There is a tradition of making body art out of paste.You can make great art at any time of the year, even if you don't do it for weddings or festivals.If you want to make a stain, mix your paste out of henna powder and apply it to your skin.If you want to make your own traditional designs like flowers and peacocks you should study them.It is possible to make art at home.
Step 1: Purchase a bottle of paste to start making designs.
As soon as you take it home, it's ready to use.You don't need to get other supplies because it comes in bottles or cones.The quality of premade paste differs from bottle to bottle.Some pastes are made with industrial chemicals that can burn your skin.Store-bought brands have different consistency.You can't tell how old the paste is.As the paste ages, it becomes more difficult to use.Premade paste is great for beginners and anyone practicing designs on paper, but make sure you get a quality product.
Step 2: You can mix the powder to make your own paste.
The basic paste consists of sugar and water.Lemon juice, tea, or essential oils can be used to make a mixture smell better and feel better on the skin.You know you are always working with a fresh product with homemade paste.You can change the consistency of the paste.Online and at many drugstores, you can buy hen powder.It can be found in general stores and drug stores.The consistency of the paste is not as good as toothpaste.If you want to thin it out, add more liquid or more powder.
Step 3: If it's fresh, cover the paste and let it rest.
Put the paste in a bowl.Wrap it tightly with plastic cling wrap.The bowl should be set aside in a temperature-controlled spot.You can place the bowl underneath a stove light or on a countertop.The amount of time the paste needs to cure depends on the powder you get.The manufacturer's resting time can be found on the label.In warmer weather paste sets quicker.If you want to cure the paste more quickly, don't put it in the basement or garage.
Step 4: Purchase cones or bottles if you don't have any.
There are many ways to apply paste.The traditional way to decorate cakes is with a piping bag.You can squeeze out the paste by removing the tip of the bag.Plastic squeeze bottles are used to hold dyes.When you're making a design, smaller bottles are easier to control.The beauty aisle at general stores has bottle dispensers.There are carrot bags in the kitchen supply section.Both are available online.You can make your own applicators if you're good with crafts.Cut a plastic sheet into a rectangular shape.Put it in a cone and tape it shut.
Step 5: Scoop the paste with a spoon
Pick up a big container of the paste and put it in the container.The paste should be packed as close to the opening as possible.The paste should be pushed down towards the opening.When you squeeze it gently, it will let out a steady stream of paste.
Step 6: The consistency of the paste can be tested on a piece of paper.
To let out some of the paste, squeeze the applicator lightly.Draw a straight line.If the paste comes out at a consistent rate, it is ready for use.Before applying anything to your skin, make sure the application is adjusted.If you use a cone, you should widen the opening to let more paste in.If the paste is too thick, mix in some water.
Step 7: If you want to display henna more deeply, choose an area with thicker skin.
It is done on hands and wrists.The areas are visible and stain more deeply.It's a good idea to practice on the feet and ankles.You can try painting other parts of your body.Many people make beautiful art on these areas, which are difficult for beginners.
Step 8: Your skin should be washed with soap and water.
You should scrub your skin as much as possible.The paste can get in the way of anything left on your skin.The deeper the stain from the henna paste, the cleaner the skin is.You can use a scrubber to get your skin nice and soft.Put a microfiber cloth on your skin to dry it.Stains are prevented from forming properly.
Step 9: Hold on to the applicator.
It's similar to holding a pencil or cake decorating tube.Put your thumb against the side of the nozzle, then set your forefinger close to it.For support, use your remaining fingers.A steady stream of paste can be let out with a light amount of pressure.The thick lines of paste that cure into a dark tattoo are created when you hold the applicator correctly.
Step 10: Pick a design that will fit in the area.
Simpler designs are better for covering large areas of space.If you expand the designs to fit larger areas, they will take more time and effort to finish.They may be saved for fingers and other areas.Your design should incorporate marks and wrinkling on the skin.You could draw flowers over your fingers by making a lattice on the back of your hand.You can cover up your knuckles with flowers or patterns.Take into account the amount of skin you want to cover.Make your design look like a continuous image by spreading it out.
Step 11: From the inside of your design to the outside.
smearing the paste is one of the biggest problems in mehndi.Start in the middle of your design is the easiest way to avoid this.If possible, lay down lines for the bigger shapes.As you work towards the edges, add smaller details.If you're making a flower, start with a small circle in the center.Add petals and other details to the flower's outer edge by making a larger circle.
Step 12: Make sure to clean up mistakes with cotton swabs.
As you work, have some cotton swabs nearby.Carefully remove the excess paste.Keep your design lines smooth and consistent by removing as much excess as possible.Mistakes won't show up in the final tattoo if you clear them away right away.Mistakes can be prevented from staining by treating them as soon as possible.
Step 13: To preserve the paste, cover it with a lemon and sugar mixture.
Lemon juice can be squeezed or put into a bowl.Stir in about 12 grams of sugar.To lightly moisten the paste, damp a cotton swab in the mixture.A tattoo that lasts longer is a result of this.If the paste begins to crack, you should coat the tattoo as soon as possible.The paste dries quickly.It will start cracking after you finish making your design.Some people use wax or cooking oil to protect art.
Step 14: Wrap the tattoo around to keep it from being smudged.
You can cover the tattoo with a lemon and sugar mixture.Use paper towels, elastic bandages, plastic wrap, or toilet paper.The paste needs a lot of time to solidify, so make sure you are comfortable and have the paste well-sealed.There is a paste that stains clothing and sheets.The wrapping will prevent the mehndi designs from turning into a big mess.
Step 15: Rub the paste in oil for about 12 hours.
The paste dries out over time.If the cotton is cracked and flaky, you can use a fresh cotton swab in olive oil, vegetable oil or an essential oil.Roll the swab over the paste to break it off.Don't worry, it will look dark soon.It will get darker over the next 12 hours.Don't use warm water to wash the paste.It fades the stain if you use water.Chemicals in pools fade stains.
Step 16: If you want to practice your designs, sketch them on paper.
Use a pencil and paper to draw your design.There are a lot of intricate details in traditional mehndi designs.It can be hard to understand when you're starting.If you want to plan out your work, make a template.You can use your designs for practice.Try applying paste to the paper.
Step 17: It's easier to create beginner designs with the use of stencils.
To outline your tattoo design, use a tattoo stencil pencil.Apply paste to the stencil lines.Guidelines show you where to lay thick paste lines.If you're a beginner, a stencil outline gives you an opportunity to learn.You can buy a stencil online.Spread paste over the stencil.It's a quick way to make a tattoo, but it uses a lot of paste.
Step 18: While you learn, start with flowers, vines and other simple designs.
Stick to basic shapes.Some of the easiest shapes to draw are flowers and vines.Leave out the small details of the pros.A vine can be created by making a simple line.If you want, add leaves to it.Draw a bunch of half-moons to make flowers.
Step 19: As you get experience, create more complex designs.
There are flowers in traditional mehndi art.Including detailed petals and leaves will make your work more complex.In mehndi art, peacocks are common.To make a peacock, draw an S-shaped body and detail the remaining parts.You are not limited to flowers or other designs.People draw faces.Making balanced, detailed images with precise lines is the most important part.
Step 20: You can watch more videos to learn more.
You don't have to go to India to learn mehndi thanks to the internet.Many people post their art online.Use the videos to find new designs and learn how artists apply paste to create art.There are mehndi design books.These books show you how to start with basic, traditional designs.You may be able to find classes online.Taking classes can help you get started.
Step 21: You can display your art by having other people display it.
For a long time, hen stains last for weeks.You can always wash stains faster if you practice with other people.If you want to make something new, ask people what they want in their tattoo.You can get used to working on a variety of skin types.Work on palms for the best result.The leaves absorb the most paste.Sometimes drawing on a palm can solve the problem of darker skin not showing up well with the paste.