How to Henna Your Hair Without It Going Patchy

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Use natural body art quality henna.

   Body art quality henna is usually better quality and has more dye than hair henna, and will give you better results.
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   Step 2: Mix it with an acidic liquid

   About 200g for shoulder length straight hair is enough. , If it's brown on top, it's ready. , The henna does that for you. ,,,, Do the underneath of your hair too. ,,, One hours will give you a slight red tint, whereas 4-6 will give you a nice red.
   
   For the most red, try to leave it on overnight or for at least 8 hours. , Use thin, cheap conditioner to help get the paste out.
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   Step 3: such as lemon juice or red wine

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   Step 4: tea and olive oil can also be used and makes it easier to wash out but add just enough so that it is a kind of smooth paste.

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   Step 5: Let the henna sit for several hours until the paste has released the dye.

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   Step 6: Wash your hair

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   Step 7: but don't condition it.

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   Step 8: Brush it out

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   Step 9: and then brush backwards.

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    Step 10: Slide your henna over your hair

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    Step 11: so that the roots of your hair have henna on them.

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    Step 12: Smear another handful over the rest of your hair.

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    Step 13: Repeat last step until your hair is covered.

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    Step 14: Place plastic bag (medium-sized with no holes)or cling wrap over your hair so that it covers it completely.

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    Step 15: Put a warm towel over it

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    Step 16: and tie it in a turban.

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    Step 17: Leave on your hair for 1-8 hours (depending on how red you want your hair to be).

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    Step 18: Rinse out thoroughly.

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