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Describes the beauty of traditional, Indian style body adornment. [Lubbock Avalanche-Journal]
Discusses the popularization of mehndi in the west. [Christian Science Monitor]
Instructions on making your own paste and a simple recipe you can follow. [About.com]
Information, history, and resources. How to make and apply henna paste, free patterns for download, photos, and suppliers list. [About.com]
Explores the purpose of mehndi in various cultures.
A look at how this beautiful reddish dye has become synonymous with Hindu weddings, and has made waves in the West. [About.com]
A guide to making your own cones at home. [About.com]
Fact Sheet dated April 18, 2001 regarding the application of skin staining products.
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The Art of Mehndi
Highlights a shop in Massachusetts, The Bohemian Barber, and talks about the popularity of this ancient art in the west. [The State News]
Position statement concerning para-Phenylenediamine and similar substances and their use in skin stains. Adopted by the SCCNFP. [European Commission]
Discusses some of the cosmetic and medicinal uses for the henna plant. By Dr. M. Laiq Ahmed Khan. [Islamic Voice]
By Ratan Patel. Talks about the changes in the art of henna as it becomes popular with urban youths. [The Tribune]
A short history about this ancient body art. [About.com]
A simple guide with some suggestions on getting you started in making your own designs. [About.com]
Discusses the popularization of henna in the west. [The Tribune]
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The Exotic Hip
Discusses the westernization of mehndi and how the media helped to turn a ceremonial ritual into a fad. By Bhumika Muchhala. [Zine 375]
Warning page about the dangers of black henna containing P-Phenylenediamine (PPD).
