Initially, using henna to create body art (also referred to as mehndi) gave desert communities a way to cool down in extreme heat conditions. Applying henna to the palms and the soles of one’s feet in ...

Moroccan weddings are known for their vibrant traditions and rich cultural heritage. One of the most important rituals is the henna ceremony, which holds deep symbolic meaning. This event is usually ...

Henna is made from the leaves of the henna plant (Lawsonia inermis), the henna dye is used to create beautiful and temporary designs on the skin, particularly on the hands and feet, as a form of body ...

In 1997, when Madonna and Gwen Stefani started sporting henna tattoos, the Western world took notice of these gorgeous and artful techniques. But we were already behind the times. This traditional ...

Sana Nisar grew up with henna as part of her everyday cultural landscape. Now the Charlotte artist wants to show how this ancient practice is an art form with endless possibilities. Self-taught, Nisar ...

Neha Assar can spend up to three hours holding a bride’s hands before a wedding. She will also devote three hours to holding her feet. Ms. Assar is a henna artist specializing in mehndi, the ...