How do I patch test henna?

Mix a small amount of henna up and apply a small dot to the
inside crease of your clients’ elbow. After 20 minutes, this can be wiped off and the stain will remain. If there is any itchiness or discomfort in the area, then this is a reaction, and the treatment cannot go ahead.

How long should the henna sit on the skin before removal?

Ideally you want to leave the henna on for the entire
processing time (15-20 minutes) to get the full effect of the colour. It can be applied for less time to obtain a lighter colour, however this will mean that the colour won’t last as long on the skin. Also, if you take the colour off too early, it can sometimes leave a greenish-yellowish glow.

I left the henna on for 15 minutes but there was no stain on
the skin – why?

If the area wasn’t properly cleaned and prepped, then the
oils on the skin can stop the henna from soaking into the skin. It is really important that you remove all traces of makeup and properly prep the skin with the Skin Prep Lotion to ensure all oils are removed. Make sure the brows are dried before applying the henna, if the skin is still wet the henna won’t soak in as well. When applying the henna, make sure you move the brush in both directions so that the hair and skin is properly saturated in thehenna.

I used Honey on a blonde client and it came out really dark
– why?

Lighter, finer hairs absorb colour a lot faster than coarser
darker hairs, and it’s important to keep this in mind when choosing the colour and processing time for your client. When treating a fair client, check the results after 5 minutes by removing a small part of the henna with a cotton bud. It may be that the hairs are darkened, but the skin is not and, in this case, we recommend removing the henna to ensure the hair does not go too dark.

Fair clients need to be made aware that it may not tint the
skin if the henna takes too well on the hair and it has to be removed earlier than the 15 minutes advised.

What are the white balls in the Henna powder?

These balls are ‘gum’ which ensures the henna binds to the
water. To ensure the henna mixes well, mix the powder with hot/warm water and leave it to stand for 5-10 minutes. Use your brush to crush the balls against the side of the dish if they are still not dissolved. The balls will not affect the results should they not dissolve.

My clients’ brows have ended up with a red tinge during a
henna treatment– why?

If your client used self-tanning products in the area before
the treatment or got a spray tan then this can cause the henna to come out a reddish colour. Advise your client to avoid using any type of tan for 2 weeks before the henna treatment to prevent this reaction from occurring.

Can my Dyotics Brow Henna be out of date?

Yes, your henna will last for 8 months after opening. If you
use the powder after this date, there is a chance that it will not work as well.

I have used a shade that’s too light for my client – what
can I do?

When you are applying the henna, we recommend removing a
small section of the henna before removing all of it to check it has developed to the right colour for your client. If it is too light, then you can apply a second layer over the top to make the brows darker.

Before you start, use the colour chart on our website here to determine which colour will work best for your
client.

Remember you can also mix the different shades to obtain the
perfect colour for your client.

After removing the henna, the brows look green – why?

Pure henna is green. If you start using the henna mix too
soon, before the colour and solution develops then you will see a green glow. Make sure to mix it with hot/warm water and leave the solution to sit for 5-10 minutes before you start using it on the skin.

If you still notice the brows have a slight green-yellow tint to them after removing the henna, know that by the time your client gets home the green tinge will have gone.

How long will henna last on my clients?

The henna will last for 5 to 6 weeks on the hair and will
give a tattoo effect on the skin for up to 14 days.

Why are my clients’ brows fading faster than stated?

Water and sweat will cause them to fade faster. If they go
to the gym a lot, make sure to manage their expectations prior to the treatment. They need to be aware that they need to keep their brows dry for 12-24 hours after the treatment, and even after then, no scrubs or peels can be used on the brow area.

If the client has particularly oily skin, this can also cause the henna tint to fade quicker.

It could also be down to something you may have done in the
treatment, so make sure that you have checked all the following too;

• The skin was still moist from the pre-cleansing.
• The henna was applied too thinly, so that the skin wasn’t completely covered under the brow hairs.
• The skin was not properly prepped and cleansed.
• The colour of henna was too light for the client’s skin.
• The client has minimal brow hairs and as the tint lasts less time on the skin it will fade quicker than if there was hair there.

Could my clients skin be too oily for henna brows?

Yes, this is possible. If their skin is too oily, then the henna will not absorb properly into the skin or hair. In this case regular tint could be the better option for this client.

Can I tint my clients brows with henna after they have been
laminated?

No, you will need to wait 20 days before or after a lamination to tint with henna. This is because both treatments are very drying
for the hairs and so can cause breakages. If you want to tint at the same time as lamination, a standard eyebrow tint or hybrid tint can be used.

Can I use henna on pregnant or breastfeeding clients?

No, this treatment is not suitable for pregnant or
breastfeeding clients. Due to the change in hormones at this time, they can be a lot more susceptible to reactions at any stage which makes this treatment unsafe. Especially as pregnant people cannot take many antihistamines/antibiotics to combat any reactions that occur.

What is the aftercare for Dyotics Henna?

Make sure you explain the aftercare to each of your clients
post treatment, and get them to sign that they have received this on their client record form. The aftercare advice is as follows;

• Do not get the eyebrow area wet for the first 24 hours.
• No intense activity that can cause sweating for 24 hours. If they regularly do this after this date then advise your client that the brows may fade quicker.
• Do not apply any makeup in the region in the first 24 hours.
• Use as little cleaning products as possible after this point, no scrubs or peels though.
• Try not to apply lots of cream to the area.

Limit sun/sunbed exposure, especially in the first 24 hours– this will cause the colour to fade faster and can trigger an allergy.