Re: henna usages
Posted by Anon on November 25, 1999 at 06:14:35:
In Reply to: henna usages posted by stacy on November 25, 1999 at 05:51:19:
Even in a simple formula, it takes acid to make the henna stain. I
wouldn't want that near my eyes. I don't know if the henna itself
would be a chemical irritant - certainly the powder would be a
physical irritant. Definitely I wouldn't want clove oil or any of the
fancier ingredients near my eyes! Then again, even if I could deal
with tattoo pain, I don't think I'd let anyone near my eyes with a
needle unless it was to save my sight.
In general, henna on the face doesn't last very long because the skin
exfoliates fairly fast there, taking the henna stain with it. I don't
know about the eyelids in particular. As the stain fades, it often
becomes orange-brown and can also become patchy, so the color would
either need to be re-done or covered up when this happens. Basically,
it's not an experiment I'd recommend, but if you really want to try,
then first do some simple henna on safer skin 'til you see how it
works. Then maybe try on your face, but not near your eyes. Then if
you do decide to try an "eyeliner", take some serious precautions and
have someone around to help you just in case, please.
Look for Indian grocery stores, and ask for henna when you get there.
Most don't list on the web. If you don't want to visit a store, then
use one of the online sources (others on this forum have had good
experiences with several suppliers - look for recommendations).
- Re: henna usages Kenzi 18:19:40 11/27/99
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