After putting on mehndi, wait for at least 30 minutes for it to dry. Avoid touching anything during this time. You can let it dry naturally or speed up the process with a hair dryer for a shinier look.
Keeping the Mehndi Moist
For a rich color, keep the mehndi a bit moist. If it dries and starts peeling off, it won't give a deep color. So, don't let it come off right after drying for a darker shade.
Enhancing Color with Sugar and Lemon
Mix 20-30 ml of lemon juice with a teaspoon of sugar. Apply this mixture to semi-dry mehndi. It protects the mehndi and makes the color more vibrant.
Dealing with Moisture
Mehndi shows better color in warm climates. When your skin is warm, it helps the mehndi color to penetrate better, giving a thicker color. Avoid excessive moisture.
Applying a Protective Coating
To maintain the mehndi color, apply a mixture of lemon and sugar twice on the dried mehndi. This protective coating keeps the mehndi beautiful and enhances its color.