10 best henna dyes
Every woman, at least once, when the time for the next hair dyeing was approaching, thought about how to make this process less traumatic. It is known that paint, both professional and from the mass market, is quite toxic, since it has harmful chemical compounds in its composition. Most paints contain hydrogen, secondary amines, parabens, and p-phenylenediamine. As a result of the constant use of paints, the hairs become thinner and weaker, their shine disappears. Henna dye can please the deep color and heal the condition of the hair follicles. There are several types of it:
- Colorless;
- Indian;
- Sudanese;
- Iranian.
Henna Blend is an organic dye extracted from the collection and processing of Lawsonia leaves. These leaves contain substances that tighten the outer layer of hair scales, which helps to strengthen them. Henna, judging by the reviews on the Internet, solves the following problems:
- Dandruff;
- End section;
- Excessive activity of the sebaceous glands;
- Hair loss;
- Irritation.
With the help of pure henna, you can get shades from burning red to deep chestnut. Colorless henna is also popular, which is in particular demand among the owners of blond. Blondes, like no one else, know what weakness, split and hair loss are. Then, fair-haired beauties can be helped out by colorless henna; it has all the same healing properties as dyeing henna, but instead of a shade, you get only shine and thickening of the hair structure. But do not use henna more than once a month, otherwise the hair may become stiff to the touch.
There are a lot of manufacturers of henna coloring powder today, each has its own recipe for making paint. Some have only henna in the composition, others have added basma, and still others have chemical components. We have selected the best henna-based paints and made a rating. The distribution of places in the selection was influenced by the following factors:
- Security;
- Efficiency;
- Qualitative composition;
- Reviews on the Internet;
- Price.
Best coloring henna
5 Day 2 day care
Hair dye "Day 2 day care" has a completely natural composition, contains only henna powder. Henna has a very fine grind, does not create inconvenience when dyeing and is completely washed off with water even without using shampoo. Before application, unlike others, “Day 2 day care” powder should be brewed for 3 hours, only in this case the color will be saturated and the stain will be persistent.
The mixture does not dry the hair, gives it a beautiful shine, as a result, its structure becomes smooth. Henna seals the scales of each hair and helps fight split ends. For the best effect, you can add kefir to the powder. Due to the acidic environment, the dye penetrates better into the hair, the color becomes richer. And if you add a spoonful of base oil (olive, grape seed) to the paint, your hair will be easier to comb.
4 Aasha herbals
Hair dye "Aasha herbals" contains colorants (henna, arabica coffee, beets and others) and Indian herbs (amla, hibiscus, sesame). The powder is available in several colors: dark chocolate, black coffee, chestnut, burgundy. Girls with any hair color will be able to find a suitable option for themselves. Henna does not dry out the hair, it covers it with a thin film, thereby separating each hair, which makes combing easier. Healing Indian herbs improve microcirculation, accelerate hair growth and prevent hair loss.
Before dyeing your hair, you should spread a greasy cream on the temples and skin area of hair growth, in order to avoid staining the skin. To get a greater hair conditioning effect, the powder can be mixed not with water, but with kefir. In the reviews, women note a slight drawback: when applied, henna bakes the scalp a little.However, this did not stop Aasha herbals from becoming a sales leader.
3 Lady Henna
"Lady Henna" contains not only henna (lavsonia) itself, but also basma. From the use of this henna, the hair takes on a darker, deeper color. It should be remembered that the shade depends on the original hair color, the presence of gray hair. The powder makes hair more manageable and easier to comb. After staining, you do not need to use shampoo, as henna has cleansing properties. For greater effect, you can apply the co-waxing method (rinse hair with plenty of conditioner).
Buyers note the high-quality grind of henna, thanks to which it is very easy to apply the mixture and dye the hair. The amount of powder depends on the length of the hair and the desired color intensity; for long curls, you may need 2 or 3 sachets. In order for henna to stick well to the hair, it is advisable not to wash your hair for three days after using it.
2 KHADI
Henna "KHADI" has several color options, depending on the amount and type of colorants included in its composition. The paint is very long-lasting, so it is advisable to check the henna on a small occipital strand of hair before applying. When you are sure that the color suits you, you can paint. The paint should be diluted with water at a temperature of 50 degrees, since at higher temperatures the dark colorant is destroyed.
The manufacturer recommends dyeing light or gray hair in 2 stages. First, dye your hair with henna of red shades, and after a while - with henna of the desired dark shade. It is with this method of dyeing that the hair acquires a rich dark color. Amla, neem and sandalwood, included in the composition of henna "KHADI", nourish the root zone, prevent dandruff, prevent early graying of hair.
1 Zeitun
Henna "Zeitun" is produced in Jordan, produced in the form of briquettes of 100, 300 and 1000 g. In addition to henna, contains basma, cocoa butter, sunflower, lemon, olive, coconut. Due to the large amount of oils in the composition, the henna mixture can be left on the head for a long time to obtain the required level of color saturation, the hair does not dry out from this. The paint gives an unusual copper-chestnut color. When using the powder, you do not need to wear gloves, "Zeitun" is perfectly washed off the skin of the hands and head, remaining only on the hair.
Cocoa extract, rich in rare and important hair microelements, allows you to grow long strong hair; reduces their fragility and loss. Sunflower oil makes hair elastic and protects it from high and low temperatures and UV radiation. Essential oils will help get rid of dandruff and relieve scalp irritation.
Best colorless henna
5 Artcolor
Henna, made in Iran, contains the dried leaves of the plant of Christ's Thorns. "Artkolor" is ideal for normal to oily hair. In the vastness of the Internet, powder is recognized as the best product for combating dandruff, itching and inflammation of the scalp. "Artkolor" makes hair smooth, eliminates hair loss. Due to its ability to separate each hair, it can be used instead of hair balm. Henna ranks high in the ranking of hair restoration products after perm and dyeing.
After using this powder, peeling occurs on the scalp. The reviews note that procedures with this henna are ideal for people with sensitive epidermis. Curiously, the mixture can also be used as a face mask for acne and skin irritation. Women also use henna for cosmetic baths. The quality of Artkolor henna is confirmed by the Rostest certificate.
4 Adarisa
Colorless henna "Adarisa" is specially designed for all shades of blond. It has an organic composition, contains only cassia blunt powder. Henna, acting on the hair follicles, helps to strengthen the roots. It envelops the hair in a dense sheath, covering even the smallest scales of the epithelium.After applying the powder, the hair looks shiny, silky, and easier to comb.
In their responses, women note that after applying Adarisa henna for one month, the number of new hairs increases, and their growth is noticeably accelerated. Many people call the powder "Adarisa" the best solution in the fight against excised ends. After using colorless henna, the first 2 days, you should not carry out the staining procedure. The dye simply will not be able to attach to the hair wrapped in a henna “mantle”, and the dyeing will be uneven.
3 Chandi
Colorless Chandi Henna contains Senna leaf powder. After applying the henna mixture as a mask, the hair becomes silky and dandruff disappears. The dormant hair follicles become more active, the aging of the hair and the appearance of gray hair slow down. Hair becomes thicker and heavier. Henna molecules penetrate the surface layer of the scalp and enhance microcirculation, thereby preventing hair loss.
It is recommended to use Chandi powder as a conditioner or mask for already colored hair with colored henna. In the reviews, women note the excellent restoration of hair damaged by hot air. Henna "Chandi" can be used in summer to protect hair from UV radiation. Henna does not contain chemical additives and can be used even during pregnancy.
2 Triuga Herbal
A distinctive feature of henna "Triuga Herbal" is the presence in the composition, in addition to the main substance - lavsonia, Indian herbs - amla, shikakai, neem and bringaraj. Plants have healing properties and enhance the effect of Lawsonia on hair and epidermis. Amla improves blood flow in the vessels of the scalp, reduces hair loss, heals small wounds and relieves irritation. It fights bacteria and scalp fungus and prevents dandruff. Shikakai regulates the work of the sebaceous and sweat glands, envelops each hair, and has a conditioning effect. Bringaraj slows down aging and hair loss.
Thanks to the content of medicinal herbs, henna "TriugaHerbal" consistently occupies leading positions in the ratings of colorless henna. In the reviews, people note a noticeable effect after the first use - the hair becomes smooth, volume and shine appear.
1 IndiBird
Henna "Indibird" is considered one of the best in the ranking of agents for the treatment of fungal infections of the scalp. Acting as an antiseptic, it prevents the development of infectious diseases, eczema, atopic dermatitis. A henna mask with lemon juice will give your blond curls a beautiful golden hue. Owners of dark hair can also use the mask to add volume, shine and silkiness to the hair.
The mixture is ideal for people with oily hair. It is able to balance the production of the sebaceous glands, and the hair stays clean longer. For the best effect, before dyeing your hair, you can add a little base oil, such as grape seed oil, to the powder. Also, with the help of colorless henna, you can adjust the intensity of staining with ordinary henna. It will be difficult to find powder on store shelves; it is more often ordered through online stores.
