Is It REALLY Henna?

Several dermatogists in India, a major source of the world’s henna, are compaigning against mislabeled henna, some containing harsh chemicals. Dr. AK Bajaj, a leading dermatogist in Allahbad, is of the opinion that many patients have little knowledge about the products they’re using. He stated that, “The cheapest and most commonly used ones are the misleadly labeled, ‘black henna’ dyes that contain extremely high concentarations of P-Phenylenediamine (PPD).”

 

‘Mehndi’ is the Hindi word for Henna. Sadly, consumers have been fooled by the manufacturers of ‘Kali Mehndi’ or ‘Kali Black Mehndi’ (spelling variation: mehdi, mehandi,mehendi),  thinking it is free of harmful chemicals. However, ‘Kali Mehndi’ has at times up to 16% PPD, a level extremely harmful to one’s health. “’Kali Mehndi’ is different from green mehdi. There is no mehndi that is black in color. If it is black, it is always a dye.  People are unaware that this particular product is actually a dye. They believe that it is simply another form of ‘mehndi’’, stated Dr. Vinod Kumar Sood (Dermatology and Venerealogy Department, Retired Dept. Head, Dayanand Medical College).

 

As mentioned in the previous post, there are several other products and kits masquerading as “henna” that can be found on store shelves or online, readily available to purchase. However, as the examples above show, they are not all natural and can contain truly harmful chemicals.   

 

Make sure the next time you buy henna for hair, you really know the answer to the question, “Is It REALLY Henna?”

 

 

 

 

 

 

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