Lawsonia inermis (henna) extract, also known as hina, the henna tree, the mignonette tree, and the Egyptian privet, is a flowering plant and the sole species of the Lawsonia genus. It is the source of the dye henna.
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Uses
- Used to dye skin, hair and fingernails, as well as fabrics including silk, wool and leather.
Benefits
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An excellent skin conditioning agent.
Cautions
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Violation of government restrictions – Restricted in cosmetics; use, concentration, or manufacturing restrictions – Color additive not approved by FDA for cosmetics used around eyes (only for products for use around the eyes)
Interactions
n/a
Other names
hina, the henna tree, the mignonette tree, and the Egyptian privet
References
Source: Wikipedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lawsonia_inermis
EWG.org, https://www.ewg.org/skindeep/ingredient/703508/LAWSONIA_INERMIS_%28HENNA%29_EXTRACT/
Image Source: By Dinesh Valke from Thane, India – Lawsonia inermis, CC BY-SA 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=51582890