If you’re considering using henna hair dye as an all-natural alternative to traditional hair dye you’d use in a professional salon, there are a few things you should know before getting started. The first time I used it, I hadn’t done my research and regretted it!
I’m sharing these tips so that YOU won’t make the same mistakes I did.
Here’s what I think you should know.
1. Is Henna Good For Your Hair?
Henna hair dye is considered a good conditioner for your hair, and as a result can make it stronger, thicker, and shinier. It may help to restore the natural pH balance of your hair and scalp, too!
2. How Long Does Henna Stay in Your Hair?
Henna is a permanent hair dye. The color is most vibrant for the first 4 to 6 weeks, and in my experience it starts to gradually fade after that, but I’m not sure it ever goes away completely.
Keep in mind that if you want to dye your hair later, it may be difficult to go lighter in color. Henna is very hard to lift out of your hair later! (I found this out after the fact– and was disappointed that I couldn’t get my hair highlighted for nearly a year after dying my hair with henna.)
3. It’s Messy to Apply & Can Stain Your Skin
The first time I used henna, I had no idea what I was getting myself into. I highly recommend working the henna through your hair in the bathroom– ideally standing in a dry shower, so you can rinse away any mess when you’re done.
When mixed together, henna has the texture of mud and it can feel a little awkward to apply. As a result, there’s usually some that drips on the floor, and down your forehead.
Before you apply the henna dye, protect your skin by using a thick balm or cream to create a barrier. I rub it around my forehead, ears, and neck.
4. Henna Hair Dye Can Take a Long Time to Set
Depending on the vibrancy you want, henna can take 1 to 6 hours to develop.
That’s a long time to have your scalp wrapped in a shower cap. (The shower cap keeps the dye warm, and therefore, more effective, while also preventing drips so you can walk around your house!)
I should note that I can only last 2 hours before my patience gives out, and usually my hair turns out well!
5. Henna Will Not Necessarily Even-Out Your Hair Color
In my experience, if you have roots or highlights when you start the process, you’ll still have roots or highlights when you’re finished. (Henna can cover gray hair, but it’s a slightly extra process.)
I happened to have roots and highlights the first time I used henna (you can see before pictures of my highlights and roots at the top of this post), so you can see how the reddish color varies throughout my hair, where I had more blonde highlights. I was hoping for a more even color, so this aspect was a little disappointing for me. Without the noticeable roots, I think this would be pretty!
6. It Can be Difficult to Change Your Hair Color AFTER using Henna
Some brands of henna dye have metallic salts added to it, and as a result, you cannot use chemical hair dyes over them. (The result is a chemical reaction that causes your hair to smoke!) It’s important to let your hair dresser know that you’ve dyed your hair with henna before you get started, so they are prepared.
In my case, I was able to even out my hair color after using henna using a semi-permanent dye. My stylist had to apply it twice, however, because she said my hair was not receptive to absorbing the color after using the henna. (Normally, my hair takes to dye very quickly!)
It should also be noted that my hair did not lift with bleach easily after using henna, so we had to go a shade darker, rather than lighter. I love getting my hair highlighted, so this something I wish I knew before getting started!
Which Brands of Henna Hair Dye Are Best?
There are always new brands entering the market, but I’ve only tried two brands so far. Most recently, I used Morrocco Method when trying to cover gray hair, and it worked really well! I love that it has no metallic salts added, so I didn’t have to worry about my hair smoking later if I got my hair dyed at a salon.
The very first time I dyed my hair with henna, I used Lush brand. According to their website, they add ingredients like lemon juice and coffee grounds to their henna, but I don’t believe they add metallic salts to their products, either.
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I hope these tips prove helpful for anyone interested in trying henna, too!
Reader Feedback: Do you color your hair? Have you ever tried using henna hair dye, or would you like to?
Ancient Sunrise Henna has excellent hair products. Including other plants like indigo for good grey coverage. Been using it about three years.
Use a powdered form of henna instead of Lush blocks. Much easier to mix & apply
I have thing hair would this be a good dye for because it’s natura
Literally just go to an indian grocer and buy pure henna powder. It’s completely safe to use chemical dyes over (even bleach, I’ve done it for years) and it’s a lot cheaper and you can tweak the recipe to fit your needs – I just mix henna powder with some chamomile tea until it’s the consistency of yogurt, then stick it in my hair (usually overnight-I’ve never made a mess, even on the towel I put over my pillow).
Why bother with all this nonsense when you can do it all for $3 with better results (Mine lasts perfectly over a year with one dye, minus the roots!) AND it’s safer and there’s no problems with dyes over it. The problems with dyes over henna come entirely from metals in some non-pure henna dyes… the ones that have things other than henna in them! So if you stay away from those, it’s perfectly safe to dye over it
I have my henna in right now <3
I always mix my henna with amla though, because henna can straighten curls and amla reverses that effect (amla doesn't give more curls, it just reverses the straightening effect henna can have)
I have been coloring my hair with henna for 4 years now. Love it. I let it sit after I mix it for 24 hrs first. Then let it sit on my hair for 2-4 hours. I freeze any unused henna and I also use hot coffee instead of water to mix. Results are a deep red on top of my graying, brown hair. GRAYS look like highlights.
So what is so strong in henna that makes it permanent? How can that be if it is all natural?
My experience with henna and some basics….Used it for years and loved it. It made my hair so soft, sleek, and shiny, got lots of compliments. I only stopped using it,because my greys started to come in a bit quicker (and I’m not ready for them yet), the contrast was too much compared to the brown/red, and I was having to color more frequently. To do the whole color process properly, it takes time. It’s not a matter of mix and slap it on for an hour. You have to time to get the right color release, put this thick mud mix in your hair, and I let mine sit overnight-slept with a plastic shopping bag and towel on my head. It’s very sandy too, so it’s a pain to rinse. I loved the shade I had, was kind of a brownish red with an auburn hue to it in the sunlight. It was an ordeal to color, but IMO was well worth it. Oh, and the smell…I didn’t mind it so much. Think the smell of cut grass on your head for a few days. I usually mixed some pumpkin pie spices in.
So, if you want red, you use henna. Want black hair, then you use Indigo. Mixing henna and indigo together (and you’ll have to look up the recipes for the percentages because the shades can vary on the percents) and you get a brown. There’s another called cassia obovata which is a yellow dye, but don’t really expect it dye your hair blonde. Can cover greys, and lasts about 2-3 weeks,but has the same conditioning/shining properties as henna.
Buy from a reputable place. Some as mentioned, are just chemicals in disguise. Products left on for 45 mins and actually dyed the hair? Nope, not henna. Some can cause serious allergic reactions. I don’t know if I can put recommendations or not, but there’s a forum called henna for hair and that place associated with them is supposed to be good(I’ve never bought from there), and the one I have used is called Henna Sooq.
No, you can not dye your hair with regular dye after using pure henna. I heeded the warnings I read. Frog butt green is the color you can end up with. With my greys, I decided to go back to a darker blonde. I let my hair grow out and did a lot of big hair cuts (14 inches first time). As my roots got further grown, I tried a semi permanent color, matching my henna’d color. I was careful to only get it on roots just in case. I used Natural Instincts by Clairol. Had no problems with it, lasts about a month. Takes time and patience for it to grow out though. I’m finally close to the blonde I want, and I’m going to start using the cassia obovata for blonde because I can tell a big difference in the look of my hair for the worse, it misses the henna 🙂
Most importantly, research everything. It’s a big commitment. If you’re one to constantly change colors,this isn’t for you. I’d recommend staying away from the “pre-made” browns, strawberry blondes, etc. Research how to make the color you want, and do it yourself. That way you have a better idea of what’s in it. And FYI, strawberry blonde will most likely come out copper red.
I’ve been searching the Internet for hours trying to get an answer to a seemingly simple question—- can you use styling products right after henna? I have coarse curly hair and really don’t want to be a frizz ball all weekend
Yes, I don’t see why that would be a problem. I’m pretty sure I did!
I just stumbled upon this post, and although I have never dyed my hair (cluck!-cluck!-cluck!), I do have some information and a comment or two for you and your readers, regarding using henna for hair dye. First of all, I know all that I do, because at one time in the past I was very interested in doing Mehndi artwork, which is the Indian art of temporary designs on One’s hands, typically, for weddings. It is also where henna temporary tattoos originated. Because of my interest, I did a LOT of research and learned a lot, some of which I will share below:
1) Please be very careful when sourcing your Henna.
Not all vendors are clear on where they source their ahenna or what it contains (“other commpounds you mention).
2) ONLY USE 100% PURE Henna!!
If you don’t use pure Henna, you run the very REAL risk of a very nasty and sometimes permanent burns, and even scarring! Just google Henna+tattoos+reaction or +burns, or +scars..sometimes, it is from the essential oils used to speed or deepen the dye process. BUT, many unpure, (meaning not 100% Henna products) contain certain chemicals, and even tar in them. Stop and consider that in India the mfgr process isn’t as tightly regulated as here in the U.S., so (imho) it is a roll of the dice every time One uses a product that isn’t “100% Pure Henna”
3) There is NO SUCH THING, as “Black” Henna, period! To achieve black Henna they afd chemicals or tar, therefore it is unsafe to use (imho), remember you are putting it on your scalp (right next to your brain, aka the medical ‘blood brain barrier’, meaning something crosses from outside your system, into your blood, and makes its way to your brain, is a short one due to geography and all the blood vessels locall.) There is a safe option for blavk hair dying that is all natural;however, this is long enough.
So, there is a ton of other info and details I could go into, with regard to using henna for hair dyeing, but this is long enough.I only really wanted to prevent someone from endring up injured, because they just jumped in and tried Henna Hair dyeing without knowing many of the pitfalls or how to stay safe through a few tips.
Best of Luck to you & your readers always, and I hope you have a Great 2018 Holiday Season!
Hello!
I was wondering if you know anything about the Lush line of henna hair dye. I have been wanting to dye my hair with it since the holidays last year, but I have my worries. I was also wondering if you know if henna will stain your natural highlights? I have light brown hair with blonde highlights and have never dyed my hair. I am worried that if this hair dye is permanent, will it stain my highlights forever?
Thanks,
Callie Haverda
I have my natural hair….I just need a product to fortify and nourish my hair…. Can I use Henna for this purpose?
I would like to try henna dye. But my roots are all grey. Will henna cover them? Is it worth to try? I have been coloring my heir with regular dyes with peroxide in them for 30 years. Your response is very appreciated.
I don’t recommend using henna unless you like orange hair!
Hi I’m loosing my hair can I stain my scalp with henna?
I have been using henna to color my hair for about 7 or 8 years. You need to make sure that your henna is all natural without chemicals. Two good brands are Rainbow Henna and Silk & Stone. They are powders that you simply mix with water. Natural henna is a very healthy way to color your hair. I am fortunate to have a experienced stylist who knows how to use henna. However, it can be done at home. Just follow the instructions carefully.
Your hair turned out uneven because you didn’t section your hair and apply the henna in sections, you just glopped it on your head and massaged it in. This is a super common mistake that at-home hair dye enthusiasts make. I made it myself when I was first starting out. When you’re working with ANY hair product like this, you should get about 2 dozen little clips and section your hair into 1-2 inch locks and just work on one lock at a time so you can ensure even coverage. I don’t think people realize how much of an impact the application has. You can be working with the best products on the market, but, if you apply the products unevenly, your hair will still be uneven.
Hello!
I am thinking about dying my hair red with the henna dye. I was a little disappointed when I saw it was a permanent dye. My concern about that is this;
I have never dyed my hair before, it is light brown with natural blonde highlights. I would love to dye it red, but after reading this, I am worried my highlights will not come back after dying my hair (as in they may disappear under the red and if the red is permanent, will they be gone forever?)
Thank you!
Callie Haverda
My highlights grew back out at the roots, so they aren’t gone forever, but I do think the highlights that were dyed with the henna remained red and I eventually dyed over them to make my hair more brown again.
In my country we add tea to the mixtur to kill bacteri that causes itching, Nescafe instant coffee for a darker brown color instea, we add sun dry pomegranates skin for oily hair, we add fenugreek for think fast growing hair
Henna texture can be abrasive on strands. The focus is often on chemical molecular reactions with henna but seldom on its fine,sandpaper like texture which coarser thicker hair can tolerate, but not finer hair.
Walking around with a heavy load of mud on the head has given me headaches in the past. I therefore limit the duration to 1hr30min.
Mixing lemon juice literally fries my hair. I have tried milk which helps to smooth the paste.
It’s important to search for finely sifted,powdery textured henna that has few visible grainy blobs as this will allow for less abrasion when applying and removing.it.
Henna on grey roots will adhere like glue and be a vibrant orange yet older hair at the ends have a tendency to appear dull,medium to dark brown in colour with not much bounce. You need to be careful of too much over layering.
I personally have not had reactions with henna+additives like Sodium Picramate with reg drug store.dye..
I tried using henna once many years ago, and all I can say is, “Thank goodness Halloween 🎃 was the next day!”
Hi! Thanks for the great article and information.
I’m getting ready to use a box semi-permanent henna hair dye on my hair.
I’m curious and wanting to know if I can later use Manic Panic on it afterwards.
Thanks.
This was extremely informative and helpful, thank you so much for the article!!
Hello,
I have used Surya products for a long time. The color tends to stay vibrant for about 4 months, sometimes longer. Back in February, I decided to lighten the hair to a medium blond from medium brown. The hairdresser did the lightening and highlights. It is now Thanksgiving and it is time to color. Henna is being considered again. Thanks for sharing your story.
What semi permanent dye did you use please?!
Can I know what colour we get after applying henna on golden bleached hair
I was going to but now that I have the facts about henna I think I’ll stick to my semi perm. Thank you very much 😊
I used hena my daughter wanted me to as a natural product , i hated the mess and smell of it and i dont like red in my hair it was auful so i added indigo bit better a lot of faff .i whent abbout 6months later to have my colour done at a salon , i had washed and been in pool many times , any way i have this band of green halfway down my shoulder length hair its horrid . How can i get rid of it .??
The way you show dying with henna is ridiculous..You dye your hair just tlike you would with chemical hair dye. You use a brush..and hit the scalp and then draw it through the ends. I have been using henna for about 10 years and it is absolutely awesome and easy to apply..Not the goopy mess you show here.
Thanks, I never used henna and I think I will try it. The hair color treatments do not take anymore on my coils and made my hair break off.
Another tip too that I learned the hard way, when you do your root touch ups, just do your roots. I was shooting for a brown with red highlight look using henna and indigo. Initially it was cool, I loved it. It was a medium to dark brown but had an auburn almost burgundy red highlight to it. When I’d do my roots, I’d slap it on my whole head at the same time. pop on my shopping bag cap, then a towel for extra warmth, and I’d actually sleep with it to get a full 8-10 hours of it on my hair. Doing my whole head every time changed the color to more of a red/copper that I didn’t care for anymore. So only put it on your whole head towards the end of it for a little refresher if you like the color you’ve achieved.
And, the main reason why it may be a problem to switch back to chemical dyes, it’s very possible for your hair to end up a green color. And, it’s the same before using henna if you’ve used chemical dyes. Always strand test first.
Henna sooq Hs the best quality henna ive ever used. They have blogs and a number you can call for help mixing your recipes. Henna is very personalized as everyones hair is very different. Stopped using chemical colors bc I got very sick. Haor starting falling out amd turning grey at a rapid rate….now my hair is healthiest its ever been and growing out so fast.. ot takes about 2 henna treatments to cover my greys, but I also dont use indigo henna. Use amla powder and white sage & hibiscus infused hot tea as my liquid.
Again henna sooq products are far superior. Get it to yogurt lile consistency Apply with a color applicator brush and its not messy at all. Wrap the hair, leave set for 3 hours. This person dodnt research AT ALL the history benefits and uses of henna. Had she done so, she could have prevented this massive screw up. Henna is a plant that stains. It works differently than chemical hair color. It helps the health of the hair not just changes its color. Its a pretty big commitment..but also can be a lot of fun learning and figuring out how to mix and match to make your own unique color and hair health regimen. If you want something premixed, henna is not for you. Any henna that comes in a premixed box is a surefire way to get less than savory results. Happy henna-ing!!!
Do you wash your hair before doing henna?
You made a great point about how it is permanent and is vibrant for the first 4 to 6 weeks. My husband and I are looking for a natural hair dye service that can help us keep our hair healthy. We will keep these tips in mind as we search for a professional that can help us best.
Because I started having a very bad allergic reaction to quemical hair dyes I started using henna. The first time was scary. I just bought organic powder henna with nothing else. Then I staryed making my own mixtures adding indugo and cassia. I am so happy with my hair. It looks better than ever. Im very happy with the coverage of my grays and the best part is I don’t get an allergic reaction.
I also had horrible reaction to dark brown permanent hair dye. I believe it was the chemical PPD that did it. A third of my hair fell out. I started using henna in 2 steps for my gray hair. First the henna treatment and then the indigo. It looks good except where my hair fell out in the front. Maybe I could try some bangs .It takes me all day to cut it myself ( A Covid long bob) and put on the 2 step henna and indigo. The true color comes out on the 4th day afterward. No more allergy. My head burned for weeks from the chemical hair dye!
Debra54 here again. I forgot to tell you that my hair was long when I had the allergic reaction. I cut it into a short bob and grew it out natural before I put the 2 step henna treatment for gray hair on it. At first, my hair was fiery red, but the second step with the indigo turned it a dark brown Just a little bit red after 4 days.. I have done this twice now and it lasts a long time. However, I had semi-curly hair, and now it is straight. I am not sure it was from the allergic reaction, my graying hair, or the henna treatment. It is best to follow the directions as closely as you can and take your time. It is messy. The second time was easier. The henna and the indigo were from Morrocco Method online. I am going to try the amla powder next time.
Would like to try it out
What lush henna did you use on your highlights and How log did you keep olit on your hair. I ve got same highlighted hair and just put lush caca brun on my hair. I love your result!
I’ve used henna twice, I wish that I had seen this post. Now I’m afraid to dye my hair, it it starts to smoke I’ll probably faint. I didn’t know henna was permanent. I thought it washed out. Thanks so much for your information.
I have previously used henna to dye my hair for various periods in my life and after much research I purchased from Hennasooq.ca and hennasooq.com as their henna is always (BAQ) body art quality and have no other additives that can cause horrible hair reactions like burning your hair right off or causing it to turn bright green. Being that my hair was commercial dyed at the time I switched over to henna I wanted to educate myself as much as possible!! Best starting advice? read everything you can About henna and dying process before you take the leap, thankfully I did do lots of research before my first time and learned all the very important basics like about being careful that you use Only BAQ henna which are products free of any synthetic additives or any (salts) chemicals like the author mentioned. But I also learned about things like sift quality, crop quality and freshness and what the dye content of each type of henna powders offered on the site I choose to use had. sift quality is very important as a poor sift quality of your henna powder overall can be a red flag for the Overall quality of your chosen product in general (you shouldn’t find any sticks or other bits in your henna if it has a high quality sift) and the smoother the sift of the henna the creamier or smoother your henna mixture will turn out once ready. I loved the gorgeous vibrant henna red colour I would end up with (I used the red raj henna from henna sooq that had the highest lawsone dye content) I also added hibiscus powder and amla powder as well to boost the red tones and Add shine. Remember that depending on your henna powder you need to allow enough prep time for the dye to be released into your henna mixture. I would mix Mine in a ceramic bowl first adding only my henna powder and my chosen acid which was lemon juice (no plastic Bowls) you need the acid to activate the dye release process from your henna I would take my mixture and then seal top with Saran Wrap and I mean really get it in their tucked right in right across the top of the mixture in my bowl then I put in my glass lid and wrapped my bowl in tea towels and placed that bowl in my oven (turned off) and let it sit for about 12 hours you can see a significant change in the colour of your henna mixture once the dye is released and depending on the henna you choose the “developing or release time” can vary so check with the website you purchase from henna sooq website offers very detailed instructions and you can email questions if you need further info. I also learned that it’s best to keep it simple at first with your recipe follow instructions from your chosen site and only add the other stuff I mentioned I add to my recipe once the full dye release process is complete. You really need to see what works best for you and There are no silly or bad questions when dealing with putting anything in your hair that is essentially permanent as henna tends to be
The author is very correct that applying henna is like making a huge mud pie on your head and you need to be very very generous when applying your henna Mixture to each hair section don’t skimp or your results may not be as vibrant or cover all those stubborn horrible grey hairs and you must let it sit on your hair for at least 3-6 hours to get the vibrant red tones you are looking for. Warning ladies with long hair once applied full head the henna will feel very heavy compared to a commercial dye when finished and it can smell very grassy and natural smelling if that’s not your cup of tea you can add essential oils to your mixture like cardamom which really does add a very rich mystical type scent. Personally I got used to the natural smell of my henna mixture and it does not linger in your hair once rinsed and washed well.
I also added coconut milk to my henna recipe which added some moisture and made my henna mixture creamy and less drippy and of course I then Saran Wrapped my head to keep in warmth and boost red tones and then wrap up in a old tshirt that you don’t mind getting stained. I would also use a a product from hennasooq that is a multi use balm along my hairline and ears but the more I applied the better I got. But henna is Still always very messy ladies and watch out when rinsing as I realized that I have some lovely areas of auburn coloured grout in my shower from henna splash back when rinsing.Overall I found my henna experience to be excellent giving me beautiful results colour wise each time and not to mention once you have your best henna recipe routine down cold It is far cheaper in overall cost than commercial/salon colour services. It is also good for your hair and you can really get into a whole lifestyle of changing your hair care routine from commercial products to using other natural clean products also offered on the site I purchased from. Really I learned a huge amount about the benefits of Ayurvedic hair care but again start simple and follow directions and even a complete newbie can get excellent stunning results from their first time.
Greetings!
I have been using henna from scratch for quite a while now. One of the nice things about it is that it doesn’t provide that solid coat of hair color allowing for a more natural look. This means the highlights are also more natural while providing free of charge more natural highlights.
With that being said, thank you for providing such a well thought out and delivered explanation of your process and experience. Im information gathering for a friend who is making the transition to henna and this will be a lovely piece of info to add!
I have been using henna for over 10 years. Real henna should be soaked overnight before using to bring out the color and left on for at least 2 hours. If you put a plastic shower cap on, cut holes in it or your hair will smell really bad. I put a little essential oil in mine before I use it to help with that and wrap a cloth rag around my hair instead of a shower cap. Also I follow the treatment with indigo to make the color more brown than red. Indigo can be mixed about 30 minutes before application. I leave that on for 20 minutes to an hour max.
I would like to try. I have short dark hair with gray roots. Any advice?
do you need to bleach your hair before henna or will it work on brown hair? (i want to dye it copper)
thank you
First time i am seeing a person blaming henna which is 100% safer than using an Artificial dye. U also mentioned wrong things that henna will start dripping down ur forehead. It will drip if u dont know how much water to add. Also u said henna can take 6hrs to get color. Absolutely wrong, u only need 2 to 3hrs max.
I’ve been using henna for years it has improved my hairs volume, texture and overall has made it healthier. The longer you keep it in the better I usually use it on a day I have nothing planned. You can use it once a week or once a month since it will not damage hair. I mix my all natural henna with varies natural products
1 tablespoon or more of organic apple cider vinegar which helps the henna penetrate the gray the color result will be slightly lighter it will look like highlights. Increase very small amounts of vinegar into henna mixture till you get the desired effect on gray hair.
1 egg adds protein to hair.
Fresh black coffee instead of water intensify color.
I have also boiled a Beet and used the Red water to mix into henna for an added boost of color.
Henna takes 1-3 days to really fully see the color pop but the more you use henna the healthier your hair becomes.
I’ve tried many different brands over the years but the best I’ve found were from stores that carry Indian products which have the most natural ingredients which makes sense since for decades henna has been used for tattooing.
When using natural henna it’s best for dark hair and the results depend on hair condition,chemical use on hair and length long hair will use more henna.
AlWAYS AlWAYS DO A STRAND TEST!!
I am interested in trying henna to color my hair, but I am concerned as to what the finished results will be, and how difficult to correct. Also, how much control do I have over the final results when using henna?
I have highlighted with bleach over my henna for years! There is no need to wait a year to do this.
I use Mumtaz henna- yellow box with a cartoon lady in a pink dress on it. Mix it with coffee, lemon and walnuts. Feels soooooo good on my scalp! Covers greys well, although it’s pretty red, my eyebrows never end up matching. I’ve got to figure out how to dye them too without everything dripping in my eyes. My husband hates the smell, but it’s such a great conditioner, I don’t care. I can’t get behind the “do not wash grey hair every day” train, so I like the henna conditioning the best.
I’ve been using henna for more than 35 years now. I use one part red, one part burgundy, and then add one part cinnamon powder, mostly to extend the henna because I have really long hair and also because it smells nice afterward.
I’m started to go grey, but only in a narrow fringe along the front hairline so for now, I’m using it as usual and waiting to see how it looks as time goes by. I have a few natural lighter streaks that have always been brighter than the rest of the hair ( natural colour is dark brown) and so far, so good.
I prefer Light Mountain brand if I can get it when I want it but have also used Colora and currently, use Rainbow Research burgundy and Light Mountain Red.
For most of those years I mixed it with hot water, but last time, I mixed it with lemon juice, having read that this would make it stick better to the grey hair. I left it on for around 3 hours instead of the usual hour and it looked great when it was done, so I’ll probably keep on doing it that way from now on, for as long as I can.
I don’t have to treat my entire head anymore – there are so many layers of henna on the longes hairs, it is never going to fade. I suspect if I find I want to let the colour go and go grey, which for now, I don’t want to do, I’l have to chop the hair very short indeed.
Hopefully I’ll be a henna head right up to the day they bury me.
Absolutely great review; extremely helpful!
Thank you!
What is good for your hair is healthy for your skin also.
I’m not so sure I should be using shampoo as body wash.
So would I be able to use Henna now since I’ve already used permanent hair dye a month ago?