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.
How-To · 4 Sept 2026 · 5 min
Henna vs Mehndi: Are They the Same Thing?
Yes — henna and mehndi are the same plant and the same dye; only the word changes by region. When to use each word, and why "black henna" is neither.
Bridal Mehndi · 4 Sept 2026 · 5 min
Bridal Mehndi Cost in Bangalore: 2026 Price Guide
Most Bangalore brides pay ₹5,000–₹25,000 for bridal mehndi. What pushes you up or down that range, what a fair quote includes, and how to avoid overpaying.
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.
How-To · 3 Sept 2026 · 4 min
How to Apply Mehndi on Yourself (Without the Smudges)
Doing your own mehndi is very doable with the right setup. How to plan the design, handle your non-dominant hand, work in order, and keep it smudge-free.
Festivals · 2 Sept 2026 · 4 min
Navratri Mehndi: Designs That Survive 9 Nights of Garba
Navratri mehndi that holds up through nine nights of garba — quick festive designs, when to apply for each night, and aftercare so the colour lasts the week.
Learn Henna · 2 Sept 2026 · 4 min
Practice Henna Cones: Learn Mehndi Faster, Cheaper
Practice cones make learning mehndi low-pressure and low-cost. How to use them for drills, what to practise in what order, and when to switch to your good cones.
Buying Guides · 2 Sept 2026 · 5 min
How to Choose Henna Cones: 7 Checks Before You Buy
The seven things that separate a cone that stains deep maroon from one that stays orange — freshness, sift, ingredients, tip, paste feel. Check before you pay.
How-To · 1 Sept 2026 · 4 min
Henna for Grey Hair: How to Get Full Coverage
Covering grey with natural henna — the colour to expect, the henna-then-indigo method for a darker result, how long to leave it, and how often to repeat.
How-To · 1 Sept 2026 · 4 min
How to Roll a Henna Cone With a Fine Tip (No Leaks)
Roll a tight, air-free cone that pipes a crisp line — the sheet, the funnel technique, filling without bubbles, and the fixes for cones that leak or skip.