Different Colors of Henna

There is only one color of a henna stain, which is the red-orange color. Many people like to use different colors of henna. The most commonly used than the other colors is black henna. You will find it at any Indian, Middle Eastern, or online stores. They also have blue, red, purple, green, and yellow henna. Beware; these products are full of unknown chemicals. If you do your research you will find that people having permanent scars on where the henna was applied. Some people mix indigo powder in the henna to have a black stain for your skin or hair. Indigo powder is safer to use but only lasts a few days. When you buy henna, you can tell by the color. Natural henna powder is green. If the henna powder is red or black, there are other ingredients mixed in it. There is also glitter henna. This is usually used in henna parties. Women will apply the glitter henna on the regular henna designs just for decoration. The glitter will not stain on your skin therefor it is safe. Make sure when you are buying henna to read the ingredients, and test it on your skin.