With Eid-ul-Fitr just around the corner, women have already started to think of the kind of henna designs they are going to get applied this Eid. One of the essential parts of Eid celebrations is applying mehndi. However, the color of the mehndi design can fade quickly, leaving you with a dull stain. If you want to make your mehndi design darker and more long-lasting this Eid, there are several home remedies that you can use.
Here is a list of some effective home remedies that can be used to make your henna stain look more vibrant and beautiful this Eid.
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Sugar and lemon juice
Mix sugar and lemon juice to make a paste and apply it to your mehndi design. Once the paste dries, gently remove it. This will help to make the color of your mehndi darker and longer-lasting.
Baking soda and lemon juice
Mix baking soda and lemon juice to make a paste and apply it to your mehndi design. Leave it on for a few minutes and then rinse it off with water. This will help to enhance the color of your mehndi.
Tea water
Boil tea leaves in water and let them cool. Once it is cool, dip a cotton ball in the tea water and gently dab it on your mehndi design. This will help to darken the color of your mehndi.
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Cloves
This is a unique one. Grind a few cloves into a fine powder and mix it with water to make a paste. Apply this paste to your mehndi design and let it dry. This will help to make the color of your mehndi darker and longer-lasting.
Mustard oil
Apply mustard oil to your Mehndi design before washing it off. This will help to make the color of your mehndi darker and longer-lasting.
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Remember to do a patch test before applying any of these home remedies to your skin. Also, make sure to keep the mehndi paste on for at least 4-6 hours before washing it off to ensure a deep and long-lasting stain.