26th October 2010 - Mehandi fun

Susie had a go at using the Mehandi dye with me being the guinea pig, mainly to check that it was safe to apply! It is made of the leaves of the Mehandi tree ground up and mixed with water. Otherwise known as Hena, which if I understand correctly is more a product name. So I am the proud owner of a orange/brown coloured mango pattern on my arm and a single ring around the little finger of my right hand. According to Aftab it is acceptable for men to have the ring around their finger whereas the women paint/dye both arms,feet and legs! Slight imbalance between the sexes, however I proudly show off my little finger adornment at work and was rewarded with laughter from the women who told me that it wasn't for men to wear - gonna kick Aftab's arse!