Henna Tattoos
What is Henna?
Henna is the Persian name for a shrub known as Lawsonia Inermis. This shrub produces a four pedal flower with leaves that produce a red dye. These leaves are harvested, dried, and ground into a fine powder which is then combined with lemon and essential oils to create Henna ink.
What color is Henna ink?
Henna ink ranges from light reddish orange to as dark as reddish brown. This depends on the each person’s body chemistry, the area of body chosen, and the length of time the paste remained in contact with the skin.
How long does Henna ink last?
It will last the longest 7-14 days on thicker dry skin such as hands and feet. It will fade more quickly on thinner skinned areas such as arms, chest, and back, lasting only about 4-8 days. To obtain the best possible stain apply the paste to hands and feet, keep the area very warm, and leave the paste on at least 8 hours.
Does getting a Henna tattoo hurt?
No. Henna ink when applied to the skin feels very cool; this is due to the natural cooling properties of the henna plant. You may feel tingling or tickling caused by the essential oils, an ingredient often used in the mix.
What is the application process of Henna tattoos?
You choose a design, then Henna ink is applied like a paste and will dry within 20-35 minutes (sooner if there is a fan present). After 6-8 hours the paste will gradually shed off or can be peeled off. The area of application will be left with a faint orange stain that will darken within 36-48 hours.
Is Henna ink/tattooing safe for pregnant women?
Yes. Henna is a safe and gorgeous way to celebrate the transformation of the female body.
Is Henna ink/tattooing safe for children?
Yes. I suggest the child be no younger than 8-9 years old. Sitting still during application and not picking at tattoo during the staining process may be hard for a child any younger.
Jagua Tattoos
What is Jagua?
Jagua is the name for a fruit produced by the Genipa Americana Tree. The juice from this fruit contains natural black dye that stains the skin in a similar way to natural henna ink.
What color is Jagua ink?
Jagua ink ranges from a dark bluish grey to a bluish black and looks similar to a permanent tattoo. Like Henna ink, the specific color achieved varies from person to person along with the area of body chosen, and the length of time the paste remained in contact with the skin.
How long does Jagua ink last?
It will last the longest 7-14 days on thicker dry skin such as hands and feet. It will fade more quickly on thinner skinned areas such as arms, chest, and back, lasting only about 4-8 days. To obtain the best possible stain apply the paste to hands and feet, keep the area very warm, and leave the paste on at least 2 hours.
Does getting a Jagua tattoo hurt?
No. Jagua ink when applied to the skin feels wet and jelly like.
What is the application process of Jagua tattoos?
You choose a design, then Jagua ink is applied like a gel and will dry in 20-35 minutes (sooner if there is a fan present). After 2-3 hours the gel will gradually lift or bubble and can then be peeled off. The area of application will be left with a faint grey stain that will darken within 24-36 hours.
Is Jagua ink/tattooing safe for pregnant women?
Yes. Jagua is a safe and gorgeous way to celebrate the transformation of the female body.
Is Jagua ink/tattooing safe for children?
Yes. I suggest the child be no younger than 8-9 years old. Sitting still during application and not picking at tattoo during the staining process may be hard for a child any younger.
Is Jagua the same as “Black Henna”?
No. Black henna does not exist nor does it usually have henna in it. Black Henna ink is often made from black hair dye containing a potentially dangerous chemical called para-phenylenediamine (PPD). This substance can be found in printing inks, lithography plates, black rubber, oils, and gasoline. Many people sustain serious rashes, permanent scarring, and long-term health problems when exposed to PPD.