Henna from Grocery Stores

[e$h]

Can someone please post a pic of what your BAQ henna looks like when purchasing it from the Indian grocery stores? I'm taking a trip there and wanna make sure if they have it, that I'm getting the right thing. I'm sure there's different packaging but seeing what's out there would give me more insight.

Thanks ladies!!

 

[*Frisky*]

They might have several different ones...do you know which kind you want to purchase? I use Dulhan and it is in a green box and there is a lady on the box with her hands and feet decorated.

 

[blac_quarian]

This is what I picked up from an Indian grocery store recently that the storekeeper recommended, however, I haven't tried it yet. It's all natural RAJASHTAN brand.

 

[LovelyLionessa]

I have both the Dulhan and Rajasthans brands too.

 

[hennagirl]

I get all my henna products from Indian grocery stores and I love my results. This is under $2 in my area - south hope this helps.

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[FONT=Verdana,Arial,Helvetica]Besides giving bright imprints to your palms and feet, Henna, when applied over the hair is known to give a natural conditioning to the hair.[/FONT]

 

[e$h]

They might have several different ones...do you know which kind you want to purchase? I use Dulhan and it is in a green box and there is a lady on the box with her hands and feet decorated.

No particular kind in mind. I just wanted to know what to look for. Thanks!

 

[e$h]

I get all my henna products from Indian grocery stores and I love my results. This is under $2 in my area - south hope this helps.

[FONT=Verdana,Arial,Helvetica]Besides giving bright imprints to your palms and feet, Henna, when applied over the hair is known to give a natural conditioning to the hair.[/FONT]

$2 bucks?! I just spent almost $30 ordering from hennaforhair.com. The results were interesting, I just don't wanna spend that much.
Thanks again!

 

[*Frisky*]

No particular kind in mind. I just wanted to know what to look for. Thanks!

I also used to use Reshema...I found this pic.

http://www.qualityspices.com/cgi-bin/cgiwrap/kundanfo/shopzone30.cgi/st_prod.html?p_prodid=317&p_catid=

I can't find a pic of the Dulhan...

 

[e$h]

I also used to use Reshema...I found this pic.

http://www.qualityspices.com/cgi-bin/cgiwrap/kundanfo/shopzone30.cgi/st_prod.html?p_prodid=317&p_catid=

I can't find a pic of the Dulhan...

Thanks girlie!

 

[*Frisky*]

Thanks girlie!

No problem....honestly I can say I like the results of the Dulhan better. I used the Reshema because I couldn't find Dulhan and I didn't want to order it online and pay 3 times the amount. I kept searcihing in my area for the Dulhan and I finally found it.

 

[Indigo's Hair]

What aisle can you find the henna? What other products are sold in the aisle with the henna?

 

[*Frisky*]

What aisle can you find the henna? What other products are sold in the aisle with the henna?

Its usually in the aisle with all the other health and beauty stuff...Indian Grocers are different from regular grocery stores.

 

[mahogany814]

Has anyone been able to find indigo powder at one of these gorcery stores? I ususally get my Jamila there for $.99 a box. But when I ask them for indigo powder they look at me like I'm crazy...mind u some of them are clearly painted from the tip of their hand to who know's where!

 

[deltagyrl]

I have a pic in my fotki.

 

[january noir]

No particular kind in mind. I just wanted to know what to look for. Thanks!

I am not the expert here, but be careful that what you purchase can be used to dye skin. That is what BAQ means and that is what you want.

Try sending a PM to Hennasooq (Khadija) here on the board. She owns Henna Sooq and would be able to tell you.

My mother always used to say "cheap may be good for the pocket, but it might not be good for results in the long haul."

Good Luck! I have a Indian grocery store around the corner from me and they have TONS of henna, but I won't take any chances. I order mine from Mehandi or Henna Sooq.

 

[e$h]

I have a pic in my fotki.

Thanks! I'm bout to take a look at your fotki now.

 

[e$h]

I am not the expert here, but be careful that what you purchase can be used to dye skin. That is what BAQ means and that is what you want.

Try sending a PM to Hennasooq (Khadija) here on the board. She owns Henna Sooq and would be able to tell you.

My mother always used to say "cheap may be good for the pocket, but it might not be good for results in the long haul."

Good Luck! I have a Indian grocery store around the corner from me and they have TONS of henna, but I won't take any chances. I order mine from Mehandi or Henna Sooq.

I know that's right. I may just stick to what I have. I'm soooo indecisive.

 

[Prosperity711]

No problem....honestly I can say I like the results of the Dulhan better. I used the Reshema because I couldn't find Dulhan and I didn't want to order it online and pay 3 times the amount. I kept searcihing in my area for the Dulhan and I finally found it.

What is the difference in the results? I have only used henna twice 1 box of Reshema, I used half the box each time, I have another box and 2 other brands that I want to try, all were $2.99 a box. I want to see which one I like the best, I will wait a few weeks between each brand, I got a nice color from Rashema, but I don't have anything to compare it to yet.

 

[cocoberry10]

Thanks for starting this thread. I also plan on buying Henna this weekend and trying it for the first time, so it helps to know good brands to buy!

 

[hennagirl]

The very inexpensive henna I buy at the Indian grocer is clearly labeled as body art quality (BAQ). Note the hennaed hands on the box

Uttam Henna Herbal Mehndi Powder

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[FONT=Verdana,Arial,Helvetica]Besides giving bright imprints to your palms and feet, Henna, when applied over the hair is known to give a natural conditioning to the hair.[/FONT]

 

[january noir]

I will look for this at my Indian grocer. Are the ingredients listed just Henna? Thank you!

The very inexpensive henna I buy at the Indian grocer is clearly labeled as body art quality (BAQ). Note the hennaed hands on the box

Uttam Henna Herbal Mehndi Powder

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[FONT=Verdana,Arial,Helvetica]Besides giving bright imprints to your palms and feet, Henna, when applied over the hair is known to give a natural conditioning to the hair.[/FONT]

 

[hennagirl]

Yes, it is clearly labeled as a one-ingredient product.

For what it is worth, I live in a very small town in the south with a large Indian population due to a local high tech employer. The Indian grocery is a response to that population. I have initiated conversations with the owner's wife about the products. I was specifically interested in why they were so inexpensive. I asked in a tactful way if they were the equivalent of drug-store vs. department store brands. Interestingly, she said that Indian women make their own cosmetics and creams from bulk products and oils, therefore there wasn't a big market for high-end readymade products especially since India was a poor country. She pointed out that some Indian women in the US used European or American products.

Disclaimer: This is what ONE Indian woman said to me in her grocery store which may or not be true or representative of Indian women or the Indian cosmetic market. I am only passing it on because I thought it was interesting.

 

[january noir]

Thanks hennagirl. Very interesting indeed. I love henna and I don't mind spending $6 - $8 per 100g, but if I can get the same grade/quality cheaper AND in my neighborhood, then I would love that!

I live a large population of Indians and Pakistani peoples. There are TONS of stores in my area and one right up the street from my house that I frequent (they have the freshest vegetables!). Anyhow, the shop assistant there told me she would get me anything I want, just tell her if I don't see what I am looking for. I will be on the look out for the Amla powder as well.

Yes, it is clearly labeled as a one-ingredient product.

For what it is worth, I live in a very small town in the south with a large Indian population due to a local high tech employer. The Indian grocery is a response to that population. I have initiated conversations with the owner's wife about the products. I was specifically interested in why they were so inexpensive. I asked in a tactful way if they were the equivalent of drug-store vs. department store brands. Interestingly, she said that Indian women make their own cosmetics and creams from bulk products and oils, therefore there wasn't a big market for high-end readymade products especially since India was a poor country. She pointed out that some Indian women in the US used European or American products.

Disclaimer: This is what ONE Indian woman said to me in her grocery store which may or not be true or representative of Indian women or the Indian cosmetic market. I am only passing it on because I thought it was interesting.

 

[*Frisky*]

What is the difference in the results? I have only used henna twice 1 box of Reshema, I used half the box each time, I have another box and 2 other brands that I want to try, all were $2.99 a box. I want to see which one I like the best, I will wait a few weeks between each brand, I got a nice color from Rashema, but I don't have anything to compare it to yet.

It seems the Dulhan doesn't give my hair that dry feeling when I am rinsing it out like the Reshema. The color of the powder is different and it seems to be finer in consistency. I do like Reshema and I will use it again if for some reason I can't find the Dulhan locally. The color result is probably the same.

 

[loveable37]

I am not gonna use HENNA .

I never heard of it yall better stop puttin all tha stuff in yall hair soon later word to the wise,
i hope this dont sound harsh .

Do salon use this stuff i am gonna ask ?
Do the color wash out like temporary color why use so often.?

 

[Prosperity711]

It seems the Dulhan doesn't give my hair that dry feeling when I am rinsing it out like the Reshema. The color of the powder is different and it seems to be finer in consistency. I do like Reshema and I will use it again if for some reason I can't find the Dulhan locally. The color result is probably the same.

I want to try Dulhan but the Indian sorry near me don't have that brand, I did buy 3 other brands to try, I haven't tried them yet. I want to have something to compare the Reshema too.

 

[HoneyDew]

I am not gonna use HENNA .

I never heard of it yall better stop puttin all tha stuff in yall hair soon later word to the wise,
i hope this dont sound harsh .

Do salon use this stuff i am gonna ask ?
Do the color wash out like temporary color why use so often.?

I am very surprised that you never heard of henna. It is the same herb that East Indians and other people in that area use as body art decorations. It is a big part of their wedding ceremonies. It is not something that was just discovered recently, you know.

I have to ask - If you have never heard of henna, how can you suggest that people stop using it? Anyway, there is SO MUCH info on henna on this site, but you can google it, as well. Here is a little info about the plant: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Henna

Most salons don't like using henna because the color varies by person. Use of it is just not along the lines of what most salons like to get involved with. It is funny, though because they don't mind throwing on some chemicals in a hot second - but that is a different story - we all know the horrors we hear about salon experiences.

I can speak for myself in saying that I use henna for conditioning. The shine and thickness that henna and other herbal products like amla, cassia, etc have given me is priceless. I know that I am not alone in saying that using a natural product for color and conditioning is ideal, especially for those of us that are relaxed and want to maintain thickness, strength and elasticity in our hair.

I am not trying to sound harsh either, and I hope that we are cool. I just feel that learning about something is important before you can give a "word to the wise"

 

[e$h]

Thanks for starting this thread. I also plan on buying Henna this weekend and trying it for the first time, so it helps to know good brands to buy!

You are very welcome!

 

[e$h]

Thanks hennagirl. Very interesting indeed. I love henna and I don't mind spending $6 - $8 per 100g, but if I can get the same grade/quality cheaper AND in my neighborhood, then I would love that!

I live a large population of Indians and Pakistani peoples. There are TONS of stores in my area and one right up the street from my house that I frequent (they have the freshest vegetables!). Anyhow, the shop assistant there told me she would get me anything I want, just tell her if I don't see what I am looking for. I will be on the look out for the Amla powder as well.

Right. If it's the best brand and cheap...... I'm bout it.

 

[e$h]

I am very surprised that you never heard of henna. It is the same herb that East Indians and other people in that area use as body art decorations. It is a big part of their wedding ceremonies. It is not something that was just discovered recently, you know.

I have to ask - If you have never heard of henna, how can you suggest that people stop using it? Anyway, there is SO MUCH info on henna on this site, but you can google it, as well. Here is a little info about the plant: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Henna

Most salons don't like using henna because the color varies by person. Use of it is just not along the lines of what most salons like to get involved with. It is funny, though because they don't mind throwing on some chemicals in a hot second - but that is a different story - we all know the horrors we hear about salon experiences.

I can speak for myself in saying that I use henna for conditioning. The shine and thickness that henna and other herbal products like amla, cassia, etc have given me is priceless. I know that I am not alone in saying that using a natural product for color and conditioning is ideal, especially for those of us that are relaxed and want to maintain thickness, strength and elasticity in our hair.

I am not trying to sound harsh either, and I hope that we are cool. I just feel that learning about something is important before you can give a "word to the wise"

Don't knock it til ya try it girl, fa real. Henna is the bidness.

My sentiments exactly.