Henna Powder - Χέννα - Lawsonia Inermis
Each pack contains ½ cup (125ml) of the Herb. The weight varies due to the density of each herb.
DO NOT INGEST - EXTERNAL USE ONLY - IT WILL STAIN SKIN
Basic Medicinal Properties:
Henna powder is a natural dye with antimicrobial, cooling, and astringent properties. It supports scalp and hair health, soothes skin conditions, promotes wound healing, and helps regulate body temperature. Traditionally, it has been used for hair colouring, body art, and medicinal applications for skin and nails.
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Natural Hair Care and Scalp Health
Henna is widely known for its ability to strengthen hair, enhance shine, and condition the scalp. It acts as a natural hair dye, covering greys while nourishing the hair shaft. It also helps balance scalp oil production, making it beneficial for both dry and oily hair types.
Antifungal and Antibacterial Properties
Henna has strong antimicrobial properties, making it effective in treating dandruff, scalp infections, and fungal skin conditions. It is traditionally used to soothe irritations and promote scalp and skin health.
Soothes Skin and Promotes Wound Healing
Henna's cooling and astringent properties help relieve burns, wounds, and inflammatory skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis. It has been used in poultices and pastes to aid the healing process.
Regulates Body Temperature
In traditional medicine, henna is applied to the palms, feet, and forehead to help cool the body during extreme heat. This practice has been widely used in desert cultures for centuries.
Strengthens Nails and Protects Against Infections
Henna is often applied to nails to strengthen them and prevent fungal infections. The natural staining effect is not only decorative but also protective.
May Support Joint and Muscle Pain Relief
Henna has been traditionally used in Ayurvedic and Unani medicine to relieve joint pain, inflammation, and muscle stiffness, particularly when applied as a paste.
About the Herb
Historical and Folklore Uses
Henna has been used for over 5,000 years across various cultures, from ancient Egypt to India, the Middle East, and North Africa. Egyptian mummies were found with henna-stained nails, and Cleopatra herself was believed to have used henna for beauty treatments.
In India, henna is an integral part of wedding traditions, with intricate mehndi designs applied to brides for good luck and protection. In the Middle East and North Africa, it has been used for body art, hair colouring, and medicinal purposes.
Folklore and Symbolism
Henna is considered a symbol of prosperity, joy, and protection. In many cultures, it is applied before important life events to attract blessings and ward off evil. It has been used in spiritual rituals to bring good fortune and enhance personal energy.
Some traditions believe that henna offers protection against the "evil eye" and negative energies. It is often applied to pregnant women for safeguarding both the mother and the unborn child.
Culinary and Traditional Uses
Henna is primarily used for hair colouring, body art, and medicinal applications.
In some cultures, henna leaves have been used in herbal infusions for cooling effects and digestive health.
Traditional medicine systems use henna to treat fevers, skin conditions, and headaches.
Interesting Facts
The pigment in henna, lawsone, binds to keratin, resulting in a long-lasting stain on hair, skin, and nails.
In Morocco and India, henna artists create elaborate bridal mehndi designs, which symbolise love, luck, and happiness.
Henna was once used in medieval Europe as a natural dye for silk and wool fabrics.
Some species of henna plants have been cultivated specifically for their deep red staining properties.