Elegant Front Hand Leaf Trail Mehndi Design for Back Hand

A classic front hand mehndi design tailored for the back of the hand, featuring peacock motif and swirl. Rated as Medium, this pattern is perfect for Karva Chauth.

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 pattern suits someone who is already comfortable with basic lines, dots and petals and wants to practise even spacing.

Bridal designs usually cover the whole palm and continue past the wrist. In a well-known South Asian wedding custom, the groom's name or initials are hidden in the bride's palm design for him to find.

Application tips: Leave the paste on for at least four to six hours; the longer it stays, the deeper the stain. Dab a lemon and sugar mixture on the dried paste to keep it moist and stuck to the skin.