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  1. Royal Thai Massage Flinders

    Royal Thai Massage Flinders

    Shop 7 / 2 Queen Street, Melbourne CBD 3000
    (14)
    Need a truly professional massage treatment that has you feeling like a whole new person? Book an appointment at Royal Thai Massage Flinders, with Bookwell.
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  2. Dazzling Hair and Beauty

    Dazzling Hair and Beauty

    3 / 60 North East Road, Walkerville 5081
    (42)
    All your essentials are under one roof at Dazzling Hair and Beauty. Come in for great haircuts, colouring, waxing, lash and brow treatments, and more.
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  3. Rimi Beauty Threading and Waxing Studio

    Rimi Beauty Threading and Waxing Studio

    3A/251 Teviot Road, , Greenbank 4124
    (30)
    For all your threading, waxing and beauty needs, the fantastic team at Rimi Beauty on Teviot Road in Greenbank have got you sorted. Book online today.
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  4. Bliss Beauty & Skin Therapy

    Bliss Beauty & Skin Therapy

    Nat ORG Building, 143 Junction Road Clayfield, Clayfield 4011
    (29)
    Bliss Beauty & Skin Therapy is a modern massage and beauty spa. Services on offer include tanning, waxing, massage, mobile spa packages and various beauty treatments for radiant skin.
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  5. G & Shine Hair, Beauty and Fashion

    G & Shine Hair, Beauty and Fashion

    Shop 4b/50 Chambers Flat Road, Waterford West 4133
    (20)
    G & Shine Hair, Beauty, and Fashion is a Waterford West beauty salon specialising in advanced beauty treatments and hair styling in a modern studio environment.
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  6. Glitzy Glam Beauty Salon

    Glitzy Glam Beauty Salon

    Shop 3 970 Logan Rd, Holland Park West 4121
    (27)
    Glitzy Glam Beauty Salon is dedicated to your beauty. Her one-stop shop for all beauty needs, offering threading, waxing, facials and nail treatments.
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  7. Signature Nail Designs

    Signature Nail Designs

    123 Kennedy St (Inside Bel's Hair & Beauty), Picnic Point 2213
    (1)
    Signature Nail Designs is a Picnic Point nail and beauty salon offering premium nail and beauty services in a luxe studio.
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  8. S&K Hair and Beauty Lounge

    S&K Hair and Beauty Lounge

    Shop 126 / 50 Asquith Street, Silverwater 2128
    (40)
    S&K Hair and Beauty Lounge is a Silverwater beauty studio offering fabulous skin and beauty treatments in a professional salon.
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  9. Essence Lashes and Beauty

    Essence Lashes and Beauty

    55/55 Elgin Street, Carlton 3053
    (1)
    Treat yourself to a revitalising experience with Melbourne’s most sought-after lash and brow technicians, at Essence Lashes & Beauty on Elgin St, Carlton.
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  10. Rimi Beauty Salon Stafford

    Rimi Beauty Salon Stafford

    19/400 Stafford Road, Stafford 4053
    (139)
    For all your threading, waxing and beauty needs, the fantastic team at Rimi Beauty on Teviot Road in Greenbank have got you sorted. Book online today.
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  11. Westgarth Beauty

    Westgarth Beauty

    64 High Street, Northcote 3070
    (41)
    Westgarth Beauty provides quality relaxing beauty services. The clinic offers sugaring, waxing and electrolysis hair removal.
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  12. Emily Glasson Hair and Makeup Styling

    Emily Glasson Hair and Makeup Styling

    Unit 3 / 9 Ocean Street, Maroochydore 4558
    (8)
    For all your mobile bridal hair, makeup and beauty needs in the Sunshine Coast area, Emily Glasson Hair and Makeup Styling has got you sorted. Get in touch.
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  13. Just Threading - Melbourne Central

    Just Threading - Melbourne Central

    LG25 / 102A La Trobe Street (Melbourne Central Shopping Centre), Melbourne CBD 3000
    (13)
    Just Threading – Melbourne Central is a professional brow and lash grooming parlour in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD specializing in brow shaping and hair removal.
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  14. Hey Brow

    Hey Brow

    Suite 4, 42 Thomas Drive, Chevron Island 4217
    (7)
    Get beautiful brows and lashes at Hey Brow. Offering expert knowledge in brow sculpting, lash extensions, henna, lash lifts, and protein treatments.
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  15. Lash Fantasy and Beauty Lounge

    Lash Fantasy and Beauty Lounge

    7A Glen Street, Werribee 3030
    (19)
    Whether you want to look your best for a special occasion or you’re overdue for a pampering, go to Lash Fantasy and Beauty Lounge on Glen Street in Werribee.
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  16. Just Threading - Highpoint

    Just Threading - Highpoint

    Shop 2153 Level 2 / 120 Rosamond Road (Highpoint Shopping Centre), Maribyrnong 3032
    (9)
    Whether you’re after high quality lash and brow treatments, a revitalizing facial or a wax, the amazing team of beauty pros at Just Threading in Highpoint Shopping Centre have got you covered.
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  17. Eyebrow Shape Threading & Waxing - Westfield Tea Tree Plaza

    Eyebrow Shape Threading & Waxing - Westfield Tea Tree Plaza

    972-976 North East Road, Modbury 5092
    (50)
    Eyebrow Shape Threading & Waxing - Westfield Tea Tree Plaza specialises in threading. Get those perfectly sculpted brows you've always wanted with eyebrow tinting, and eyelash tinting and lifting.
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  18. Justine's Accent on Beauty

    Justine's Accent on Beauty

    3/60 Railway Street, , Mudgeeraba 4213
    (12)
    Your go-to destination for manicures, pedicures, lash and brow treatments, waxing services and deluxe facials in Mudgeeraba QLD. Book online today.
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  19. Pretty Eyes Threading Bar - Murray Bridge

    Pretty Eyes Threading Bar - Murray Bridge

    21 / 53 South Terrace, Murray Bridge 5253
    (67)
    Book in with Pretty Eyes Threading for full on eye-wow. The talented therapists will thread, tidy and tint your lashes and brows to perfection!
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  20. DB Brow Studio

    DB Brow Studio

    Shop 1035a Ingle Farm Shopping Centre, Ingle Farm 5098
    (10)
    Treat yourself to perfectly shaped brows, lashes that go for miles, or a revitalising facial at DB Brow Studio in Ingle Farm Shopping Centre today.
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Henna

For some of us, henna was our very first hair colouring experience. And it sure was messy back then. The powder was mixed with water to make a rather gritty, lumpy, smelly paste, which was then applied to the hair.

Thankfully, henna has come a long way, but it is still something best applied in a salon. Whilst not as popular these days for hair, we are seeing many salons offering amazing henna body art, especially for weddings.

Origins

Henna is made from a flowering plant called Lawsonia inermis, which tends to grow in the subtropical regions of Asia and Africa. And it has been used forever to dye hair, nails, skin, and fabric. It can also be mixed with other natural dyes to create different hues.

Using henna for body art began in the Bronze Age in the Mediterranean, and is depicted in many artworks. It was used to mark special occasions and events, such as births, weddings, birthdays, and victory. This was probably due to the belief that henna was considered to deliver blessings and good luck.

In some cultures, it would take many days to decorate a bride with henna, as it was classed as a sacred ceremony. This is referred to as Mehndi, and you will see this listed as a service at many of our Bookwell salons.

Henna Tattoos

You may also see it listed as Henna Body Art, Henna Hand Art, temporary Henna Tattoos, or Henna Eyebrow Tattoo.

Mehndi is something quite spectacular, and the designs are very intricate. They are also indicative of their land of origin. Some of the most beautiful designs come from India and Pakistan.

However, it's most likely that the art form originated in Egypt, and evidence has been found on Egyptian mummies. It's likely the plant, Lawsonia inermis, grew naturally in Egypt, and was carried to India.

It's Temporary

Of course, henna body art is not actually a tattoo, as it is not permanent. And it is only applied to the surface of the skin, not injected below. This is one of the reasons why it has become so popular.

This is how it works. First, a paste is made with the henna powder, and used to apply the design. This can be done with a plastic cone, stick or paint brush. The paste is allowed to dry, which usually takes 15-20 minutes.

As the paste dries, it will begin to crack. Often a solution, such as lemon juice and sugar, is applied at this stage, to remoisten the paste and darken the stain. The decorated area may be wrapped to keep in body heat, and this will intensify the colour.

Protecting Your Tattoo

When the wrapping is removed, the design will continue to darken over the next day or two. The 'tattoo' will last one to three weeks, depending on how it was applied, the quality of the henna, and where it is on the body. Applying a natural oil moisturiser will help protect it.

If you are considering getting a henna tattoo, it's worth putting some thought into your choice of design. This is particularly true for wedding Mehndi. For example, do you want the design to be symbolic, or just decorative?

If you want your hands decorated, try and avoid going for very large designs. The smaller and more intricate, the greater the effect. This is a statement piece, so you want it to look professional and eye-catching.

Choosing A Salon

And do go to a salon that specialises in the art. They will use good quality henna, and will have plenty of design ideas to show you.

Mehndi really is very beautiful, and well worth considering for your special day.