A New Henna Thread

can i get the same benefits of henna without waiting for the color to release? I'm not interested in the color. So if i mix up some henna, leave it for 2 hours then keep it in overnight will it still work. My last henna was a month ago, it was my first henna and i used Nupur. I didn't really notice any difference, only a slight change in color. This time i'm using Jamila Henna but i don't want a very 'red' result because i'm putting in yarn braids in a few weeks. I also have some amla powder. Can i mix hennas?????
 
Hey, considering doing my first henna treatment. If I wanted to use henna just for its strengthening and thickening qualities and not to color my hair, do I have to let the mixture set overnight?

My hair is BSL. How many grams do I need?

This is my proposed recipe:

- henna
- plain greek yogurt
- olive oil
- coconut oil
 
wednesday said:
can i get the same benefits of henna without waiting for the color to release? I'm not interested in the color. So if i mix up some henna, leave it for 2 hours then keep it in overnight will it still work. My last henna was a month ago, it was my first henna and i used Nupur. I didn't really notice any difference, only a slight change in color. This time i'm using Jamila Henna but i don't want a very 'red' result because i'm putting in yarn braids in a few weeks. I also have some amla powder. Can i mix hennas?????
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You can mix henna and herbs for sure. But the chances of getting no color especially with good henna powder are slim. WHat I mean is that good henna powder will retain color or dye for awhile. So the amount of red you get does depend on your hair tone as well. But it's hard to kill dye release in some henna powders. It'd be better just to use cassia then. OR since you have the henna powder already just add at least 25 to 50% amla powder to tone it down and get the benefits of the amla as well. Keep it mind henna can loosen curl pattern for some, and the amla keeps the coils tighter.

I hope this helps!
 
BGT said:
Hey, considering doing my first henna treatment. If I wanted to use henna just for its strengthening and thickening qualities and not to color my hair, do I have to let the mixture set overnight?

My hair is BSL. How many grams do I need?

This is my proposed recipe:

- henna
- plain greek yogurt
- olive oil
- coconut oil
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No you can let the henna powder as a paste sit for less time then if you aren't concerned with color results.

The recipe sounds really good. Just make sure to add the yoghurt at the end and make sure to mix it thick until you add the yoghurt so that it isn't too runny.

Let us know how it comes out
 
Khadija.D.Carryl said:
No you can let the henna powder as a paste sit for less time then if you aren't concerned with color results.

The recipe sounds really good. Just make sure to add the yoghurt at the end and make sure to mix it thick until you add the yoghurt so that it isn't too runny.

Let us know how it comes out
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Does this mean make the mix WITHOUT water?
could you use Olive oil and coconut oil instaed of water? What about coconut milk & coconut oil??
 
The yoghurt you use might be liquid enough but this is actually how I would recommend you mix it personally.

Add your henna powder and warm water to a bowl, and then add your oils. Mix well. When ready to use it then add your yoghurt to make it the consistency you want it to be. If you need more liquid you can also add a bit more water as desired. I hope this helps :)
 
I henna'd my hair last night. I do not like how dark the indigo makes my hair. I went to my local indian grocery (NYC) and purchased 100% Natural Dark Brown Henna.
My Mix:
1/3 Frozen Nupur Henna
2/3 Dark Brown Henna
1 Cup Hot Water.
Oils: Pure Coco, JBCO, Lavender, Rosemary, Evoo, Brahmi-Amla and another indian oil i can not pronounce.

I am under the dryer with Rollers. But as I rollerset my hair was so soft and easy to detangle. My hair looks very brown as well. I am anxious for my hair to dry...
 
Does anyone have porosity issues after Henna?

I did a two step yesterday. I rinsed very clean with conditioner. After DC'ing my hard was tangly and rough. After spending all day detangling by hand my hair is soft today.

This did not happen the last few times I did the 2-step so I'm wondering about porosity. Any ideas?
 
Henna'd my hair last night. First time in about a year. My hair feels awesome. Going to do this every 1-2 months from now on.


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My Friend, I don't recommend it but if your hair can take it, by all means go ahead and try.

OT: While on my lhcf addiction hiatus, I finally tried the Nupur brand of Henna. I was quite brand loyal to Karishma for a long time (it's awesome and cost 1.49 at my market) but wanted to finally try what you all have been raving about.

The red tone my hair got was not as bright as the Karishma, which was good because I usually put indigo on immediately afterwards.

I also tried the Reshma brand... too many sticks and stones for me but it did give a good, natural color.

Karishma always gives me a magenta look that I actually adore... sometimes I wish my hair wasn't permanently dyed with indigo... I'd rock this magenta all day long.
 
Mods: Can this thread become a sticky/official since there are so many on henna?
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Henna/Indigo...I do the two-part and dread the Indigo step because it's gritty and doesn't paste up nicely like the henna. Indigo is definitely clumpier even though I use a cake mixer and hot water. My hair is raven black now so I don't like to add henna to the indigo mix. I tried boiling flax seeds and adding the goop and it worked ok to help it all hold together. Today, I mixed in LeKair Cholesterol (orange) because of its texture after initially mixing the indigo/water and it worked great. Held together well and not a lot of water is running down. The next time you indigo, try it.
 
Volver_Alma_Gitana said:
Mods: Can this thread become a sticky/official since there are so many on henna?
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Henna/Indigo...I do the two-part and dread the Indigo step because it's gritty and doesn't paste up nicely like the henna. Indigo is definitely clumpier even though I use a cake mixer and hot water. My hair is raven black now so I don't like to add henna to the indigo mix. I tried boiling flax seeds and adding the goop and it worked ok to help it all hold together. Today, I mixed in LeKair Cholesterol (orange) because of its texture after initially mixing the indigo/water and it worked great. Held together well and not a lot of water is running down. The next time you indigo, try it.
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Thank you, I hate the indigo part for the same reason you mentioned- messy as hell! I didn't know I could add conditioner, I will do that next time. :yep:
 
I wouldn't recommend someone henna once a week. It's a bit too much and there is no need since henna will last at least 3-4 weeks in your hair, unless you are covering greys. Then in that case, you can do a root touch up. Plus you'll save money this way too.
 
if you have grey hair and use cassia and then indigo your hair will probably turn green or some off color. Cassia is not as long lasting and may not hold onto the indigo as long. Henna is longer lasting and it'll put a base of red on the hairs as well. SO it'd probably be a better choice if you want brown to black tones. just to be safe.

BUT you can use cassia and indigo to do a hair strand test to be sure of the results
 
Did a henna-indigo (2-step) session yesterday with Jamila henna. Hope it helps strengthen my hair and minimize the breakage issues I am going through. My greys are now a deep red. The indigo didn't take as well as it has it has in the past :( But it's better than the glaring white strands that I had. But overall I am pleased with my henna-indigo session.
 
Cheekychica said:
Thank you, I hate the indigo part for the same reason you mentioned- messy as hell! I didn't know I could add conditioner, I will do that next time. :yep:
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I use a mixture of 1 - 2 tablespoons of corn starch diluted in some room temperature water and add it to the indigo and complete with hot water. The corn starch mixture keeps the indigo together very well. I have even used flour this way the last time I used indigo because I had run out of corn starch and it works just as well. I had no muss no fuss. Try it, you'll see.
 
Aggie said:
I use a mixture of 1 - 2 tablespoons of corn starch diluted in some room temperature water and add it to the indigo and complete with hot water. The corn starch mixture keeps the indigo together very well. I have even used flour this way the last time I used indigo because I had run out of corn starch and it works just as well. I had no muss no fuss. Try it, you'll see.
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I read about someone using xanthan gum which is supposed to work well. Anyone try this?
 
Anyone ever henna on transitioning hair? I want to henna so bad but I'm scared to do it because of the textures...but I have a feeling I won't be fully natural until summer 2010. Also, after your first time, do you re-henna your whole head or just your roots? I'm gonna read this entire thread but if anyone wants to jump in and answer my questions feel free! TIA
 
Add me to the Henna-Head list! I've done two full treatments and one gloss so far. I am hooked y'all! I love how smooth and moisturized my hair feels. I used some brand I got at my local Indian grocer but have an order of Jamila body art quality coming soon...should be here tomorrow! I don't know why I didn't do this sooner! The worst part is the rinsing but henna's benefits totally out-way this. I'm hoping the Jamila will be a smoother rinseout since it's supposed to be a finer sift. Thanks for all the info on this thread, y'all are great! Happy Henna-ing!!
 
Sherae said:
I read about someone using xanthan gum which is supposed to work well. Anyone try this?
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I heard that too but I haven't used it. It was too expensive for me to buy here in the Bahamas. The corn starch was cheaper anad work amazingly.
 
Anyone apply henna to your hair while hair is still damp? Seems the original instructions that I read online somewhere said to apply to dry hair and I've been doing that since. But, can I apply henna to my hair while it's still wet. And if not, why not? TIA
 
I find that I have to apply it to damp hair....my hair becomes a horror to part when it's dry. I a[p[plied my henna mix to dry hair the first time I ever henna'd- won't ever do this again. My scalp was SOOO sore (I'm very tender-headed lol).

I normally do a clarifying wash, co-wash/mini DC with VO5 MM (basically leave the condish on for about 10-15 mins), rinse, then apply the henna mix. It's much easier to apply the henna to my hair when it's slightly damp and soft.

Since you're relaxed, you may not have these same issues, especially if you're not that many weeks post-relaxer.

HTH!
 
bride91501 said:
I find that I have to apply it to damp hair....my hair becomes a horror to part when it's dry. I a[p[plied my henna mix to dry hair the first time I ever henna'd- won't ever do this again. My scalp was SOOO sore (I'm very tender-headed lol).

I normally do a clarifying wash, co-wash/mini DC with VO5 MM (basically leave the condish on for about 10-15 mins), rinse, then apply the henna mix. It's much easier to apply the henna to my hair when it's slightly damp and soft.

Since you're relaxed, you may not have these same issues, especially if you're not that many weeks post-relaxer.

HTH!
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Ok, good. That's what I was hoping for. I usually block off a whole day to pamper myself when I'm doing henna. I wanted to wash and DC, then henna, indigo and DC again just to get some moisture in there before and after. Sounds like what you're doing too.

BTW, I'm 29 wks post. Thanks for the feedback!
 
NJoy said:
Anyone apply henna to your hair while hair is still damp? Seems the original instructions that I read online somewhere said to apply to dry hair and I've been doing that since. But, can I apply henna to my hair while it's still wet. And if not, why not? TIA
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NJoy, I only apply henna to damp hair now. I found that the henna stains my damp hair wayyyyy better than on dry hair. My grey hairs are fierce contenders and need to be damp for a really good stain. HTH!
 
HEy ladies so I went to the store and there was only one BAQ Henna. IT was by Mehendi and the whole thing was actually in hindi! Should I search for something in english or do you ladies have experience with that brand?
 
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