Alicja (and Artemida and Mara, see bio)2d ago

It took at least four tries but I've finally achieved pretty much the effect I was shooting for.

As usual, it'll get darker in the next 24 hours or so.

This is a product of henna staying on skin for ten hours or so.

Terping (that is, adding tea tree essential oil) does darken the hue. As does wrapping the arm in plastic foil, I think.

I'm definitely doing more designs elsewhere! And I still want to do henna freckles on my face, but I'm still a bit chicken xD plus the next batch of henna is still "ripening".

#henna #hennaart #bodyart

Show threadAlicja (and Artemida and Mara, see bio)1d ago

This is the one time I wish henna wouldn't get less orange and more brown over time.

Because this is gorgeous.

Oh well, the final colours will probably look good, too!

Show threadmerzbow and chill1d ago
@oddtail so pretty omg 
Show threadAlicja (and Artemida and Mara, see bio)

@anhedonie

Thank you! I really like how it turned out. It did take multiple attempts to get it just right. And I will probably continue tweaking it as it fades and I re-reinforce the line art.

Mar 25 at 2:37pmWeb
Show threadmerzbow and chill1d ago
@oddtail you're so talented :3