Mehndi Tattoos

Mehndi Tattoo Designs and Pictures

Mehndi tattoos are also known as henna tattoos. Mehndi tattoos are not usually permanent tattoos; instead they are done with a paste derived from henna plants. Mehndi tattoos are typically done on the hands and feet of women before special occasions such as weddings, dances, baptisms, or other important gatherings. The tattoos are usually done differently every time, and some families have certain styles that they use every time, though the pattern is never repeated exactly. Mehndi tattoos are not painful; it's almost like drawing on your skin with a marker with the paste.

Mehndi tattoos last about one to four weeks, depending on the quality of the henna plant and how watered down the paste is. These tattoos are becoming popular all over the world as people who love the art of tattoo find a way to apply the look to their skin without dealing with the pain associated with actual tattooing, as well as escaping the permanency of a real tattoo. Kids are often attracted to Mehndi tattoos because they can draw their favorite designs on their body without getting in trouble with mom and dad.

While Mehndi tattoos are traditionally done on the hands and feet of women, men are also getting in on the action, and it's not uncommon to have the tattooing done in other areas of the body as well. This non-permanent type of tattoo is a lot of fun because if you change your mind, or styles change, you aren't stuck with your tattoo! It'll simply wear off over a couple weeks' time.