Henna paste is a dye that leaves a more or less durable stain on the outer layer of the skin alone. Henna contains hennotannic acid that binds with cells, so the henna paste must stay moist and in contact with the skin for a while. When applied, the henna paste is always black, but the resulting pattern with natural henna varies from light orange to dark brown. Henna paste is also available in an amazing array of colors.

The procedure of making henna paste are abundant and there are a lot of different ingredients one can use to create nice, vibrant color results. The henna paste does not stain the skin until it releases the dye. The sour stuff breaks up the cellulose of the henna leaves and makes the dye available.

The application of henna paste to the body is neither painful nor poisonous. When used in body decoration, henna paste can be thought of as an organically-derived temporary tattooing. As the skin absorbs and reacts with the henna paste, it is actually stained for a period of up to four weeks, because henna is a natural stain, it can't be rubbed off or removed with soap and water. These are also an excellent product for hair since it provides beautiful colors, natural strength and shine to the hairs.