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About Mehandi
The term "Mehandi" is the Indian word for Henna. Applying of henna on the palms is called Mehendi.Mehendi is the most essential bridal accessory. Henna is a natural product. Mehandi is used to create temporary tattoos mainly to the hands and feet of a woman. It is also used for dying hair and to color nails. Traditionally it was used for its medicinal qualities. Henna is made from a herb which is known by the same name.
The henna plant is like the tea plant. The leaves are dried and ground into a fine powder. This powder is mixed with water, eucalyptus oil, tea, coffee, and lime and then applied on the body. The Egyptian Queen Cleopatra is supposed to have used henna to color her hair. Today many popular Hollywood stars like Madonna and Demy Moore use it.
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In modern era, Mehndi is also very popular for a Valentine’s Day, a formal party, ladies party or even an evening at a disco. Belly Mehndi, is an excellent modern addition to blessing way, baby shower or Belly Blessings ceremony. In its new avatar, Mehndi has been elevated to the status of body art and a fashion accessory for the fashion-conscious youngsters. |
In India, it is used in a celebration like Weddings, Diwali, Navratri, Eid, Teej or Karva Chauth festival and other special occasions. The patterns of Mehndi are typically quite intricate and predominantly applied to brides before wedding ceremonies. In Rajasthan (northwest India), where Mehndi is a very ancient folk-art, the grooms are given designs which are often as elaborate as those for brides. |  |