Q1. What is a
natural henna hair color?
Natural henna based hair color is a blend of Lawsonia inermis,
Cassia Auriculata and Indigofera tinctoria, all 100% pure
botanicals. Lawsonia is the original henna plant. All natural henna
are a blend of the above three botanicals. The lawsonia plant is
responsible for providing red tinge to the hair, Indogoferae
provides a black tinge. Cassia Auriculata is a natural neutral
conditioner.
Q2. Why do I need a strand test?
A strand test is necessary to determine the time required for
applying the hair color and also see the hair results
Q3. How can I get sample hair strands for conducting
strand test?
A few strands can either be taken from the head or by using the
fallen hair, from a brush or comb.
Q4. How do I use the Product?
Mix the henna powder with lukewarm water and apply it to your hair.
A person can either apply the paste by hand or use an applicator or
a plastic application brush.
Q5. In what proportion should the powder and the
liquid be mixed?
Take as much powder, as required to cover your entire head. The
quantity will depend on the length and thickness of the hair
strands. Add as much water as required to form a thick paste. The
paste should have a smooth consistency, it should not be too lumpy
or too watery.
Q6. How often can the hair color treatment be done?
In the normal course, application of henna hair color lasts for
about 4-5 weeks, the treatment can be repeated thereafter.
Q7. Which color will suit me the best?
Refer the color chart and choose the color accordingly. The
product, does not lighten your natural hair color.
Q8. What if I don't see a color change?
If you don't see a color change, it means that either you have
chosen a color too close to your natural hair color or you did not
leave the hair color long enough. A strand test will help you avoid
the situation.
Q9. Can pregnant women use the product?
An expecting woman, needs to confirm the usage of the product with
a a medical practitioner.
Q10. How do I remove the hair color?
Various removal methods can be used depending on the time when the
product was applied. Some of the safe and effective removal methods
are as follows:
- In case of a dark shade, apply a mixture of molasses and
baking soda in equal parts. Apply the mixture on the entire hair
length and allow it to dry. Rinse the mixture with cold water,
when completely dry and hardened.
- In case of a light shade, apply a mixture of Crystal light
lemonade mix and a conditioner in equal parts. Apply the mixture
on the entire hair length and allow it to dry. Rinse the mixture
with cold water, when completely dry.
- If the above methods are not of help, please consult a
professional hair care expert for removal of hair color.
Q11. What should I use, if I have problem in
rinsing the treatment?
Baking soda can be added to water while rinsing
Q12. Is a patch test necessary?
A patch test is necessary as one may be allergic to natural
products also. If on application of the product, a person observes
abnormal reaction, they should discontinue the use.
Q13. Why is my hair color still gray, even after
using the product?
- If the hair are still gray, it means that the usage method
followed was wrong. For color henna, the paste must be applied
immediately after making it. It should be kept on hair for a
minimum of 30 minutes and washed with water.
- In case of natural henna, make the paste and keep it for 2
hours then apply on hair. Leave the paste on hair for a minimum
of 90 minutes and rinse.
- If after the above steps, the desired coloring is not
achieved, then the shelf life of the product must have expired.
