
Botanical Name: Lawsonia inermis
Country of Origin: Egypt
Common Name: Henna Powder
English Name: Henna Leaf Powder
French Name: Poudre de Feuilles de Henné
Sanskrit Name: Mehndi
Hindi Name: Mehndi Powder
Also Known As: Lawsonia Powder, Dried Henna Leaf Powder, Ground Henna Leaves, Mehndi Powder, Henna Leaf Herb Powder
Part Used: Dried leaves of Lawsonia inermis
Description: Henna is a small, evergreen shrub native to North Africa, the Middle East, and South Asia, typically growing 1–6 metres tall with slender branches and lance-shaped green leaves. The plant produces small clusters of white to pale pink flowers in summer, while the leaves are harvested when fully mature to capture their natural green colour, fragrance, and structural integrity.
After harvesting, the leaves are carefully cleaned to remove stems, dust, and debris. The cleaned leaves are then dried under controlled low-temperature conditions to preserve colour, aroma, and natural compounds. Once dried, the leaves are finely ground into a smooth, uniform powder with an olive-green to light brown hue, retaining the visual and aromatic qualities of the plant.
The powder is sifted to remove coarse particles and ensure a consistent, free-flowing texture. This careful processing results in a high-quality henna powder that is easy to measure, store, and use in a variety of applications while maintaining the characteristic aroma and colour of the leaves.
Uses: Henna Powder is used in herbal and botanical blends, cosmetic formulations, hair colouring preparations, craft projects, decorative herbal displays, and educational herb collections. Its fine texture allows for even incorporation in pastes, masks, or mixtures, providing consistent colour, aroma, and natural leaf characteristics for both cosmetic and creative applications.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry, dark place in an airtight container. Refrigeration not required.
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