On which part of the hand to make mehendi? Popular options for drawings, their meaning. How to draw henna at home step by step?
Mehendi on the hand are drawings of natural henna on the hands, wrists or forearms. More often, patterns are used to decorate the back of the hand and palm, less often the shoulders. The tradition came to Europe from the East, where mehendi is considered as amulets.
Where to make mehendi?
In the photo, henna drawing on the hand
Henna drawings on the hand are an art that does not leave anyone indifferent. Mehendi on the brush is popular in India: it is applied to girls before the wedding. Residents of the East are sensitive to patterns and their meaning. If you decide to decorate your body with biotattoo, you should carefully consider the place of its location on the arm.
Several successful zones for mehendi drawings on the hand are conventionally distinguished:
- Outside of the hand … The most popular place, as the skin is thin here, there are almost no sweat glands in it. Thanks to this feature, the paint is quickly absorbed, does not spread, and the drawing lasts a long time. If necessary, it is convenient to hide the pattern from the eyes of others under the elongated sleeves of clothing. On the back of the brushes, figures of animals, inscriptions, floral ornaments are applied.
- Fingers … Together with the back of the hand, it is the most “favorite” zone of biotatu masters. Most often, the mehendi on the fingers represents the end of the pattern, the main part of which is on the wrist. Popular designs are pointed stars, spears, plant leaves, dots, drop-shaped ornaments.
- Wrist … A graceful part of the hand where small images look good. As a mehendi, the masters draw stars, dots, hearts, hieroglyphs on the wrist. The bracelet remains a popular motif.
- Shoulder … In the East, the mehndi in this zone are considered masculine. But girls often decide to decorate themselves with flirty, erotic ornaments: cats, birds, hearts, flowers. Falling compositions look beautiful on the shoulders, smoothly passing onto the forearm.
- Palms … In India, along with the back of the hand, palms are also painted. Girls dip their fingertips in henna, completely covering them with paint. Large images, sometimes whole pictures, look beautiful on this side of the hand. Since palms sweat quickly and often come into contact with clothes and objects, give preference to patterns with thick lines that do not wash off with frequent moisture.
- Forearm … Ideal place for biotatu. The skin here is smooth, elastic, so the pattern is beautiful and even. In summer, the image can be in sight of others if you wear dresses with short sleeves. If desired, it can be easily hidden under clothes. The ornament in this area can be combined with the shoulder and hand in a single composition.
Any part of the hand is suitable for mehendi. The pattern is placed not on the inside, but on the back. Here it is visible to others, it lasts longer due to the peculiarities of the skin.
What to draw with henna on your hand?
Before applying mehendi on your hand in stages, think about what pattern you would like to see on your body. The image carries a semantic load. It can reflect your mood, inner state, serve as a talisman against the evil eye.
Consider the meanings of popular mehendi stencils on hand, which can be found in the catalogs of masters:
- Allah's tear … Popular in India, teardrop-shaped pattern created especially for the hands. It is applied to brides before the wedding and is considered as a wish for good, happiness and love. The drawing is complex, so beginners will not be able to master it. To create a biotat, you can turn to the help of a master or make mehendi sketches on your hand using a stencil.
- Stars … Images in the form of pointed stars, starfish are preferred by people seeking changes in life. The symbol attracts positive energy, gives confidence in the future. Use it as a mehendi on a beginner arm.
- Birds … Drawings of birds of paradise, peacocks indicate that you have a subtle, creative nature in front of you. A popular image is the peacock. Its teardrop-shaped feathers allow you to create real masterpieces covering the hand or forearm.
- A bracelet … A simple way to decorate your wrist that is perfect for beginner mehendi lovers. The drawing is complemented with bows, flowers, dots or drop-shaped blotches. The bracelet is a strong talisman against troubles that enhances the feminine energy.
- Lettering … Looks nice on the wrist. It is appropriate to apply short statements, aphorisms. Be careful with oriental inscriptions and hieroglyphs: apply on your hands in the form of a biotat only after you know their exact purpose. An interesting option could be an inscription that starts on one hand and ends on the other. To read it, you need to put your palms together.
- Crown … A symbol of power. Looks perfect on the wrist, back of the hand, forearm. The pattern emphasizes the uniqueness of a woman, the desire for leadership and power.
- Floral ornaments, flowers … The most favorite drawings of women. They look very elegant, they allow you to cover a large surface area of the hand.
- The Dragon … Another animal that is perfect for a shoulder to hand image. This is a sign of strength and power. Desperate, domineering women prefer him.
In addition to the listed patterns, the masters will offer you many more options. But if you decide to make a biotat at home, choose a stencil for sketching a henna drawing on your hands. It will allow beginners to make a clear, correct drawing and make their work easier.
Mehendi on the hands can be applied as a sleeve:
- long - the pattern covers the entire working area from hand to wrist;
- half - the image is located on the area from the wrist to the elbow or from the elbow to the shoulder;
- quarter - cover the upper part of the forearm or half of it.
Long sleeves do not have to include meaningful images. You can use a floral ornament, weaving inscriptions, images of animals and birds into it. The historical plots of the paintings look original.
Important! Henna is an ideal material for working on a large area, as it fits well and does not wear off for a long time.
How to apply the pattern?
The paint should be prepared in a day by mixing it with lemon juice and sugar. Before the procedure, wash your skin thoroughly, remove all hairs with an epilator, degrease the surface with alcohol.
Instructions for creating a henna pattern on the hand step by step:
- Determine what you want to portray. Practice on paper, then use a non-greasy marker to sketch on the skin. You can use a "juicy" felt-tip pen and draw a pattern on plastic with it, and then attach it to your hand.
- If using a stencil, tape it to the leather with duct tape.
- Gently squeeze paint out of a bag or syringe, distribute it along pre-marked lines or paint over an empty area of the stencil. For thick lines, take wooden sticks, for thin, openwork - a toothpick or needle.
- If you get out of the marked lines, remove excess paint with a cotton swab.
- When the drawing is ready, wait for it to dry. This will take from 4 hours to a day. It is advisable not to wet your hands, rub them, or touch objects or clothing.
For the paint to be well absorbed into the skin, keep the biotat in moisture and warmth for as long as possible. Wrap your hand in plastic and a towel. You can leave it in this form overnight. When the drawing is dry, remove the excess paint with the blunt edge of a knife.
In the future, to extend the "service life" of mehendi, follow the recommendations:
- Do household chores with rubber gloves.
- Try to wet the drawing less.
- Use less household chemicals.
- Apply vegetable oils (olive, sandalwood, almond) to the skin to fix the dye and prolong the life of the biotat.
- Avoid visiting saunas, baths, swimming pools. If you are going on vacation at sea, please note: sea water eats away at the epithelium, and the pattern will disappear sooner than expected.
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Mehendi looks beautiful and bewitching on her hands. Even beginners can draw simple patterns at home. It is enough to purchase a stencil, attach it to your hand and fill it with henna. When choosing an image, ask about its meaning before it is on your hand, so as not to get into an awkward position.
