Henna & Uses of Heena
The botanical name of henna is 'Lawsonia Intermis'. It is known by different names in various countries all over the world as heena, Al-Khanna, Al-henna, Egyptian Privet, Henne, Jamaica Mignonette, Mehndi, Mendee, Smooth Lawsonia.Henna Plant:
It is a naturally occurring shrub that grows 3- 8 ft tall. The plant bears small yellow and white coloured flowers. Leaves, flowers and fruits are the used parts of the plant for manufacturing different products. It has been in use for a long time as a natural colorant for dyeing hair and applying beautiful designs on hands and feet.
Uses of Henna :
ˇ Used in medicines for its healing properties.
ˇ Used to decorate hands.
ˇ Used as a skin cleanser and healer.
ˇ Used for its cooling properties.
ˇ Used for hair as a natural colorant and conditioner.
ˇ Used as a part of wedding celebration to decorate the bride.
ˇ Used to stain the fingers of pharaohs before their mummification.
ˇ Used by people to be in touch with spirituality, as they made human more aware of the Earth's energies.
ˇ It is used as Natural hair dyes
ˇ It is used as Temporary tattoos
ˇ It is used for body decoration
ˇ It is used as a Hair Conditioner / Nourisher
ˇ It is used as a Hair tonic
ˇ It is used as a Hair shampoo
ˇ It is used in Essential Oils
ˇ It is used in Skin products.