Henna, Ingredients & Safety

What is Body Art Quality (BAQ) Henna?

Body art quality (BAQ) henna is pure, finely sifted henna powder with high dye content and no additives, sold specifically for skin designs. It produces smooth paste for fine lines and a strong, natural stain.

Body Art Quality (BAQ) Henna explained

BAQ powder is usually triple-sifted to remove stems and grit. It should contain only henna leaf - no metallic salts, PPD or synthetic dyes.

Professional mehendi artists often choose BAQ powder for bridal work because a smooth, consistent paste lets them draw very fine lines and fill evenly.

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Related mehendi terms

Henna PowderHenna powder is made by drying and finely grinding the leaves of the henna plant. Artists mix it with lemon juice or water, sugar and essential oils to make the paste that is filled into cones for mehendi.Natural HennaNatural henna is paste made only from henna leaf powder, an acidic liquid, sugar and essential oils, with no chemical dyes or additives. It stains orange first and darkens to reddish-brown over one to two days.Sifting HennaSifting henna means passing henna powder through a fine mesh or cloth to remove stems, sand and coarse particles. Well-sifted powder makes a smooth paste that flows through fine cone tips without clogging.PPD (Para-phenylenediamine)PPD, or para-phenylenediamine, is a synthetic dye used in permanent hair colour. When added to "black henna" or some instant cones, it can sensitise the skin and cause allergic reactions ranging from itching to severe blistering.

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