We agree to the point that blushing Mehndi in your hands is an added ornament for you on your D-Day. But let’s say your friends are planning to throw you a post-marriage party or you have planned for a cozy honeymoon trip. At this juncture, you might feel that the faded, cracked and ripped Mehndi will not suit your outfit. So what’s the easy way to remove Mehndi? Let’s see some of the simple and safe methods to do it.  

Saltwater soak

The best way to remove the Mehndi stain is by soaking your hands into hot water mixed with salt. The exfoliating capacity in the salt helps you in the removal of henna. Add a half cup of salt in a half-full tub and soak your Mehndi-applied hands/legs in it for about 20-30 minutes. Also, it helps in removing the dead skin cells that are spread on your outer layer of skin.  

Olive oil and salt

Olive oil generally can smoothen your skin. When a cup of oil is mixed with three spoons of sea salt, the mixture becomes an anti-oxidant and helps in removing the henna stain.

Use a cotton ball to soak it in the mixture and gently massage it over your skin. Leave it for some time and then wash your skin.

This suits especially for the dry skin people. The natural moisturizer will keep your skin away from dryness.

Toothpaste pack

To get rid of your old Mehndi soon, toothpaste pack is the best rescuer. Apply the toothpaste mixture all over your hands and leave it over 15 minutes.

Then gently rub it off using a toothbrush. The salt content in the paste will help highly help in the removal process.

Baking soda and lime juice

While lime juice itself is rich in antioxidant capacity, the baking soda added to it will act the best in removing the henna dye. In a cup of warm water, mix one spoon of baking soda and two spoons of lime juice. Apply the mixture in your hands and let it soak. Do it at least thrice a day.

However, in case of irritation, wash it immediately and do not repeat it.

Coconut oil and sugar

Coconut oil and sugar act as a natural scrubber in removing the Mehndi stain. Mix the sugar and coconut oil in 1:2 ratio and then scrub them over your hands and legs. This helps in fast fading of Mehndi.

Hair conditioner

A hair conditioning product that moistens your hair helps in removal of henna too. Apply the conditioner all over your hands and then wash it off.

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