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What is henna?
Henna (Lawsonia inermis) is a dye plant used since ancient times to naturally color hair, skin and nails. Native to North Africa, India and the Middle East, it is recognized for its fortifying, purifying and protective properties. Rich in lawsone, a natural plant pigment, henna is a healthy alternative to chemical colorants, offering coppery to auburn shades while strengthening the hair fiber.

What are the benefits of henna?
Henna is much more than just a hair colorant: it has numerous benefits for the hair and skin:

• Natural hair color: Adds copper, mahogany or auburn highlights, depending on the natural base.
• Fortifies and thickens hair fiber: makes hair denser and more resistant.
• Balances the scalp: Regulates excess sebum and soothes irritation.
• Brings shine and radiance: restores vitality and luminosity to dull hair.
• Prolongs the hold of plant-based colorations: acts as a protective base.
• Purifies and purifies the skin: used as a mask to regulate oily and acne-prone skin.
• Protects keratin in hair and nails: improves strength and elasticity.

What are the different types of henna?
There are several varieties of natural henna, each offering specific nuances and benefits:

• Natural henna (copper red): Provides warm, luminous highlights.
• Rajasthani henna: More pigmented, it gives intense red tones.
• Egyptian henna : Softer, it offers subtle orange highlights.
• Yemeni henna: Highly coloring, ideal for deep auburn tones.
• Neutral henna (Cassia obovata): Does not color, but strengthens and beautifies hair.
• Black henna (Indigo): Adds dark brown to black highlights, often combined with red henna.

Tip: For customized color, mix different types of henna and vegetable powders such as indigo, amla or walnut stain.

How do I apply henna to my hair?
Applying henna to hair requires a few steps for optimum results:

• Mix the powder with warm water to form a homogeneous paste.
• Leave on for 30 minutes to 12 hours, depending on intensity.
• Apply to clean, dry hair in thick layers.
• Leave on for 1 to 4 hours, under cling film or a hairnet.
• Rinse thoroughly with clean water, without shampooing, within 48 hours for optimal color.

Tip: Add lemon juice or yoghurt to enhance pigment fixation and hydration.

Does henna dry out the hair?
Henna can slightly dry out hair, especially with frequent use. To avoid this:

• Add moisturizing agents (aloe vera, honey, yogurt, vegetable oil).
• Use nourishing treatments after application (oil bath, moisturizing mask).
• Alternate with neutral henna, which strengthens without coloring.

Does henna cover white hair?
Yes, but coverage depends on the method used:

In a single application: gives a coppery sheen to white hair.
In two stages (red henna followed by indigo): For even brown or black coverage.
Tip: The longer the henna is left on, the more effective the coverage of white hair.

Is henna compatible with chemical colorants?
Natural henna is compatible with chemical dyes, but some henna containing metallic salts can cause :

Unwanted highlights (green, orange).
Damaged or brittle hair.
Chemical reactions with oxidizing colorants.
Tip: Always do a strand test before mixing henna and chemical coloring.

Is henna suitable for blond or light-colored hair?
Yes, but you have to be careful about the shade you obtain:

Red henna gives intense coppery highlights.
Neutral henna enhances color without changing it.
Henna with indigo can gradually darken.
Tip: For a natural golden hue, mix neutral henna with turmeric or saffron.

Is henna good for the skin?
Yes, it is used in body care to :

Purify and mattify oily skin.
Soothe skin irritation and inflammation.
Traditional temporary tattoos.
Natural henna is also used in Ayurvedic toothpaste to purify the mouth.

Does henna present any risks or contraindications?
Natural henna is harmless, but a few precautions should be taken:

Avoid black henna containing PPD, a toxic substance that can cause allergic reactions.
Do not use on bleached hair without first testing, as it can give greenish highlights.
Avoid in case of allergy to dye plants.
Tip: Always check the composition of your henna, and choose 100% pure, natural henna.

How often should I apply henna to my hair?

• Every month to maintain color and strengthen hair.
• Every 2 to 3 months for a conditioning effect without pigment saturation.
• Neutral henna every 2 weeks to strengthen hair without altering color.

Can henna be combined with other natural hair care products?
Yes, it goes perfectly with :

Amla and shikakai: for denser, shinier hair.
Shea butter and coconut oil: For ultra-nourishing hair care.
Clay and rhassoul: For a purified, balanced scalp.