🌿 Henna Powder

🔬 Botanical Profile

• Botanical Name: Lawsonia inermis
• Family: Lythraceae
• Common Names: Henna, Mehndi, Hina, Egyptian Privet
• Part Used: Dried & powdered leaves
• Origin: India, Egypt, Sudan, Iran

⚙️ Processing Method

• Harvesting mature henna leaves
• Sun-drying under hygienic conditions
• Cleaning (stems, dust removed)
• Grinding into fine cosmetic-grade powder
• Packed in airtight, light-resistant bags

🧬 Nutritional & Chemical Composition

Note: Henna is non-edible, used only for cosmetic/therapeutic purposes.

💆‍♀️ Health & Wellness Benefits

• Natural hair conditioner & dandruff control
• Safe chemical-free dye for hair, beard & skin
• Cooling effect when applied to palms/soles
• Antibacterial & antifungal for skin health
• Ayurvedic therapeutic uses for wounds & inflammation

🎨 Cultural & Cosmetic Applications

• Hair coloring & conditioning
• Body art (Mehndi) for weddings & festivals
• Herbal shampoos, masks & creams
• Eco-friendly textile dye

🌍 International Market Insights

• Top Exporters: India, Egypt, Morocco, Yemen
• Major Importers: USA, UAE, UK, Germany, Japan, Canada, Australia
• Demand rising in organic cosmetics & halal-certified products
• Exported in raw, sifted & premium cosmetic grades
• Certifications: ISO, USDA Organic, ECOCERT, Halal, REACH, GMP

🏷️ Product Formats Available

Shelf Life: 2 years (cool, dry, dark storage)

🧭 Export Potential

Indian Henna (especially from Sojat, Rajasthan) is world-renowned for its high dye content and purity. Demand is growing in clean beauty, vegan products, and cultural lifestyle markets.