Directions for Rainbow Henna
- 1). Pour half of the jar of henna into a glass bowl. Add cup of boiling hot water to the powder gradually. Mix the henna until it is smooth. The texture of your henna mix should be like a smooth, thick pudding that won't run when you apply to your hair. If your mix is crumbly, then add a little more water and continue to stir until the mixture is smooth. For extra-long hair, you can use the entire jar of henna.
- 2). Place a plastic cape or a towel around your shoulders to protect your clothes. Put on rubber gloves. Beginning at the nape, part the hair in 1-inch sections from left to right hairline. Apply the henna at the root and pull it out to the ends. Continue to apply the henna until all of your hair is well-covered with the henna paste.
- 3). Smooth the henna down, and cover your head with a plastic conditioning cap. Wrap your head with a towel to retain heat. Let the treatment stay on your hair for about 60 minutes. You may also sit under a heating cap while you wait.
- 4). Rinse hair thoroughly to remove the henna mix. Wash and condition your hair with your favorite sulfate-free shampoo and moisturizing conditioner. Style hair as usual.
