For generations, women have decorated their hands and feet with intricate henna patterns, symbolising beauty, blessings, and new beginnings. But where did this tradition originate? ALSO READ: 10 ...

During this event, professional Mehndi artists or family members apply traditional henna paste to the bride’s hands and feet, ...

Hands and feet have the most keratin, ... Geometric patterns. Because West African henna is pasted on in thin strips, these designs tend to feature more straight lines and geometric designs.

So much more than intricate dyed patterns decorated over hands, feet, arms and legs, Henna is the time-honoured custom rooted in the cultural traditions of South Asia, the Middle East, and North ...

THE art of henna body painting has become fashionable - thanks to Madonna who had her hands elaborately decorated for her latest pop video Frozen. Mehndi, the ancient Indian custom of henna body ...

Henna takes centre stage at bridal mehndi ceremonies. Intricate patterns of floral and paisley motifs in rich hues of red, ranging from burgundy to bright orange, are delicately drawn on the hands ...

With a history spanning millennia, henna is steeped in tradition and cultural rituals. Dubai-based Azra Khamissa is taking a fresh approach to this ancient practice with her bold, contemporary ...