Safe use of Henna

When utilizing 100% pure and natural henna, it is generally safe for a wide range of individuals, including children, pregnant and breastfeeding women, men, and it poses no harm to the environment.

For internal uses, it is crucial to consult with an Ayurvedic Doctor (PhD) (not a practitioner or certificate holder) who has extensive experience in this area. It is beneficial to engage all your healthcare providers—regardless of their background, whether Western, Eastern, Southern, or Northern—in your healing journey to ensure a holistic approach. 

Many henna artists primarily recognize henna as a temporary body art or a natural hair dye, which has led to the unfortunate addition of chemicals in some henna products.
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Be cautious of henna marketed as "black henna" or "colored henna," as these often contain PPD dye, which can cause severe skin reactions and even chemical burns; it is imperative to avoid black henna entirely, as the damage it can inflict may be irreversible.  NEVER USE BLACK HENNA #NoToBlackHenna

Chemical Burns from the use of Black henna #NoToBlackHenna #AlwaysAskTheRecipe.

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A reputable source of henna will readily provide information about their harvesting and drying methods, as well as lab-tested evidence confirming the purity of their product. For the safest experience, consider making your own henna or purchasing pre-made henna cones or 100% pure henna leaf powder from trusted suppliers.

Always ask the henna artist what the recipe is that was used to make the henna, #AlwaysAskTheRecipe.

​The insights shared here may encourage you to incorporate henna into your healing and self care practices, and it is advisable to involve any other practitioners you are collaborating with.