Depending on how often it is washed, whether or not it gets rubbed during normal activity, and how well your skin soaked in the design to begin with will determine how long your design will last. Usually, they last at least 2 weeks, sometimes as long as 4. The stain will slowly fade until there is nothing left. Then, you can start all over again!
How to Apply Henna Paste and Care for Your New Art
By Karen L. Hudson, About.com
During the next 24 hours, do not wash your henna art if possible (difficult to do if it’s on your hands) or wash it as few times as possible. Apply a light layer of olive oil or henna oil every few hours and allow the color to darken on its own. After 24 hours, you’ll see the “true” results of your henna stain.
Prev
- Applying the Design Freehand
- Using a Pre-Drawn Image
- Drawing on the Design
- Fixing a Mistake
- Drying the Henna Paste
- Curing the Henna Paste for More Intense Color
- Removing the Paste
- Henna Art Aftercare
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