Medicinal Value of Mehndi

                                             Mehndi/Heena as Medicine

                                   

                             Mehndi or Henna is greatly known for its medicinal values. Its medicinal values have proved that it is used as a natural dye and a cooling agent during summer season. Also mehndi holds a great significance in Indian culture. Any special occasions like weddings or festivals have this beautifully adorned Mehndi to enhance the importance of the event. Some medicinal values of mehndi are here : 

• Mehndi's medicinal value can help in controlling hair loss. Put henna leaves in mustard oil and boil it for 10 minutes, apply it on your hair this will promote hair growth.

• Henna seeds are useful during dysentery. Powder these seeds and mix it with ghee, make small balls that of beetle nuts size and take it along with water. 

• Mehndi's medicinal values have proved that the stem of the plant is good for treating jaundice and liver disorders. Make a decoction by boiling the scrape of the stem in water and drinking it for two times a day can treat these disorders. 

• During sore throat henna leaves decoction is used for gargling. 

• Mehndi's medicinal values are effective on treating prickly heat. Ground henna leaves with water and apply it on the affected areas. Leave it for 10 minutes and while you take bath wash it off in luke warm water.

• Henna leaves are used for treating skin disorders like boils and burns. 

• Henna flower is used to treat headache. Make a plaster out of henna flower by mixing it with vinegar and apply it on your forehead. 

Headache Remedy

 
     In addition to the relaxing and cooling properties of the henna seeds, anise seeds are also a good antispasmodic.

1 tablespoon (15 gm) henna seeds, outer shells cracked and inner seeds ground
1 tablespoon (15 gm) black anise (Pimpinella anisum) seeds, crushed Boiled, cooled water or apple cider vinegar
1 gauze compress

1. Using a mortar and pestle, pound and grind together the henna and black anise seeds. Add just enough water or vinegar to make a paste.

2. Spread the paste onto a gauze compress. Apply the compress to the head, lay down to rest for 15 to 30 minutes. 

Irritated skin balm

    Lawsome may be the ingredient in henna that serves as an antiseptic, bactericide, and fungicide. This remedy will not stain the skin.

2-3 tablespoon (10-15 gm) neutral, uncoloured henna powder
4-5 ounces (130 ml) apple cider vinegar, warmed

1. Mix henna powder with warm vinegar to form a paste. 

2. Apply as a dressing directly to the affected area of skin.

 Scalp Treatment
     
 To increase hair growth and reduce hair loss.

1 tablespon (15 ml) henna flower oil
1 tablespon (15 ml) jojoba extract
1 tablespon (15 ml) calendula infused oil
½ tablespoon (2.5 ml) carrot seed oil
2 drops essential oil of clove bud
4 drops of essential oil of rosemary
5 drops East Indian essential oil of patchouli
2 drops essential oil of cedarwood

1. In a 2-to-3-ounce (60-95 ml) opaque bottle, combine henna, jojoba, calendula, and carrot seed oils. Add essential oils and shake to mix. Label and date. 

2. If desired, warm the bottle of oil in a warn water bath before using. Massage a few drops into scalp before bedtime. Apply two or three times a week.

Nail- conditioning 

Treatment Here's an easy, low-cost routine. Remove existing nail polish a day or two before the treatment. Remember to stir the paste each time.

½ cup (130 ml) boiled spring -or distilled water, cooled to warm
½ teaspoon (2.5 g) uncolored, neutral henna powder
1 teaspoon (5 ml) plain organic yogurt (optional)
2-3 drops eucalyptus oil (optional)

1. In a plastic or glass bowl, mix neutral henna and water to form a paste. Store leftover mixture in a sealed container in refrigerator for 2-3 days only. 

2. Using a chopstick or flat-edged toothpick, globe the henna paste on each of your clean, dry nails and cuticles. Keep the paste for 10 minutes. If you have time, put both hands in a plastic bag and cover with a towel for as long as possible. 

3. Rinse your fingers in lukewarm water and towel-dry. Gently buff the nails with a chamois nail buffer. Then coat your nails with deep, penetrating avocado, almond, or calendula oil.