why 'black henna' is an absolute no. Not medical advice.
Safety · 1 Jun 2026 · 5 min
How to Patch Test Henna (2 Minutes, 48 Hours Ahead)
A two-minute test done two days early that can save a bride's arms — how to patch test henna properly, how to read the result, and what a bad reaction means.