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Henna is absorbed into the top layer of the skin, therefore, before applying, it is necessary to remove the stratum corneum with a scrub or peeling. Ideally, the skin should be well steamed, with open pores, so that the henna penetrates deeply. If hairs grow, it is recommended to remove them.

Lubricate the drawing area with mehendi oil. It warms the skin well, opens the pores and provides a more saturated color pattern.

Prepare a napkin or cotton swab in advance to immediately wipe off excess henna.

drawing

Apply a stencil (if you use one) to the prepared skin, hold tightly or trace a pre-drawn pattern.

We are waiting for the drawing to dry. Depending on the henna, from 30 to 90 minutes.

Henna dries completely in about 20-30 minutes. To prevent henna from drying out and cracking, spray the drawing with a special solution. Mix water, lemon juice and sugar. Pour it into a spray bottle. Spray the pattern periodically.

After drying, carefully scrape off the remaining henna with a wooden stick (toothpick). Once again, gently oil the skin to fix it.

DO NOT USE OIL FOR WHITE HENNA!

In no case, do not wash off the henna with water. Try to avoid water procedures for 3-4 hours so that the pattern is better manifested.

At first, the drawing will be orange. But after 4 hours, the pattern will begin to darken. After 1-2 days, the drawing will be as dark as possible.

Helpful Hints

1. Before any contact with water, you need to wipe the drawing with a small amount of vegetable oil.
2. Try not to visit baths and saunas, and in general, do not steam the skin
3. Do not rub the drawing with a washcloth, do not peel
4. Avoid contact with aggressive detergents, cleaning and washing dishes - only with gloves!
5. Do not rub the mehendi - any mechanical action removes the top layer of dead skin cells and removes your drawing along with it.

Both men and women want to have a beautiful body. Many of them seek to decorate it, but not everyone can dare to get a permanent tattoo. After all, the taste may change, but the tattoo remains. An alternative would be henna drawing: quick, easy and painless. You can try to make such a bio-tattoo before applying a permanent tattoo.

What is mehendi?

Henna can be used not only as a means for dyeing hair and eyebrows. She makes amazing body paintings, called mehendi . Henna drawing in the modern world is called biotatu, mehndi, mehandy, mandy.

The history of mehendi begins in ancient Egypt, where only representatives of high society could decorate their bodies with paintings. A few centuries later, henna patterns migrated to India, where they began to have a somewhat religious character and were called "Indian painting". In European countries, mehendi appeared not so long ago, but quickly became popular.

You can learn about the history of mehendi from the video:

The technology for creating patterns in all countries is approximately the same, but everywhere there are individual characteristics.

Oriental beauties know that each drawing carries a certain meaning, so henna painting should fully correspond to the occasion. Patterns for every day can be simple, but wedding painting is usually intricate.

The convenience of henna tattoos is that they are done for a while and remain on the skin for a maximum of several weeks. The procedure for creating a pattern is absolutely painless and can take place in the salon (and can be done at home).

How to make mehendi at home, see the following video:

Henna, which is used for painting, is presented in the form of a fine powder. The plant from which it is obtained is called cinchona. The leaves of the tree are collected, dried and crushed. The composition is distinguished by medical indicators: it helps to relieve irritation and heal minor wounds. The coloring composition is absolutely harmless, it does not penetrate deep into the tissues, but only stains the surface of the skin. You can decorate with a pattern absolutely any part of your body, it all depends on your imagination and desire to draw.

Pattern styles

Beautiful drawings in each country have their own meaning. Women in European countries emphasize their sexuality with the help of mehendi, give themselves a certain mystery.

Henna drawings for women in Muslim countries (as well as in Africa and India) have a special meaning, ritual and a little magical. Henna patterns are used by beautiful ladies to attract love, wealth, to protect themselves from evil forces.

Women make mehndi patterns on their bodies to be more attractive in the eyes of their husband. Thanks to the medicinal properties of henna, they retain their youth and beauty longer.

The style of the drawing depends on the characteristics of each country, because each nation has its own religious customs, which are reflected in the mehendi. The most common styles are:

• Arab. The main feature of this painting are intricate patterns. Most often, the Arabic style is a floral ornament and the main features of oriental painting, does not have clear application parameters.

• African. This style is very easy to recognize as it is a harmonious blend of geometric shapes and lines. Drawings should emphasize the lines of the parts of the body on which they are applied.

• Indian. This is a very complex style. Patterns can be plants, animals and any shapes. Each drawing carries a special hidden meaning. Indian technique paint a significant part of the human body.

• European. This is the youngest style of all. It combines all other styles. There is no special meaning in the patterns, as well as the rules for applying. What pattern will be applied to the skin is decided directly by the person himself, relying on his own taste.

The sacred meaning carries not only the pattern, but also the part of the body on which it is applied.

What does location on different parts of the body mean?

Henna painting can be done absolutely on any part of the body.

Many women emphasize their beauty in this way. It doesn’t really matter where the pattern is located, it all depends on the desire of the woman.

Modern women make mehendi in open areas of their bodies: on the face, neck, arms and legs. Women who are going on vacation at sea can make a drawing on their stomach, back, collarbone - and even draw arrows on their eyes using henna.

The fair sex can please their men by making mehndi on their chests. By the way, such a choice can add charm if the mehendi is visible through the neckline or in a swimsuit.

The composition of the paint for mehendi is completely natural, however, some components can cause allergies. Therefore, you should not apply an image to the same place more than twice a month.

Consider the most common places for drawing henna.

Mehendi on the hands

Hands are chosen most often because they are always visible. Painted hands riveted the eyes of people. You can apply images on the hands or only on the palms, or you can paint the arms to the shoulders.

Images on the hands can be any: floral ornaments, intricate oriental motifs, unusual geometric compositions, animals. Mendy looks spectacular in the form of rings on the fingers or bracelets on the wrists.

The location of the biota should also be taken into account. Henna patterns on the left hand influence a person's decision making. The most used images on the left are drawings that symbolize good luck - for example, an elephant. Mendi on the right hand reflect the thoughts and desires of the owner.

Biotat on thighs

Such drawings are preferred by women who need to intrigue a man and kindle a love passion in him. Very often there is a lotus, which is a symbol of purity and femininity.

The pattern on the thigh can be depicted as a garter. The width of the pattern can be any. If you need to hide the mehendi, you can simply wear a long skirt or pants.

Mehendi on the face

This is a very unusual arrangement of the pattern, which is not done just like that. Usually the face is decorated for special holidays or parties.

The images on the face are usually small. Drawings are chosen heavenly and divine themes: stars, crescents and others.

However, it should be remembered that the skin on the face is very delicate. To avoid irritation or an allergic reaction, natural henna should be used. You need to do an allergy test first.

Patterns on the neck

They emphasize the ambition of their owner. The image of the lizard symbolizes wisdom, the vine symbolizes friendliness. On the neck, you can depict not only animals, but also make inscriptions: names or hieroglyphs.

Drawing on the chest

Mehndi in the palm of your hand

In this case, the drawings are made in the African style. On the back, geometric figures are depicted, which have a special meaning: the square symbolizes stability, the triangle - protection from negative influences, the sun - immortality.

Images on the legs

Women's legs always attract attention. There are no restrictions, and each girl can choose a drawing to her taste. However, there are nuances in the arrangement of the mehendi: the pattern on the right leg symbolizes determination, on the left leg - the search for one's own path, on the right foot - the selfishness of nature, on the left foot - loneliness.

The symbolic meaning of the drawings

Henna drawings help emphasize your individual style, reveal the beauty and character traits. Someone prefers abstract ornaments, someone likes animals, and someone likes flowers. Some drawings may well become a talisman for their owner.

It is not very difficult to make this or that pattern. It is more difficult to choose an image that would fully correspond to the inner mood and express the person's beliefs.

You can see examples of mehendi drawings and choose something for yourself in the following video:

Consider the most common images and the meaning that they conceal in themselves:

Floral ornament or individual flowers- most often chosen by the representatives of the fair half. Such patterns symbolize feminine beauty and tenderness. The rose (as the most commonly chosen flower) signifies happiness and joy.

Turkish cucumber- is chosen by young girls who dream of getting married. Married women who choose this ornament seek to bring prosperity and prosperity to the family.

Owl- as you might guess, this is a symbol of wisdom. Mehendi with an owl symbolizes the flexibility of the human mind.

Feather- the image symbolizes an extraordinary and bright personality.

Elephant- its value depends on the location of the image. It can attract good luck, or it can mean dominance and dignity.

curved lines- oddly enough, but it is they who can bring good luck in work and career growth.

"Dreamcatcher"- designed to protect a person from evil spirits and negative influences.

Crown- such a pattern is perfect for those who seek to achieve power and surpass their competitors.

Image of a cat- means independence, grace and beauty. Most often, such a pattern is located on the shoulders or legs.

The Dragon- a very ambiguous drawing. It is filled with sacred meaning and symbolizes the honor, nobility and strength of its owner.

Scull- a symbol of masculinity and magic. Mekhedni with a skull are made by strong-willed women.

Lotus means purity and innocence.

Peacock- emphasizes the passion of nature.

Types of henna

The main ingredient in mehendi paint is henna.

The saturation of the color and the durability of the picture directly depend on its quality. When choosing henna, you should pay attention to its origin and formula.

It comes in the following varieties:

natural- it is of natural origin. This henna is sold in the form of powder or finished brown paint. When purchasing a ready-made product, make sure that its expiration date has not yet expired. In addition, the brightest color will turn out if the henna is made no more than three months ago. The packaging has a conical shape, so the paint is easily applied to the skin. The texture of the paste should not contain lumps, it should be soft, but not runny.

color- it contains chemical components. The paint is sold in finished form (in special tubes). Today, red, black, green henna and products of any other color are sold. Mehndi, applied with a similar composition, looks very similar to tattoos. However, be aware that chemical additives can cause irritation or lead to allergic reactions. But do not think that paints are produced only with a chemical composition. There are also a series of color dyes, the composition of which is as natural as possible.

The color of the image largely depends on the type of henna and skin tone. It may end up not quite brown or, for example, orange.

You can buy mehndi paint at special outlets with Indian goods, order it on the Internet site or buy it in a salon where henna body painting is done. There you can find not only natural paint, but also colored.

How to make DIY painting paste?

Can you make paint at home?. To do this, you need to prepare the necessary ingredients, sketches and a good mood in advance.

It is not necessary to buy paint at all, you can make it yourself and use it the way you want.

To make a coloring composition, you need to take henna for mehendi or simple henna for hair coloring (but then you need to grind it well), lemon, sugar, coffee, tea leaves.

How to prepare paint for mehendi, see the following video.

There is more than one recipe for making dye, here are a few of them:

• Squeeze the juice of one lemon and dilute 2 tablespoons of sugar in it. Then you should gradually introduce henna powder (20 g) and mix constantly until a homogeneous consistency is obtained.
• Brew 100 ml of strong tea, add the juice of half a lemon and 2 tablespoons of sugar to it. Add 20 g of henna to the resulting mixture and mix until a homogeneous composition.
• Brew a cup of coffee and add 3 drops of olive oil, 3 teaspoons of lemon juice to it, then mix everything thoroughly. Add 5 tablespoons of henna to the resulting composition and mix thoroughly.

The finished composition cannot be immediately used for drawing on the body. He needs to stand for a day in a dry, dark place. It is advisable to use dishes for cooking pasta, which it will not be a pity to throw away, since it will be impossible to wash it.

Application technology at home in stages

When the mixture is ready or bought in advance at the store, you need to properly prepare the skin for drawing: peel and remove hairs.

In addition, if you do not know how to draw or do not know what kind of drawing to make, then take ready-made stencils.

Mehendi creation technology:

• Prepare all the necessary drawing tools.
• change clothes in the right clothes.
• Handle skin with alcohol, and then with eucalyptus oil.
• Postpone drawing on the skin with a pencil or fix the stencil.
• Apply paste from the tube should be a thick layer. If the drawing goes beyond the contour, then the excess paint must be removed with a cotton swab.
• Henna dries up to 12 hours. The longer the paint stays on the skin, the brighter the pattern will be. From time to time, you should sprinkle the skin with lemon juice.
• dried paint should be removed with a wooden stick.
• Picture treat with eucalyptus oil.
• protect the skin from moisture for 4 hours.

You can see the technology of applying mehendi at home in the following video.

How to properly care for a tattoo?

Mehendi lasts from one to four weeks. It depends on the type of henna, the professionalism of the performer and the implementation of the rules for care. In order for the drawing to please you with its color longer, you should take care of it:

• Apply daily on natural oil pattern.
• Before water procedures oil should also be applied.
• Do not rub the pattern washcloth or scrub.
• Don't go to the bath and avoid contact with very hot water.
• If possible leave the area of ​​the body with the pattern open.
• Reduce physical activity.
• Do not epilate where the drawing is located.

Mehendi cannot be removed, the drawing itself will disappear for some time.

Popular Drawing Ideas

The procedure for painting henna on the skin is best done in a warm room.

If you are making a drawing yourself for the first time, then it is better to first apply the contour to the skin. You can prepare sketches and work on them.

For the first time, a simple drawing will do.: a simple geometric figure, a small flower. The entire final pattern can consist of curves and straight lines; additional dots can be applied as decoration.

Drawings with natural ornaments will look more spectacular if you additionally apply a few lines.

When the hand is already full, then it will be possible to start creating more complex images.

You can practice a little henna drawing on paper. To do this, draw an image and carefully circle it with paint. First you need to draw straight lines, and then move on to more complex parts. If you have chosen a pattern that is made of repeating elements, then after training you can start painting the skin.

Sketches are another alternative. Attach to the body and calmly apply the paint from the cone. The main thing is to sketch all the voids. It is necessary to ensure that the stencil fits snugly against the skin (and that nothing gets under it). Once the paint is dry, carefully remove the stencil. The advantage of this application is the reusability of stencils.

The human body is a perfect creation of nature. However, people from time immemorial tried to make it even more beautiful. For these purposes, they came up with decorative ornaments, tattoos. And in the last few years, young people are increasingly turning to the ancient art of body painting - mehendi. In order to decorate your body with an intricate pattern, you do not need to go to the salon. The wisdom of applying henna to the body can be mastered at home.

History of appearance

The most popular mehendi on the hands

English writer John Donne: "The soul is a hieroglyph, and the body is a book to read."

The origin of this art form causes a lot of controversy: it was traditionally believed that mehendi (mehendi, mehndi) originated in ancient Egypt. However, the peoples of Indonesia, India, Africa attribute authorship to themselves. And yet, the Egyptian roots are more justified, since it was there that the hands and feet of the dead pharaohs were covered with henna. The Egyptians believed that in this case the gods would help the dead to freely enter the afterlife. In modern India, mehendi is applied to the entire body of the bride before the wedding. There is a belief that the brighter the drawing appears, the more she will be loved in her husband's family.

Styles

Mehendi is a way of self-expression

Initially, mehendi became popular as an alternative to tattoos. After all, its application is painless, and the drawing itself can be selected for a specific occasion or outfit, since it disappears after a month. Mehendi patterns are a special type of painting, the nature of which is determined by one of four styles:

• in the Middle East, henna artists prefer floral patterns that do not have a strict application scheme;
• North African mehndi are geometric patterns that match the shape of the legs and arms;
• in Pakistan and India, an ornamental pattern is applied not only to the foot and hands, but also to the ankles, forearms, imitating gloves or stockings;
• Indonesian motifs are a mixture of the previous three. It is these drawings that are especially popular with modern youth, as they give room for creativity and self-expression.

Materials needed for mehendi

Working with fast henna is more difficult than natural

Everyone can learn the ancient art of mehendi, and even more so in the age of the Internet, when you can easily find instructions, tips, etc. But you should still start with the choice of materials for painting.

1. Henna. There are two types: natural (only in brown) and fast (with the addition of special dyes and preservatives).
2. Tassels, but this tool is used, as a rule, by professional mehndi craftsmen. They should be made of natural pile - then the drawings will be applied easily and beautifully. You can buy brushes designed for mehendi, or you can take the usual ones for painting with paints.
3. Cones are henna application tools recommended for beginners. Thick paper (for example, wrapping paper) is folded in the form of a funnel, henna paste is squeezed out through it. If the paste is used purchased, then the role of the funnel is performed by a tube with a cut tip.
4. Stencils. In order for the drawing to turn out neat and even, it is necessary to prepare a stencil, according to which the pattern will be applied. You can use ready-made sketches, or you can draw your own.
5. Cosmetic pencils needed to outline the boundaries of the pattern on the body.

Benefits of different types of henna

Natural henna provides a durable pattern

Henna plays a huge role for high-quality drawing. If you are a beginner, it is better to use natural, because:

• it appears a couple of hours after application, so there is time to correct the drawing;
• the pattern will wash off after 2-3 weeks;
• the intensity of the color depends on the place of application (feet, palms - the most "bright" areas).

By the way, the brightness of the color is determined by the degree of keratinization of the skin. The fact is that henna acts on the keratinized layer of the skin, staining it with its pigment.

To obtain multi-colored patterns, fast henna is used, however, there are a number of nuances in the use of this type of coloring pigment:

• the drawing appears instantly, so there is no way to correct sloppy strokes;
• mehendi keeps on the body from 4 to 7 days (depending on care), but the intensity of the pattern on all parts of the body is the same.

How to make pasta

The mehndi mixture should resemble the consistency of toothpaste.

You can make henna paste for mehndi yourself. Moreover, there are several options for its preparation.

First option:

• mix half a cup of very strong tea leaves with the juice of ½ lemon;
• add 2 tablespoons of sugar;
• we fall asleep in a cup of henna so that a thick paste is obtained;
• insist 20 minutes.

This paste can be stored up to 2 days.

Second option:

• Mix 4 teaspoons of instant coffee with a glass of water;
• put on fire and boil until ¾ of the original volume of liquid remains;
• sift henna, mix with coffee;
• add 5 drops of eucalyptus and clove oils;
• insist 2 hours.

Third option:

• mix chifir (very strong tea) with the juice of ½ lemon;
• add henna, stir. You should get the consistency of toothpaste;
• add a drop of vegetable oil;
• insist 4 hours.

Fourth option:

• pour three drops of lemon juice and olive oil into a glass of hot strong tea or coffee;
• add 4-5 tablespoons of henna;
• mix until a paste is obtained.

This mixture can be stored in a dark, cool place for about 20 days.

Popular mehendi sketches

Mehendi on legs is especially in demand in summer Ornate drawings suit young girls If you combine different shades of quick paste, you get whole pictures on the body Indian mehendi style resembles gloves Hands and fingers are the most comfortable places for mehndi Geometric mehndi are usually drawn on the ankles. The bird on the back symbolizes freedom A bird with feathers will look good on the neck

How to make a template and stencil yourself

Even simple patterns look very original

There is a large selection of pattern templates, but they are usually of the same type, made in the same style. And mehndi is a reflection of the inner world, so you can create a unique pattern. You can build your own sketch by mixing different techniques, for example, placing Middle Eastern floral ornaments in North African geometric shapes. Professional mehndi masters can work without a stencil - a drawing on paper that completely repeats the outlines of the body part on which mehendi will be applied. For those who are just starting to work with henna, it is better to use it. If mehndi is drawn in the palm of your hand, then:

1. On paper (it is better to take tracing paper: it is thin, so it will be easy to apply it to the body) we transfer the outlines of the palm.
2. Cut out the drawing elements.
3. We apply the stencil to the body and apply paste to the cut out cells.

Stencil Gallery

Stencils with thin lines require painstaking fitting Drawings with large elements are easier to draw
Pattern options The stencil drawing is smooth
Mehendi on the hand always looks beautiful

The process of applying mehendi without a stencil requires special attention

The main principle when applying mehendi is slowness. The slower and more carefully you work, the more accurate the result will be. So let's look at the process step by step:

1. We clean the skin in the place where the drawing is applied with a scrub and steam it well.
2. We apply a stencil.
3. Warm up a cone or tube of pasta in your hands.
4. Squeeze out the henna in a thick layer onto the stencil.
5. Let dry for 40-60 minutes.
6. After the paint begins to crack and become a saturated color, rinse with warm water. To better take the drawing, the place of application can be wrapped with cellophane to increase body temperature.
7. Wet the place of the mehndi and grease it with any oil.

mehendi care

Mehndi requires some care

After applying mehndi, a lover of original jewelry on the body has a question: what to do so that the pattern is preserved for a longer time? Experienced craftsmen recommend following six basic rules that will help maintain the brightness of the pattern:

1. Apply oil (coconut or olive oil) before each contact with water.
2. Do not rub mehendi.
3. Do not lather.
4. Do not use a washcloth.
5. Don't exfoliate.
6. Do not go to the bath or pool.

Video: Henna painting master class

To learn how to draw mehendi beautifully, you need to be patient

Anyone who likes this type of drawing on the body can start drawing mehendi. By the way, henna has healing properties (for example, it helps to restore the skin after burns), so many peoples drew mehndi as a medical procedure. Beginning masters of henna painting need:

• take into account the time factor (creating a drawing, applying it is a long procedure, so please be patient and in a good mood);
• pay attention to the quality of the material (the better the henna, the more beautiful the drawing);
• do not neglect the preparatory stage (it is better to sift the henna several times before adding it to the paste so that there is no lump that can disrupt the clarity of the picture);
• prepare good stencils (they help to apply the drawing correctly and accurately).

In today's world, there are many options to stand out from others. One of these methods is applying mehendi to the body. This decoration, in addition to aesthetic value, carries another important mission - it helps to express the inner world. In order to learn how to make mehndi from scratch, you do not need special skills and expensive materials.

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Henna drawing on hand

Mehndi, mehendi, bio tattoo - yes, yes, it's all about the same thing, about a tattoo applied with henna. I won’t get into the jungle and I won’t talk about the origin, how long they have been used for body painting, you can easily find all this yourself. An article about mehendi for beginners, that's what we'll talk about, let's dwell on the main points.

Making paste and cone at home for henna drawings

Let's start with making henna at home. Of course, those who live in a big city can easily and naturally buy everything in specialized stores. Stencils, ready-made paste, cones, order through the online store, or just go to the tattoo parlor, where they will be painted. For those who do not have such opportunities or someone wants to do everything with their own hands, we will tell below how to do everything yourself.

For cooking, we need glass or ceramic dishes. Better glass, glass is chemically neutral.
Plastic film, spoon (plastic or wood) sieve for sifting, so that there are no lumps. We take 3 tbsp. l. henna, lemon juice, 2 tbsp. l. sugar, essential oil (cloves, orange, tea tree, whatever you like).

And so we begin: we sift the henna, thus removing the lumps that will get stuck in the hole of the cone. Sifted henna (3 tablespoons) put in a bowl, add 6-9 tbsp. l. lemon juice. We add the juice in parts, you need to make sure that the paste does not come out liquid or thick, you should get a homogeneous mass of medium density.

When oxidized, henna has a more saturated color, so we add juice, not water. Put a tablespoon of sugar into the prepared mixture, mix thoroughly until completely dissolved. When sugar is added to the paste, a property appears in which the paste hardens longer, and the longer it hardens, the longer the effect on the skin, respectively, the pattern will last longer and look brighter.

In addition, sugar makes the paste more plastic and protects against the appearance of cracks in the pattern. At the end, add 15-20 drops of ef. oil, stir. The addition of oil makes the composition neutral, and also nourishes and softens the skin.

We tightly close the film and put it in a dark place for 10-12 hours. The next day, add another tablespoon of sugar, mix thoroughly, the result should be a homogeneous mass, similar to sour cream.

If it turned out liquid, add henna powder, thick lemon juice. We close and until fully ripe we remove for 3-4 hours. All pasta is ready.

In the video, one of the recipes for cooking pasta:

cooking cone

In principle, the cone is not difficult to prepare. Need:

• wrapping paper
• transparent tape.

Some people make it out of polyethylene.

We will make from paper. The paper should be easy to wrinkle and at the same time be strong enough not to tear.

1. Cut out a square about 10 by 10 cm, roll up the bag. Here you need to follow two rules, the bag should not be wide so that it is comfortable to hold in your hand and not narrow so that it is easy to place the pasta.
2. We put the bag on the finger (index), wrap it with tape, there should be complete tightness, when pressed, nothing should seep into the rifle. We put the paste in a bag, a little more than half, carefully fold the edges and glue it to the cone with tape.
3. Let's move on to the crucial moment, how to determine how much to cut off from the bottom of the cone? The thickness of the extruded paste should be approximately 2 - 3 mm, we focus on this criterion. From the bottom they cut off a little - a little squeezed out, everything looked fine, we begin to draw.

Simple sketches for beginners with henna, stencils, photos

If you can draw and have a sense of proportion, consider half the work done. The video below shows simple drawings for which a beginner, with the ability to draw, can eventually master more complex sketches.

According to the principle from simple to complex, first we master simple elements, gradually moving on to complex ones, the main thing here is not to rush, you need to “fill” your hand on paper, and then proceed to the tattoo on the body.

Some patterns need to be drawn from the center, gradually moving from narrow lines to straight lines. Finish the drawing with rounded elements, no need to end with corners and sharp lines.

Over time, skill will come, the main desire and perseverance, and you will achieve your goal.

Video - taking the first steps

What about someone who can't draw? For this, there are stencils, a simple and effective way out. The advantages of stencils are that they can also be used in (shine) tattoos, and they also save a lot of time for applying temporary tattoos. Do not require drawing, pasted a stencil, applied paste, carefully removed and free.

Stencils are made from a special waterproof paper that resembles a film. One of the sides of the stencil is covered with an adhesive layer, due to which it fits snugly to the body. That allows you to avoid blurring and indistinctness of the drawings.

Using a stencil is, in principle, not difficult:

• from the area where the tattoo will be, remove the hair and degrease.
• remove the paper layer from the adhesive side of the stencil, apply it to the body and press firmly.
• we remove the film from the upper side, the stencil itself remains on the body, usually black, with slots for drawing a picture.

After applying the paste, carefully remove the stencil and admire the work done.

The meaning of henna tattoo

To navigate the whole variety of mehendi symbols, let's define some of them:

1. Bracelet - symbolizes success in love.
2. The vine (grape) is devotion.
3. Octagon - indicates protection from different sides
4. Disk for - courage, the gift to command others.
5. Drive for, chaste character
6. Star (six-pointed) - perfect harmony between a woman and a man.
7. Star (five-pointed) - five elements (air, sky, earth, fire, water).
8. Grain - abundance in the house.
9. Umbrella - protects from earthly problems.
10. Square - a stable and honest life.
11. Whip (goad) - self-control and self-esteem.
12. The chariot is the mind, versatile knowledge.
13. The cross is the source, and is also the link between earth and heaven.
14. The cycle of life is a circle.
15. Line (curve) - portends good luck, career success, overcoming all difficulties.
16. Swan - success in endeavors.
17. Liana - means perseverance, a successful undertaking in business.
18. Bow and arrows - a happy marriage, overcoming all difficulties.
19. Crescent (moon) - beauty is not earthly.
20. Points - a woman's love for her husband.
21. Peacock - love, desire and passion.
22. Parrot is a messenger.
23. Sink - protects from troubles, victory.
24. Rose is virginity.
25. Fish is the desire for love.
26. Earring - the character of the creator, speaks of poetic and musical talents.
27. The sun is an all-encompassing deity, power. Rays - bring life to the world.
28. On a man depicted a trident - denotes Shiva, (heroism, will, determination).
29. Trident on a woman - connected with the earth, inner strength, vigor.
30. Flag - comfort and well-being.
31. Fruit - symbolize the essence of immortality.
32. Flowers - show the transience of childhood, the beginning of a new life.
33. Indian cucumber - patterns similar to drops, symbolizes fertility, by the way it has many names (tear of Allah, oriental cucumber, Turkish bean, buta, paisley)
34. Shri Ganesha with the body of a child and the head of an elephant is the patron of ingenuous and innocent people, the patron of children. The God of knowledge and education, in India is revered as the God of prosperity and wisdom
35. And finally, an elephant - an elephant is generally a versatile person, a symbol of dignity and power, intelligence and power. The god Indra, the owner of the elephant, sends rain to the earth - a symbol of harvest, abundance and fertility.

The symbol is military prowess, victory over death and glory. It is not in vain that Ganesha is depicted with the head of an elephant - a symbol of a sense of proportion, foresight and wisdom.

Elephants live long - a symbol of immortality and longevity. It is also a symbol of the mercy of the Buddha and all-consuming kindness.

In China, a symbol of happiness. Elephant walking on a tightrope - shows his readiness to be peaceful and submissive, to fulfill the will of the owner.

Here is such a cute elephant turned out. These symbol designations will help when choosing a pattern for a temporary tattoo.

Rules for applying mehendi

Before applying the tattoo, the skin must be prepared. The principle of action of a henna tattoo occurs due to coloring substances that penetrate into the upper layer of the skin (epidermis). Over time, the epidermis is updated and the tattoo will come off by itself.

1. From the skin area where the drawing will be applied, we remove the hair (peeling), remove the dead skin cells with a hard washcloth with soap. The skin must be dry and clean.
2. To improve the effect, you can take a hot shower before the procedure. From the heat, the pores of the skin will open, and the skin itself will become warm, which will improve the absorption of henna.
3. In order for the qualities of henna to manifest in full force, the drawing should remain wet for as long as possible, for this you can smear it with lemon juice with sugar or one juice. Sometimes left for 7 - 8 hours, so that the henna would completely "give" the color to the skin.

After drying, the paste must be very carefully removed from the skin. If it is not removed, in no case do not use water, the tattoo may leak and leave unsightly stains. It is better to moisten a little with vegetable oil and try again. There is no need to rush with water at all, after removing the paste, do not wet the area with the tattoo for 3-4 hours.

Henna tattoo after drying

How to draw a henna tattoo

Well, it looks like we are ready for the final part, drawing the picture.

1. Before you start drawing, test for an allergic reaction.
2. With eucalyptus oil, wipe the area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe skin where the pattern will be, the henna color will be brighter, last longer, the paint will lie more evenly
3. Practice on the glass, put the glass on the sketch and trace it. If there are mistakes, you can always correct them.
4. Decide on the pattern, if you are not sure that you can handle it, prepare a stencil or a water-based felt-tip pen, sketch on the body, and then apply paste on it
5. Always start from the back of the skin so you don't damage the finished drawing. If you make a mistake, remove the sloppy line with a napkin dipped in oil, but the trace may remain

Video - applying simple patterns

How long does it last and how do you remove it?

In order to prolong the life of your tattoo, follow simple rules:

• do not wet - before contact with water, wipe the tattoo with vegetable oil
• do not steam the skin - refrain from visiting saunas, baths
• do not rub the drawing with a washcloth, refrain from pilling
• wash dishes and tidy up - do not come into contact with aggressive detergents when wearing gloves
• do not rub, do not scratch - mechanical action removes the layer of dead cells, and with it your drawing

And what to do if you need to urgently remove the henna tattoo, of course, for a maximum of three weeks, it will come off by itself, but what if. We got up in the morning in a bad mood, even the tattoo of the eye “calms” or the drawing didn’t like it, there can be a lot of reasons. With regret, I must inform you that such a tool does not exist, since you spent it with a sponge and everything disappeared, you can speed up the process, you can’t remove it right away.

We will not consider any exotic methods, such as sea salt, consider only what is at hand:

1. We take a lemon and baking soda, pour 2 tablespoons of soda into a bowl, squeeze out the lemon juice, stir until a thick mixture is obtained, add soda or juice if necessary
2. Apply the resulting mixture to the tattoo, wait NOT more than 10 minutes, rinse with a washcloth or sponge in a circular motion, rinse again with a hand scrub
3. Vegetable oil, oddly enough, can be suitable for this purpose. We heat it up to the threshold of tolerance, generously lubricate the tattoo, wait 5-10 minutes, remove it. Be very careful to avoid burns.
4. Any lotion used for cosmetic purposes on an alcohol basis, apply on a napkin, wipe
5. You can use vodka, hydrogen peroxide, 10% ammonia solution, but these products are not suitable for removal from the face.

What should not be used to remove:

• Acetone
• Petrol
• washing powder
• Wiper
• Means for washing dishes and surfaces

Video - applying henna tattoo

The art of applying underwear painting has more than one thousand years. Recently, young people prefer real mehendi tattoos - painting with natural dyes, in particular, henna. Such patterns allow you to quickly transform your appearance without any special consequences, because they will not remain on the body forever. Therefore, you can apply a pattern to your skin as often as you like, depending on the mood and style of the outfit.

How long does mehendi last

The birthplace of this technique is Ancient Egypt. Later it spread to the countries of the East and Asia, but the real craftsmen live in India, Morocco and Pakistan. Each nation invested a special meaning in painting and preferred a certain direction: some residents had plant drawings, while others had images of animals and geometric patterns. Some body jewelry was designed to indicate the status of the wearer, while others endowed with a deeper sacred meaning and the ability to attract good luck and scare away envy and anger.

Europeans became infected with this art relatively recently and also began to make mehendi on the body in the form of various ornaments, flowers, oriental patterns. Today, on the streets of a large metropolis, you can meet bright girls with mehendi on their hands, dressed in boho style. Drawings on other parts of the body look no less original - neck, shoulders, abdomen, hips. The pattern made in the ankle area is extremely common.

With proper care, the image made with henna stays on the skin for 7 to 21 days. Every day it will gradually brighten, and then disappear. The durability of the pattern largely depends on the level of preparation of the skin: it must be done either by peeling and removing all the hair in the right place. The final color of such a biotattoo will depend on the selected area on the body. It must be remembered that the mehendi on the legs will look brighter than the pattern on the stomach. And if immediately after application the color is only slightly orange, then after 48 hours it will darken, and then completely acquire a bright brown tint with noticeable redness. Other dyes of natural origin help to change the color of henna - basma, antimony, etc.

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Henna for mehendi at home

To decorate your body with an original image, you can go to a beauty salon or purchase a ready-made composition in a specialized store. However, there is a better and more economical way: henna at home can be used to prepare the desired composition. All that is needed for this is, in fact, the dye itself in powder, a couple of lemons, sugar and some kind of essential oil, for example, tea tree.

Manufacturing steps:

The henna recipe for mehendi may include either strong black tea, but the above option is a classic.

How to apply mehendi

There is nothing easier for people with the talent of an artist to draw their favorite image. Beginners should get a special stencil in advance, as well as make a cone from moisture-resistant paper and cut off its tip. In addition, to draw thick and clear lines, you can use a medical syringe, after removing the needle from it. And thin lines are conveniently applied with a toothpick or makeup brushes.

You can practice in advance and sketch out a sketch of the future drawing on paper. And you can do as tattoo masters do: apply a draft version with a pencil on the skin. When the henna dries, it can be removed with water.

How to apply mehendi

As already mentioned, the skin must be well cleaned, and then degreased, that is, wiped with alcohol. After that, a little eucalyptus oil must be rubbed into the selected area. It will contribute to better penetration of the coloring composition, which means that the resulting pattern will have a more saturated color.