The Difference Between Temporary Tattoos & Henna Body
Painting
Friday, December 24, 2009
Temporary Tattoos are an ink that transfers to the skin. A waterproof adhesive keeps the tattoo on the skin for several days. The tattoos begin slowly fading after the while. They usually will not wash off, but can be removed with rubbing alcohol. If treated gently, temporary tattoos will last for up to 5 days, even while swimming & bathing
Henna body painting can last for several weeks. It is a plant
that is ground up to make a paste with other herbs and usually
eucalyptus oil and either tea or coffee to make it darker. The resulting
greenish paste is painted on the skin and coated with a lemon sugar
glaze to keep the endothermic reaction going longer. It leaves an orange
or reddish or brown stain, which will vary with individual response,
recipe and length of application. It stains down deeper than just the
surface, but once again, as the skin replenishes itself, the stain
gradually fades. It will leave the darkest stain on the palms of the
hands and fingertips, along with the soles of the feet. The designs will
also fade from these areas the fastest as the skin refreshes the fastest
on surfaces with the most contact. Designs can last from days to weeks
and vary widely.