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It's a type of temporary tattoo. It can stay for up to 45 days depending on where you put it and how often you wash the area. In India and other parts of the eastern world brides decorate themselves before getting married. It is a celebration.

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Henna tattoos are symbolic of love, beauty, fertility, joy, and life. They are temporary, and therefore you can have fun and get creative decorating the body. Unlike ink tattoos, no needles are needed, and the procedure is painless.

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Henna tattoos wash off, or wear off, while traditional tattoos are permanent.

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It was semi permanent tattoo and it was also reduce the body heat also Tats y we r all useing :-)

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it is part of be ing seen as pretty ness

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Where did henna tattoos come from?

I think that they originated in India


What country did henna tattoos come from?

I think they came from China or India.


Which tattooing technique has been used for thousands of years in India?

That tattooing technique that has been used for thousands of years in India is referred to as henna tattoos.


When can you go swimming with black henna tattoos?

when you get henna tattoos you have to wait until the out line is not red any longer so that then it does not dissapear


Are henna tattoos waterproof?

all real tattoos are water proof


What is mahndi?

Mandi is Indian tattoos (HENNA)


Is henna permenent?

No, henna is not permanent. It is like a temporary tattoo. Henna tattoos can last anywhere from a few hours to a few weeks, depending on how you take care of it.


Does Gwen Stefani have tattoos?

No, Gwen Stefani does not have any permanent tattoos. She uses a lot of henna and other temporary tattoos while she performs.


How do you make a temporary tattoo Without alcohol based deodorant?

Depending on the type of tattoo of course. There is always "Henna" tattoos, made from natural Henna and will last for up to a month. There are some very unique and creative designs that can be created using Henna for tattoos.


How safe are tattoos?

Although seemingly safe because it does not pierce the skin, henna tattoos using black henna, a paste that contains parahenylenediamine, can actually be dangerous when absorbed into the skin of some people.


Do boys get henna tattoos?

Yes, anyone can get a henna tattoo (as long as they are not allergic to it). It is perfectly fine for a boy to get henna, but may not be as popular as with girls. It's certainly not unheard of.


Do Henna Tattoos come off in the shower?

No, henna tattoos can be thought of as a tan; they won't come off until your skin is replaced with new cells.