Henna Tattoos Designs, Ideas and Meaning

Henna or the black Mehndi ink as it is often referred to, is a medium that is often used to create attractive tattoo designs, fingernail art and body art. A thin paste made of grounded fresh henna leaves or henna powder is made to create some of the finest temporary tattoo designs. Henna tattoos are widely popular in various Asian and African countries where it is an important part of the local culture. Mehndi designs done in India are an example of henna tattoos, and one can have them on hands, feet, shoulder, inner wrist and the lower back areas. The color of henna is comparatively much darker than traditional tattoo ink and so it looks great on the fair skin tones. Most henna tattoos are comprised of floral artwork that looks both feminine and elegant.