Mehndi is the application of henna as a temporary form of skin decoration, most popular in South Asia,(Indian Marriages bride makeup) the Middle East, North Africa and Somali land as well as expatriate communities from these areas. Unlike other black pigment tattoos, Mehndi is not a huge commitment because of its temporary nature. In the modern era, Mehndi is also very popular for a Valentines Day, a formal party, ladies party or even an evening at a disco.
Mehndi
or Henna is greatly known for its medicinal values. Its medicinal values have
proved that it is used as a natural dye and a cooling agent during summer
season. Also mehndi holds a great significance in Indian culture. Any special
occasions like weddings or festivals have this beautifully adorned Mehndi to
enhance the importance of the event.
Some medicinal values of mehndi are here :
Mehndi's medicinal
value can help in controlling hair loss. Put henna leaves in mustard oil and
boil it for 10 minutes, apply it on your hair this will promote hair growth.
Henna seeds are
useful during dysentery.
Powder these seeds
and mix it with ghee, make small balls that of beetle nuts size and take it
along with water.
Mehndi's medicinal values have proved that the
stem of the plant is good for treating jaundice and liver disorders.
Make a decoction by
boiling the scrape of the stem in water and drinking it for two times a day can
treat these disorders.
During sore throat
henna leaves decoction is used for gargling. Mehndi's medicinal values are
effective on treating prickly heat.
Ground henna leaves
with water and apply it on the affected areas.
Leave it for 10
minutes and while you take bath wash it off in luke warm water.
Henna leaves are
used for treating skin disorders like boils and burns.
Henna flower is
used to treat headache.
Make a plaster out of
henna flower by mixing it with vinegar and apply it on your forehead.
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