Willow Posted November 8, 2012 Share Posted November 8, 2012 On holiday last winter I got a simple henna design painted on my hand which I liked (especially as it isn't permanent, I'm way to conservative to get a permanent tattoo ). Went away again this half term and as I'm consulting at quite a conservative client I decided to get a henna design on my foot. It's so pretty I'm sad to cover it up I realised it will last a lot longer on my foot as isn't constantly in and out of washing up water I'm wondering about getting a more elaborate design painted on when this fades. Has anyone any experience in getting henna tattoo in the UK ? Also how easy is it to do yourself ? I only want simple swirls on my feet which is probably within my artistic ability Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted November 8, 2012 Share Posted November 8, 2012 I used to do them a lot - was taught by a Moslem friend. If you prepare the skin and let it 'cook' for long enough then they can last quite a while. Do be aware though that a lot of 'henna' tattoos touted in holiday resorts are in fact done using a black die, which can cause scarring and real skin problems. Lesley and I started a thread about this some years back. proper henna tattoos should be done using henna paste and then left to set with a covering to keep it warm. When it is dry, dab it with lemon juice to help the colour to deepen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redwing Posted November 8, 2012 Share Posted November 8, 2012 Its easy to do yourself. Hubby had a big dragon on his shoulder once and we managed to keep it going for some months by going over it every now and again. the tubes tend to come with a little nozzle like an icing pipe so are really easy to use You need enough time for it to set properly so dont have anything planned for some hours afterwards ALWAYS do a small patch test first even if you use tubes of henna from the same source each time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craftyhunnypie Posted November 8, 2012 Share Posted November 8, 2012 Easy peasy You can buy cones of the stuff, ready made up from any Asian supermarket, clothing shop or online. They look a bit like a cornetto cone. You can even get glitter henna, which is stunning. I used to get all mine from a clothing shop in Rusholme, Manchester. They also sell kits,stencils & there is usually someone that will do it for you too. Some tattoo studios even do them. Emma.x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willow Posted November 8, 2012 Author Share Posted November 8, 2012 Do be aware though that a lot of 'henna' tattoos touted in holiday resorts are in fact done using a black die, which can cause scarring and real skin problems. Lesley and I started a thread about this some years back. Thanks Clare I do vaguely remember reading that now you mention it - at the time I probably filed mentally under 'me get a henna tattoo, never going to happen' and forgot. Easy peasy You can buy cones of the stuff, ready made up from any Asian supermarket, clothing shop or online. They look a bit like a cornetto cone. Are the cones you buy in Asian supermarkets in the UK all safe ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craftyhunnypie Posted November 8, 2012 Share Posted November 8, 2012 Yes - well all the ones I've bought have been. It just means that it's been ready mixed, usually with eucalyptus oil. It saves a lot of mess & mither. The cones are very controllable, more so than the tubes. Emma.x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted November 8, 2012 Share Posted November 8, 2012 Do be aware though that a lot of 'henna' tattoos touted in holiday resorts are in fact done using a black die, which can cause scarring and real skin problems. Lesley and I started a thread about this some years back. Yes, Lauren had one on holiday and had a very bad reaction to it. It has faded with time but she still has a faint dragon pattern which doesn't tan and she has to be very careful with anything like hair dye now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
