Henna for Hair -Is It REALLY Pure Henna?
Several dermatogists in India, a major source
of the world’s henna, are compaigning against mislabeled henna hair dye, 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 chemical dye. People are unaware that this particular product is actually a chemical dye and not a natural hair dye. They believe that it is 'henna hair dye' or simply another form of ‘mehndi’’, stated Dr. Vinod Kumar Sood (Dermatology and Venerealogy Department, Retired Dept. Head, Dayanand Medical College).
As mentioned in previous natural hair dye posts, there are several other products and kits masquerading as “pure 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 hair dye or pure henna. So-called, 'henna hair dye' contain truly harmful chemicals!
Buying Henna for Hair
It's extremely important to know the reputation of the company
marketing natural hair dye, including pure henna and other henna hair dye mixes. Why take a chance with your health?
Make sure the next time you buy a natural hair dye like henna for hair, you really know the answer to
the question, “Is It REALLY Pure Henna?”
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