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Henna Leaf (Red) Powder

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$2.95 
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Henna comes from a bush sometimes called the mignonette tree. The powdered leaf is used to produce natural hair dyes and a stain for a form of traditional body art known as Mehndi.

Our red henna, which is a blend of henna leaf, rhubarb and other herbs, will produce varying degrees of auburn depending on your natural shade.

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a.
quick look

information at a glance

approximate cups to one pound4
originindia
ingredientsA blend of: Lawsonia inermis (86%), Rhubarb (10%), Centaurea (1%), Litmus (1%), and Lichen (2%)
plant part usedleaf
processingpowder

b.
buying & keeping

general guidelines and tips

storage tipsStore in an airtight container in a cool, dark cabinet.
appearance & aromaDeep grass-green powder.

c.
uses

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cosmeticUse to add red tones and highlights to your natural hair shade.
safetyMay cause contact dermatitis in some people. Be sure to perform a skin test before using. Don't apply to broken skin.

d.
flavor profile

powdered
henna leaf, (red)

Not for culinary use.

e.
formulas & recipes

powdered
henna leaf, (red)

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f.
what else you should know

powdered
henna leaf, (red)

Powdered henna is made from the dried leaf of Lawsonia inermis, a small subtropical tree also known as Egyptian privet. Henna has been used as a natural dye for textiles, leather and other materials for centuries. Today, it is a popular alternative to chemical-laden, permanent hair dyes.

The active color agent in the leaf, hennatannic acid, is activated when mixed with an acid to make a paste. In contrast to chemical-based hair dyes that penetrate the hair shaft, henna coats each strand to lend depth of color and shine. Our red henna is formulated with a base of Lawsonia inermis, to which small amounts of rhubarb, Centaurea, lichen and litmus are added.


One of the most frequently asked questions we get regarding our henna powder is why does it contain other herb ingredients. Pure henna (100% Lawsonia inermis) creates a slightly red color.  Small amounts of different herbs are blended with lawsonia to get different henna colors like black, blond, chestnut etc.

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