Mehndi has been reported to date back 5000 years, originating from Ancient Indian texts and images. It is unknown when it actually started being used as a mehndi design because of its extensive history of migration and cultural interaction within the deserts of India. Some say Cleopatra, Queen of Egypt, utilized this type of body art to embellish her skin – along with other various makeup products such as eye make-up or lipstick.
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It is also believed that the Egyptians tattooed their nails of the mummy’s coffin in henna designs before they buried them. For centuries now, a thick paste of henna has come to be associated with positive energies and good fortune – even going as far back as ancient Indian culture which used mehndi patterns during wedding ceremonies. These were often done on the bride herself or on someone else close to her; this was done so that she would experience beauty and wealth when she goes on her journey after marriage. In addition to weddings, mehndi patterns have been traditionally applied for festivities like Karva Chauth, Diwali, Teej festivals among many others.
