Hourly Rate Calculation
Please review the diagram below to get a better understanding on how our hourly rate is charged.
For each 15 minutes over there is an extra cost of $25.
Before Application:
- Bridal mehndi should be done 2-3 days BEFORE the wedding. Since bridal henna can take hours to complete, if you are having a Sangeet party, it is best to get it done a day before.
- Waxing, shaving, hair removal, manicure and pedicure must be done a day or two before the henna application, not after.
- Any massages with oils and lotions must be avoided prior to henna application or done 2-3 days AFTER the henna has been applied. Clean dry skin is optimum for the henna stain to really soak into the skin.
- Make sure you have eaten and do everything before you sit down for your bridal henna, since you will have limited use of your hands for the next few hours.
During Application:
- Bridal henna can take 3-7 hours so make sure you are seated comfortably. A table and 2 chairs are best.
- Minimal greetings and hugging guests will ensure the mehndi is applied neatly and at a steady pace. Too many distractions and pauses interfere with the flow of the design and can stretch a 4 hours appointment to 6 hours.
- If any changes are made on the day during application, please note that the price will change accordingly, but cannot go below the original quote.
After Application:
- Be prepared to keep your henna on for 8-10 hours.
- Stay WARM throughout the 8-10 hours the henna paste is on, for a deep, rich stain.
- Avoid water contact with your henna stain for the next 24 hours as much as possible.
- Swimming pool and chlorine will kill your henna stain, so avoid swimming in a pool at all costs after getting your bridal henna done.
- Your henna stain will be a light bright orange the first day, and gradually darken to a deep, burgundy over the next 2-3 days.
