A versatile plant-based treatment

Used in age-old beauty rituals, natural henna is prized for its ability to color without harming, while providing strength, shine and protection to hair and skin.

Description

Fine powder, green to olive green in color, characteristic herbaceous and slightly earthy odor.

Nomenclature

• Common names: Natural henna, Real henna
• Latin name: Lawsonia inermis
• Family: Lythraceae
• Part used: Leaf
• Form: Powder
• Origin: North Africa, Middle East, India
• English name: Henna powder
• German name: Henna Powder
• Name in Spanish: Henna powder
• Name in Italian: Polvere di henna
• Name in Arabic: مسحوق الحناء

Main virtues

Natural plant-based coloring, scalp strengthening, skin beautification and protection.

Main constituents

Lawsone (natural red-orange pigment), tannins, flavonoids, mucilages, saponins.

Use and dosage

• Hair coloring: Mix the powder with warm water to obtain a creamy paste, apply to clean, damp hair, leave on for 1 to 3 hours depending on the desired color intensity.
• Body henna: Preparation of a thicker paste for artistic application to the skin (hands, feet, etc.).
• Fortifying treatment: Incorporate into hair masks to strengthen and add shine to the hair.

Precautions, side effects and contraindications

• Perform an application test beforehand to avoid any risk of allergy.
• Use only pure natural henna (avoid henna containing chemical additives or PPD).
• Do not apply to open wounds or irritated scalp.

History and origin

For over 5,000 years, natural henna has been a staple of the aesthetic traditions of the Maghreb, the Middle East, India, and many other cultures. A symbol of beauty, protection, and celebration, it remains a benchmark in plant-based cosmetics.

Miscellaneous information

• Packaging: lined kraft bag or airtight opaque box.
• Storage: dry, cool place, away from light and humidity.
• Shelf life: 12 to 18 months.

Sources and references

• Pl@ntUse – https://uses.plantnet-project.org
• Traditional texts of African and Oriental natural cosmetics

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