Black Henna - PPD Information
Warning page about the dangers of black henna containing P-Phenylenediamine (PPD).
FDA/CFSAN - Temporary Tattoos and Henna
Fact Sheet dated April 18, 2001 regarding the application of skin staining products.
Henna is a Great Healer
Discusses some of the cosmetic and medicinal uses for the henna plant. By Dr. M. Laiq Ahmed Khan. [Islamic Voice] (November 1, 1999)
Indian Body Painting Catching on in America
Describes the beauty of traditional, Indian style body adornment. [Lubbock Avalanche-Journal] (August 27, 1997)
Mehndi as a Fashion Accessory
Discusses the popularization of henna in the west. [The Tribune] (March 7, 2001)
Mehndi by Anjali Gupta
Explores the purpose of mehndi in various cultures. (October 26, 2000)
Reinventing Mehndi for Body Art
By Ratan Patel. Talks about the changes in the art of henna as it becomes popular with urban youths. [The Tribune] (October 31, 2001)
The Exotic Hip
Discusses the westernization of mehndi and how the media helped to turn a ceremonial ritual into a fad. By Bhumika Muchhala. [Zine 375] (April 13, 2001)
