A dark henna stain comes down to quality paste and smart aftercare. Here's how to maximize your color from start to finish.
Start with clean, exfoliated, oil-free skin. Any lotion or residue creates a barrier between the henna and your skin, lightening the result.
Leave the paste on for as long as possible and keep warm. Heat opens your pores and deepens the dye release — some people gently warm the area near a heater or wrap it.
Avoid water for the first 24 hours and moisturize with natural oils thereafter. With fresh, high-quality henna and these steps, you'll enjoy a rich, lasting stain that develops over two to three days.
