Mendhi For centuries in India and the Middle East, people have been decorating their bodies with a special paste made from henna (a plant). Traditionally henna design is applied to a bride's hands and feet before her marriage ceremony. At HALO, we have imported this art giving it a modern twist while retaining much of the traditional design and patterning. The henna paste is applied to the skin in a desired pattern and then left to stain the skin for a duration of time. After the paste is flaked away, you will have a beautiful dark red/brown "tattoo" which lasts for two weeks approximately. Most parts of the body can be decorated with henna, but the hands and feet do stain more readily. Studio appointments must be booked at least 12 hours in advance in order to prepare the henna paste. Bookings for corporate events, special occassions, and parties must be made 48 hours in advance.