FAQ
WHAT IS HENNA?
Henna is a natural reddish pigment that comes from the leaves of the henna plant. The leaves are dried and ground into a fine powder which is then used to prepare the henna paste. Once ready, the henna paste is applied on the skin as a body embellishment which are called henna designs, or temporary henna tattoos.
HOW LONG DOES A HENNA TATTOO LAST?
Usually, a henna design will last about 15 days. This duration can be a little longer or shorter depending on where the henna was applied on the body and the aftercare of the henna design. The duration will also vary depending on the speed of the natural exfoliation of the skin. The faster the skin regenerates, the quicker the henna will fade.
HOW MUCH DOES A HENNA COST?
The rate for a henna design starts at $30 and increases according to the size and the complexity of the desired design.
DOES IT HURT?
No. On the contrary, getting a henna done is a very pleasant and relaxing experience since the henna is applied only on the surface of the skin.
ARE THERE DIFFERENT COLOURS OF HENNA?
Not exactly. Once the henna paste is removed, the initial colour of the henna is usually a bright orange that gradually darkens about 48 hours later. The final colour of the henna design will always be a shade of reddish brown varying from a rich cinnamon to dark paprika.
HOW LONG IS A HENNA SESSION?
Generally, a henna session will be about 60 to 75 minutes long.
CAN I BRING MY OWN DESIGNS?
Yes, absolutely. If you have a specific design that you would like to get done with henna, you can bring it along for your appointment. Even better, if you would like to have an idea of the price range of your design in advance, you can email us the image and we’ll give you the approximate rate.
DO YOU DO BLACK HENNA?
No. We only use the highest quality henna and we prepare our own henna paste. To find out more information on the dangers of black henna, click here: dangers of black henna
DO YOU DO WHITE HENNA?
No. White henna does not exists. When you see “white henna designs” it usually has to do with a white cosmetic glue that has been applied on the skin with white sparkles, in a henna-styled motif.
ARE YOU AVAILABLE FOR EVENTS?
Yes. Our henna service is available for all types of special events: birthdays and partys • bachelorettes, showers and weddings • corporate event and product launch • Belly blessings and various celebrations • etc. We travel to your event’s location.
DO YOU DO DESIGNS FOR PERMANENT TATTOOS?
Yes. Are you thinking of getting a permanent tattoo and you would like to have a unique henna-inspired design that you can bring to your chosen tattoo artist? You can order a custom-made henna design for permanent tattoos. Contact us to find out more on our service and rates.
WHERE IS YOUR STUDIO LOCATED?
Our private henna studio is located in Montreal, near the Plaza Saint-Hubert, just a quick 5 minute walk from the Jean-Talon metro station. Contact us to get the full address.