Indian Art of Temporary Tattoo

henna tattooIndian art of temporary tattoo which is also called Henna tattoo. Henna is made out of dried henna leaves which are powdered and mixed with water to a consistency to make designs on the clean skin. the natural pigment in the henna leaves has the orange tint which transfers on to the skin temporarily. this is semi permanent for about a week and fades away to nothing. 

In India henna is used for various medical reasons like taking the body heat away, cracked heel repair and for its anti-fungal qualities. 

you can buy henna powder from any indian stores. you ca even buy a ready made henna cones which are easy to use and mess free. I have below explained both ways of doing the tattoo.