Charming African Lotus Pattern Mehndi Design for Back Hand

A stunning african mehndi design tailored for the back of the hand, featuring bracelet cuff and ring pattern. Rated as Expert, this pattern is perfect for a party.

Skin on the back of the hand is thinner than the palm, so the stain is usually lighter and fades sooner. Leaving the paste on for longer helps the colour develop. This is a detailed pattern usually done by an experienced artist; allow plenty of time and work in small sections.

In Mali and Mauritania, artists often lay thin strips of tape on the skin and apply henna over them, which leaves crisp geometric lines when the tape is removed. In Hausa-speaking communities of Nigeria and Niger, henna is known as lalle and is worn for weddings and festivals.

Application tips: Use strips of tape or a stencil to keep long straight edges clean. Leave the paste on for at least four to six hours; the longer it stays, the deeper the stain.