Color and Longevity

How Long Will The Henna Tattoo Last And What Color Will It Be?

The color and longevity of a henna tattoo depend on several factors including:

  • How long you leave the paste on your skin
  • What part of the body you decorate
  • The cleanliness of the area
  • Your skin chemistry
  • Body temperature
  • How you care for your henna

Henna starts off orange and darkens over 2-3 days to a red/brown color. The hands and feet yield the darkest color and the further away from those areas you get, the lighter the stain.

Generally, you can expect good color for 4-10 days and all traces of henna will be gone in 1-3 weeks (with most being gone in about 2 weeks). The best color is 2-4 days AFTER the henna is applied.

Book three days in advance of when you want your best color. For example, if your event is on a Saturday, book your henna appointment on Wednesday for the best possible color.

Graphic of henna oxidation with a picture of the same hennaed hand at each of the four stages.

The final color you get will depend on all the factors listed above.