Open Directory - Arts: Bodyart: Bodypainting: Mehndi
- 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. - Information about tattoos, henna paste ingredients, aftercare, and how henna works on the skin. Includes a brief history and merchandise. - FAQ section, application techniques, image gallery, and black henna information. - Supplies, information, designs, background details, and body care items. - Features a discussion on the body decoration practices in India and Arabic cultures. Open to questions and the sharing of knowledge. Membership information. - Background and historical information on this ancient art. Recipes and methods of application, tips to getting a good stain, and an artist directory. - Designs for the hands and feet. Artwork submissions accepted. - Volunteer peer assessment for Henna Artists. Tests and certifies a henna artist’s understanding of the fundamental principles of henna, skin, hygiene, safety, culture and traditions. - 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. - Paste recipes, photo gallery, before and after pictures of henna application. - Information regarding how long the stain will last after application and a description of what it is like to have henna body art done. - Images available for download on various mehndi designs. - Small selection of images for download. - Image gallery and henna application information.
