Henna

Veena is a Zürich based Henna artist, specializing in ethnic designs that are seamless blend of both traditional and modern motifs. Henna/Mehndi is a ceremonial art form reflecting the rich Indian culture. Henna is an intrinsic part of ceremonial rituals and is believed to bring good luck and fortune. Choose form a vast selection of traditional and intricate Indian, Arabic, modern and contemporary designs – our range has something for everyone. No celebration is complete without Henna/Mehndi

• Bridal Henna/ mehndi
• Bridal shower/ Baby shower
• Hen parties
• Celebrations: Weddings, Indian festivals
• Kids birthday parties
• School functions/ Summer Fest
• Cultural Festivals
• Coroprate events
• Birthdays
• Ladies gatherings
• Charity events
• …..and much more!!!

• Prior appointment is a must.
• For every appointment the Henna paste is freshly mixed with 100% natural ingredients.
• Henna is done 3 days, minimum 2 days before the event.
• Henna stain stays for about 5-7 days before it slowly starts to fade out.
• Waxing, nails, pedicure manicure etc. must be done atleast 1 day before the henna appointment.
• Please eat a heavy meal before the appointment. During the henna appointment you will not be able to eat or drink anything.
• After the henna is done, you would need assistance from a friend/relative to carry your stuff and bring you home.

• Henna is done atleast 3 days, minimum 2 days before the wedding/event.
  • When done 3 days before, the bride has to keep the paste overnight and remove it the next day.
  • When done 2 days before, the bride has to keep the paste on for a minimum of 4 hours.
  • Guests should keep the paste for a minimum of 30 minutes

• Tattoo is done atleaste one houre before the event
• To remove the paste simply wash it with water

• The skin part, where henna has to be applied should be cleaned with soap and water, no cream or oil should be applied to the skin
• Henna will be drawn by using freshly mixed natural henna paste
• The paste takes around 10 minutes to dry
• After the paste dries, a freshly mixed natural sealant will be applied which will help the paste to stay on the skin longer
• Once the henna is done and dried and the sealant is applied, place 10-12 cloves in a pan and heat it, ones the smoke is realized steam the henna with this smoke for a couple of minutes. Be careful as it can get hot.
• Leave the henna paste on overnight or for four hours or as per your discussion with the artist. The longer you leave the paste on the darker is the color.
• To remove the henna paste, apply some natural oil e.g olive, sunflower, on the paste and scrape the paste off. Ones all the paste is off apply Vicks or tiger balm to the area with henna. Avoid contact with water for the next 12-24 hour
• Freshly removed henna stain is orange. It takes 24-40 hours for the stain to get dark
• Henna stain will stay for around 5-7 days before it slowly fades off.

• The henna artist will arrive earlier at the venue for the bride (time to be decided according to the design chosen) such that most of the design is done before the guests arrive. There would still be part of the henna left to be done when the guests arrive so they can also watch henna being done and once done the bride is free and can enjoy the rest of the evening while the artist starts applying henna to the guests
• The artist would require the following for the appointment:
  • 1-2 Fresh pure lemon juice (no limes please) in a very small bowl
  • 1-2 table spoon white sugar
  • 1 small saucer or plate
  • 1 large towel
  • 6-8 large safety pins ( for the brides skirt/lehenga) during feet henna
  • 2 cotton pads
  • 1-2 cotton ear buds
  • Paper napkins
  • 3 chairs/ 2 chairs and 1 small table
  • Small cusion for the artist to sit on
  • A spot with good light. A bright lamp incase there isn’t enough light
  • Food and drinks to be provided to the artist

Price for bridal henna is as per the design. I always work as per the client’s budget. You send me your design via whatsapp or instagram and I shall tell you the price. You can also tell me your budget and I would adjust the design as per your budget. Travelling cost is applicable if the appointment is at the client’s venue.