June 25, 2006
Setting agent after heena is applied.
Once the henna is applied and dried, you need to apply a setting agent to help keep it on the skin, and to further activate the henna staining compounds. Traditionally, a mixture of lemon juice and sugar has been used — carefully daubed on and allowed to dry. The sugar creates a protective crust and the lemon juice activates the henna. You can also add a drop or two of clove oil to the lemon and sugar mix to intensify the color. And you can cook the lemon-sugar mix to make a long-lasting syrup. May use a 1:1 ratio of sugar to lemon juice to make a thick syrup. You can also use a quick spritz of a spray-on hair gel.
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