The Ultimate Guide To Choosing A Bridal Mehndi & Bridal Henna Artist
Having flawless make up, fine jewels, luscious locks and the dream dress are obviously some of the most important elements to achieve this
. But what about youre bridal Mehndi?
Mehndi or Henna is just as important as hair and Asian bridal makeup for the Asian bride and is regarded as one of the key elements to beautify a bride for her big day. But with so many Mehndi artists that offer an extensive range of designs, it can be difficult to find the perfect artist for you.
By following our guide, youll be able to choose a Mehndi artist thats fits your requirements, who can offer you quality service and breath taking designs adapted to your preferences to achieve your perfect bridal look.
Finding your Mehndi Artist
There are several ways you can go about looking for a great Mehndi artist. A good place to start would be looking through Your Dream Shaadis online Asian wedding directory, looking through bridal magazines and searching for Mehndi artists on google. Visiting the artists website will give you an idea of the style of work that they do.
Another great way of finding potential Mehndi artists is by recommendations from family or friends. They may be able to recommend an aspiring or beginner Mehndi artist whose work is worth taking a look at, so make sure you ask around.
Design and Consultation
Take into consideration that Mehndi designs are not limited to specific patterns. Most brides tend to match the Mehndi design and amount with the style of their dress to complement the embroidery and final look. A small amount of Mehndi usually flatters a Western style of dress, whereas a traditional embroidered Lengha is usually beautified with an intricate Mehndi design done up to the elbows.
Whether you want traditional, Arabic, abstract or contemporary, your Mehndi artist should be able to work with your ideas and style in mind. The type of Mehndi designs can differ extensively and can reflect different cultures and countries. Here are some designs that are available on offer and how they differ from one another.
Traditional/Indian - Traditional Indian Mehndi designs are very intricate that consist of fill-in designs between larger patterns, such as peacocks and human figures. This design doesnt leave much skin showing.
Contemporary Contemporary designs combine modern and in trend patterns with sometimes abstract qualities. It can be similar to the traditional designs but are slightly more spaced out so you can see skin. Other artists combine geometric patterns which are generally abstract to create a modern design.
Arabic Arabic designs are more basic and subtle than the traditional designs. They often include a lot of curvy floral designs with small details. The shapes used in Arabic designs are not block coloured in with henna, making the skin exposed between the Mehndi lines.
During your consultation make sure you communicate what types of styles and patterns you like. The key to a good Mehndi artist is one who is happy to provide ideas and help you to choose a design that suits your needs.
As part of their service the majority of bridal Mehndi artists provide a free consultation where you can view their portfolio. Before your consultation, you may want to enquire about having a Mehndi sample done. This will give you a true idea of the quality of the Mehndi application, the artists style and the intensity of stain on the big day.
Attitude
If you find that your Mehndi artist doesnt listen to your requests, or even comes across as being a bit on the stroppy side, then we suggest you find another. Having your Mehndi applied is an exciting and joyous occasion which marks the final days leading up to your wedding. You dont want that atmosphere ruined by a moody artist who doesnt listen to your requests. Having a happy and friendly Mehndi artist makes all the difference to your mood and the quality of the Mehndi design.
Quality of the Mehndi
Something that separates good artists from great artists, are those that make their own natural Mehndi paste. Mehndi paste is made with natural plant extracts, however some pre made pastes from shops contain toxic substances that can irritate the skin such as kerosene, PPD, artificial dyes, preservatives and dangerous levels of lead.
Make sure you ask your artist if they make their own Mehndi or uses pre-made cones. If youre Mehndi artist refuses to disclose the ingredients, its better not to go ahead with the booking in case there are any harmful ingredients used.
Bear in mind that the fresher the paste, the more dark and intense the stain of the Mehndi will be. Fresh and natural Mehndi has a shelf life of 2 to 4 days, however some artists tend to make Mehndi in batches and freeze them to preserve it.
Some brides prefer their Mehndi to be black in colour instead of the reddish brown stain and opt to use black henna. Its extremely important to note however that black Mehndi/henna is extremely dangerous. It contains high amounts of PPD (para-phenylenediamine) which is illegal in the UK to use in body art. When applied to the skin it causes intense pain, swelling, scaring and is associated with bladder cancer, asthma and many other health problems. Harquus is a safe alternative to achieve black colouring and is used by many people to create temporary tattoos.
Your Budget
If youre working on a tight budget there are several ways you can save some pennies when considering the amount and design of your Mehndi.
Its worth bearing in mind the rates charged by the Mehndi artist depends upon the design. The more intricate the design, the more it will cost as it takes a lot of time and effort. Try cutting down on the intricacy of your design and instead incorporate some complex features into a design that fits within your budget. You may also want to enquire about any packages your Mehndi artist provides.
The amount of Mehndi you apply also determines the cost. Traditionally it is applied to hands and feet, but there are an increasing number of brides who take the Mehndi application up their arms, legs and even sometimes onto their backs. Be strategic about how much Mehndi you want applied. If no one is going to see the Mehndi on your arms, then you might be able to cut down on the cost by just applying Mehndi to your hands.
by: Rahul Katrak
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