Producer:  Priyanka Das Editor: Sujata Singh

10 Tips to Make Mehndi Darker Overnight

Wash before applying

Clean hands make for a darker stain.

Apply eucalyptus oil

Eucalyptus oil helps the henna paste to adhere to the skin and darken the stain.

Let your mehendi dry naturally

Air drying will help the henna to oxidize and darken.

Invest the hours

The longer you leave the henna on, the darker the stain will be.

Smoke it

Smoke helps to develop the colour of the henna.

Lemon and sugar

A mixture of lemon juice and sugar can help to darken the henna stain and make it last longer.

Vicks to the rescue

 VapoRub contains menthol, which can help to darken the henna stain.

Stay away from water

Avoid water contact until the henna has completely dried and set.

No beauty treatments

Avoid using any harsh chemicals or products on your hands until the henna has faded.

Apply well in advance

The earlier you apply the henna, the more time it has to darken.