Do ya'll henna?

[Isis]

thanks Isis, you're so helpful!

You're welcome RavenIvygurl! I want to add that I haven't colored my hair before my recent henna. My info regarding your question comes from reading through all of the henna threads, including this long one and the one more than twice as long on LHC (whew, almost 3,800 posts!) plus the www.hennaforhair.com site. Many ladies have successfully used BAQ henna after coloring with a commercial product and used a commercial product on top of BAQ henna.

 

[deniseloc]

I would like to know from the ladies who use Reshma Henna what were your results and if there was any likes and dislikes what were they.

 

[LaNecia]

I would like to know from the ladies who use Reshma Henna what were your results and if there was any likes and dislikes what were they.

That is the henna that I use most regularly, my local store seems to carry that brand more consistently than others. I've had good results with it, both with coloring and conditioning. It's about $2.99 per box. I sift my henna to remove the clumps of henna and there has never been any debris in it (twigs, leaves, etc.). As far as rinsing goes, it's a little tough to rinse out so I have to use a cheapie conditioner to help.

All in all, no complaints!

 

[JLove74]

I would like to know from the ladies who use Reshma Henna what were your results and if there was any likes and dislikes what were they.

I'ma Reshma girl I've used Jamila too, but Reshma is my fav. The color it gives me is really nice. At first I had a hard time rinsing, but after I sarted adding conditioner to my mix rinsing became much easier.

 

[deniseloc]

Thanx ladies so much because I found this brand at a local Indian market. I will definately give it a try when I take out my braids. Both of you ladies have very nice henna hair.

 

[LaNecia]

Thank you! I hope you like it and have great results! Be sure to let us know how your hair turns out.

 

[deniseloc]

I will posts pics march 17th, this is when I will get a touch-up. How many applications did it take to get that hella shine.

 

[baglady215]

I will posts pics march 17th, this is when I will get a touch-up. How many applications did it take to get that hella shine.

I would like to know as well. One application didn't get it for me...

 

[sareca]

I would like to know as well. One application didn't get it for me...

3-4 applications? I think...

 

[baglady215]

3-4 applications? I think...

Cool, doing #2 today.

 

[Incredible1ne]

I henna'd last night using Jamila. I love it! I will be doing it monthly.

 

[Doll]

3-4 applications? I think...

Hey Sareca! How often do you apply the Henna applications (bi-weekly, weekly, monthly)? I am doing my 3rd application today, but still no shine . I am applying my Henna & Indigo treatments (separately right after each other) every two weeks.

 

[silvergirl]

nope i don't. maybe i should lol

 

[Miss*Tress]

Well, I'm going to take the plunge next weekend. I found a French brand called Henné Natur that combines Indigofera Tinctoria (indigo) and Lawsonia Inermis (henna) powders in the same packet. Apparently all I have to do is add hot water, apply, and leave on for 30-60 minutes.



It is suggested to use tea instead of water for more intense color and oil for added benefits. I'll probably add my Dabur Amla Oil to the mix - can't be bothered with the tea.

Keep your fingers crossed for me (and my bathroom) that all goes well.

 

[OneInAMillion]

I'm very happy to report that I hennaed for the first time on Friday and I absolutely love it! I didn't think I would see any results so quickly, but my hair was noticeably stronger, shinier, and a pretty auburn color. I'll be back to post more details & pics later, but I used Dulhan Henna and I love the results!

 

[baglady215]

I'm very happy to report that I hennaed for the first time on Friday and I absolutely love it! I didn't think I would see any results so quickly, but my hair was noticeably stronger, shinier, and a pretty auburn color. I'll be back to post more details & pics later, but I used Dulhan Henna and I love the results!

Glad you had success with the Dulhan. That's what I have in my hair right now. Can't wait to see your hair!

 

[january noir]

I'm very happy to report that I hennaed for the first time on Friday and I absolutely love it! I didn't think I would see any results so quickly, but my hair was noticeably stronger, shinier, and a pretty auburn color. I'll be back to post more details & pics later, but I used Dulhan Henna and I love the results!

I just henna'd and indigo'd today with my product from Mehandi.com. I did pick up some Dulhan last night at the Indian grocer because I read so many ladies use it. It's very inexpensive, but I am apprehensive about using henna from the box out of stores. So you like it OneInAMillion? What did you mix it with? Just warm water?

 

[OneInAMillion]

Glad you had success with the Dulhan. That's what I have in my hair right now. Can't wait to see your hair!

Oooh you got some too? I REALLY liked it. It's the only one that my local stores carried that I saw on the boards. I know SohoHair, Mestiza, and Tenderheaded all use it successfully.

Please post your pics too and let me know how you like it! I'm headed to walgreens wit my bootleg disposable camera so I can upload these pics for ya !

 

[OneInAMillion]

I just henna'd and indigo'd today with my product from Mehandi.com. I did pick up some Dulhan last night at the Indian grocer because I read so many ladies use it. It's very inexpensive, but I am apprehensive about using henna from the box out of stores. So you like it OneInAMillion? What did you mix it with? Just warm water?

Yea, I mixed it with hot water & amla to start. Afterward, I added olive and coconut oil. Since so many use this brand with success, I think it's quality. Definitely do a strand test if you're nervous. Believe me, I was nervous as all get out, but after seeing the results of the strand test I was hooked.

I noticed that they do have expiration dates on the boxes, so check that just in case.

 

[january noir]

Hey Sareca! How often do you apply the Henna applications (bi-weekly, weekly, monthly)? I am doing my 3rd application today, but still no shine . I am applying my Henna & Indigo treatments (separately right after each other) every two weeks.

I am curious as well. Here is my rotation in February alone:

2/4 Henna and then Indigo for Black har
2/7 Amla Powder treatment
2/9 Henna gloss from leftover henna of 2/4 (toned down the black in my hair)
2/16 Cassia treatment
2/25 Henna and then Indigo again

I have some nice BLING and the condtion of my hair is great. Should I expect more?

 

[shalom]

I just wanted to share my henna experience.

I went to the Indian store in my area and picked up a couple of boxes of Rajasthani henna and a box of Amla powder.

Just a quick mention Vatika has a new shampoo out I bought that as well. I haven't tried it yet though.

I mixed ingredients as instructed on the box left goo sit to overnight I added a coffee mixture because I wanted my hair to be dark brown (it didn't work)Amla powder and conditioner. I let the mixture sit on my hair for 4 hrs. My results: dark brown hair with copper highlights (grey hair only). Also my previous dyed hair turned brighter I can't even begin to discribe the color. My hair was a little stiff once I rinsed it I applied NTG conditoning treatment rinses that out and my hair was as soft as a baby's behind.

All in all I liked the results. Next time I will add Indigo I didn't add it this time because they didn't have any not sure where to purchase this other than on line.

Something strange happened 3x after I finished the henna application I noticed my urine came out in the color and consistency of the henna. As the day went on my urine returned to it's natural color. Not sure what happened.

 

[Cayenne0622]

Whoa Shalom....I hadn't heard that one before...the urine color. Interesting. I henna my hair twice a month now. I never let it sit over night. I add conditioner, evoo, honey, jojoba oil, amla powder and indigo and my hair has bene fabulous every time. Best hair discovery of my life so far. I hope all of you ladies give it a shot. I've gotten so much great advice here but the best henna advice I've gotten so far is the following. It saved me a lot of trouble.

BAQ henna - preferably Jamila (works like a dream - no junk to rinse out or fight with).
Only leave it on for an hour the first couple of times I used it.
Strand test for safety.
Put a base around the parameter of my hairline and/or tie a wrap strip around the edges to prevent spillage onto skin.
Mix and put into a squeeze bottle that has a nozzle tip....very easy application even down the length of the hair.

 

[Lavendar]

Cayenne, you hair is gorgeous girl!

 

[Cayenne0622]

Cayenne, you hair is gorgeous girl!

Thank you, Lavendar!! That is a huge compliment coming from someone with hair like YOURS!!! Geez, I'm tryna get where you at!! (and that had to be said ebonically because I had to stress that last sentence. lolol)

 

[OneInAMillion]

Yes Cayenne...your hair is fabulous as usual. Great growing!

 

[OneInAMillion]

I just thought I'd post my henna experience. I really had no idea I would like this stuff right off the bat. Although messy, it wasn’t any worse than when I apply rinses…and truthfully it was easier to wipe away stains than rinses.

Here’s the mix that I used:
100 grams of Dulhan Henna
About 3 table spoons of Hesh Amla Powder
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Coconut Oil
Less than 1 tspn of ACV
Kama Sutra Black Chai Tea
Hot Water

First, I combined the Henna & Amla in a bowl, with enough hot water to form a thick paste about the consistency of frosting. Then, I cheated and put my henna in the oven at about 180 degrees (thanks SohoHair), mixing every 10 minutes or so for about 2 hours. After the first hour, I started to see some brown coming in, so I added the EVOO, coconut oil, and ACV. At the end of the two hours, I added the Chai Tea because I was freakin out about all the green I was seeing. Note: it will look dark green to brown but don’t worry about that—I checked out some other fotki’s and instructions and found that the hints of green (even after color release) are relatively normal.

The next thing I did was the strand test. This is where I really saw what everyone was talking about. I’ve been harvesting hair since November trying to gear up for this, so I had plenty to test . So I completely submerged my hair in some henna, covered it, rubbed it together, and let it sit for a little over an hour. Then I rinsed the hair off, and immediately I saw a brighter shade. I pulled on the hair and it was extremely strong. I was pulling really hard before I actually snapped the strands. When I went to pull on the hair that didn’t have henna, it was much easier to break! From there, I was sold.

Still a little paranoid, I added sunsilk conditioner to my mixture. Then, I applied the henna in sections, starting with my nape. I just kept parting across (going up) and applied a glob of henna down the length of my hair. Then I used a color brush to make sure my roots were completely saturated. Within about 20 minutes, I was finished applying and went under the dryer for 45 minutes.

Rinsing was so much better than I thought. I rinsed under the shower for about 5 minutes, then I applied conditioner to may hair to help. I did this 2x, then went onto my regular shampoo/deep conditioner routine. Now, I’m a little over 5 months post relaxer and I had no tangling issues (I was afraid that I would have some). Later, I had my hair rollerset and the roots blown out. I have some pics in my fotki, but I used a garbage disposable camera and they didn’t come out so well. I’ll try to use my sister’s digital cam next time.

I’m usually the last one to jump on bandwagons but this one was definitely worth it! I lurvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvve henna . In case anyone is slacking on taking the henna plunge…don’t hesitate. I'm going to do another treatment tomorrow.

Thanks to:
Sareca – for helping start the trend, having a fabulous fotki and henna FAQ, and for shooting me the tips on detangling carefully during a long stretch
My Dulhan Henna Girls – SohoHair, Mestiza, and Tenderheaded! Thanks for all the tips about color release and for basically giving me some courage to try it. Ya'll were quick too!
Victorious & Jlove84 – for having such detailed fotkis, so I knew exactly what to do and expect!

 

[Lavendar]

Thank you, Lavendar!! That is a huge compliment coming from someone with hair like YOURS!!! Geez, I'm tryna get where you at!! (and that had to be said ebonically because I had to stress that last sentence. lolol)

Right back atcha! Seriously, your cut, color, and thickness are off da chain. You're well on your way!

 

[stinastina]

Is there anyplace to buy indigo cheap ?! It seems so unfair that henna is so cheap ! I need it to get those grays ! One little bag of indigo online cost me $17....

 

[asha]

Can you use indigo by itself or do you have to use it after a henna treatment?

 

[stinastina]

Can you use indigo by itself or do you have to use it after a henna treatment?

It depends on how dark you want your hair. I tried it once by itself and I didn't like how dark my hair was. I love the red of henna but it doesn't do well on my grays.