How to Mix Henna for Body Art
Are you new to henna? No worries – we've got you covered! Follow this easy, one-step recipe for fuss-free henna mixing. It's the same recipe I personally use.
Ingredients:
- 100 grams quality henna powder
- Lemon Juice (1 - 1 1/4 cups, approximately - divided)
- Sugar (none or up to 2 tablespoons, adjust for dry/humid climates)
- Equal Parts Lavender & Tea Tree Oils (1/3 - 1 oz)
Mixing Steps:
- Add henna, sugar, and essential oils in a bowl.
- Add lemon juice, achieving a thick mashed potato consistency.
- Cover with plastic wrap, ensuring the wrap touches the henna.
- Allow time for dye release (6-16 hours for ORa henna, 24-36 hours for Jamila henna with lemon juice).
- Check for dye release every 4-6 hours using a dot on the hand.
- Adjust to desired consistency with more lemon juice after dye release and mix well.
- Strain the henna if desired.
- Fill individual cones and freeze until ready to use.
If you are using water instead of lemon juice, check for dye release every 2 hours. Dye releases faster with water, but the henna also demises faster. We recommend lemon juice.