How to prepare henna

Manufacturers and suppliers recommend a single method of making henna – it is listed on the packaging. In fact, during the use of this natural remedies for coloring and improvement of the hair was invented and tested many recipes. Properly prepared henna strengthen the hair and impart Shine and softness, dyed in rich shades – from Golden-red to dark brown.

You will need

• - henna powder;
• - yogurt, buttermilk or yoghurt;
• - lemon juice;
• - the egg;
• - cognac or rum;
• - med.

Instruction

1. To prepare the henna the simplest way, stir it in hot water until the consistency of sour cream. Apply the resulting slurry on the hair after it has cooled to a comfortable temperature.
2. For oily hair, prepare the following composition. Dissolve 25 g of henna with hot water until the consistency of sour cream. Add to the resulting mush 1 egg yolk, 1 teaspoon of honey and 30 ml of cognac.
3. To revive dry, dull hair, mix henna with yogurt, natural yogurt or yogurt (25g of henna and 100 ml lactic acid). Add a few drops of oil solution of vitamin E. Let the mixture steep for 10-12 hours.
4. The pigment henna is most fully realized in an acidic environment. To get the result of staining a bright, saturated color, mix 50 grams of henna and 100 ml of lemon juice. Leave in a warm place for 10-12 hours. This recipe is more suitable for oily and normal hair.
5. To give hair a chocolate color, mix taken in equal proportion of henna powder and cocoa. Add hot water to the consistency of sour cream.
6. To give hair a richer color and flavor, add a paste of henna in a pinch of ground nutmeg, ginger powder, black pepper and cinnamon.
7. To paint the gray hair, add henna is another natural dye, Basma, in a ratio of 1/1. Brew strong black tea. Strain and pour the resulting infusion mixture.