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Henna Aftercare

My part is done.  The rest is up to you!

"Quick-look"  Aftercare Instructions

  1. Let it dry

  2. Leave it on for 2-8 hours

  3. Scrape it off

  4. Apply Aquaphor before water-exposure

In-depth Aftercare Instructions
for a fabulous stain

  1. CAREFULLY Allow henna to dry for approximately 15 minutes                     (just like when you get a manicure)

  2. Return to me to get it sealed with sugar solution                                           (this helps it stick to your skin longer)

  3. Leave henna paste on your skin for 1-4 hours.  The longer you leave it on, the darker/longer-lasting the stain.  

  4. To remove the paste, scrape (or rub, pick, or peel) it off with the edge of a credit card.                                                                                                        (do this over the sink and not on your floors, as the bits will stain carpeting)

  5. Use any cooking/kitchen oil to remove sticky residue.

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Your stain will change from orange to brick-red over 3 days and then gradually fade away in 1-2 weeks. 

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For a long-lasting stain, apply a balm prior to water exposure.  

Examples are: Aquaphor, Vaseline, Lip balm, Shea butter, cocoa butter, 

Henna and Jagua both start off light in color and become darker over 5 days

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