Currently, chemical adulteration in mehndi available in the market has become a common problem. It not only produces allergies and dryness on the skin, but can sometimes cause severe skin irritation. Especially in the holy month of Sawan, when women follow the tradition of applying mehndi, the concern increases that there is no harm from the market mehndi. Due to this, women are forced to think many times before applying henna.
The month of Sawan holds special significance in Indian culture. In this month, applying mehndi in hands is not only a symbol of beauty, but it is also considered auspicious. But the correct benefit of mehndi is only when it is chemical free and natural. Therefore, today we will tell you the method of making chemical free, pure and natural mehndi powder at home.
First, choose fresh and completely green mehndi leaves. Do not use dry or bad leaves. Wash these leaves thoroughly 2-3 times with cold water in a large vessel so that dust, soil and germs are completely removed. This step is very important because the purity of the leaves affects the quality of mehndi.
After washing, spread the leaves on cotton cloth or clean newspaper. Avoid drying in strong sunlight, as it affects the tone of mehndi. Dry the leaves in a shady place for 3 to 4 days, until they dry completely.
When the leaves dry well, add them to a mixer or grinder and grind them finely. If you want, you can also add dry neem leaves, which provide anti-bacterial properties. Sieve the ground powder with fine sieve so that thick pieces do not remain.
Fill the prepared powder in an airtight container so that it does not moist. To keep the powder fresh, put 2-3 cloves pieces in the container. Keep the container in a dry, cold and dark place. The mehndi made in this way is safe for 6 to 8 months.
The use of chemicals in the mehndi found in the market is harmful to the skin. Especially people with sensitive skin can cause problems like itching, irritation and rash. At the same time, homemade mehndi is completely natural and safe. Its color is darker and its use reduces the risk of skin allergies.
If you want to give beauty and protection to your hands in this holy month of Sawan, making mehndi at home is a great option. With this you will be able to protect you from chemical and also enjoy natural fragrance and color.
