Some Interesting Facts about Mehndi

Would you like to know some facts about Mehndi?

Mehndi is the most favorite shringar of all females and the most important part of the Indian wedding.

Do you know where the word is derived from? What is the history behind Mehndi? What belief is associated with it?

In this blog, I will discuss the history of Mehndi, and some beliefs related to applying Mehndi.

The word Mehndi is derived from the Sanskrit word “Mehndhika”, which means henna plant. It was in use even prior to the Vedic age.

We know henna as the temporary body art resulting from the staining of the skin from the dye of mehndi.

Henna has been used since antiquity to dye skin, hair, and fingernails, as well as fabrics including silk, wool, and leather.

Historically, henna was used in the Arabian Peninsula, Indian subcontinent, the Middle East, Carthage, other parts of North Africa and the Horn of Africa.

Mehndi not only leaves beautiful rich color but also leaves a beautiful smell, which remains for days and helps boost the romance between the couple in the initial days of the wedding.

Fathima Rana

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