questions, queries, concerns.

frequently asked questions

how many designs per bottle?

it depends.

for small hand designs, you’ll get a lot of them.

for medium designs with decent detail, you’ll get a few.

for larger intricate designs you’ll get a couple. 

we sell multipacks if you’re unsure!

once the stain is on skin it’s hard to remove.

do not use hard chemicals and do not scratch the skin as this will cause damage.

frequent washing and using moisturiser will help exfoliate the skin, lifting the stain quicker.

if you’ve made a mistake, relax, it’s temporary anyway.

depends on your skin tone, depends on the thickness, depends how long you leave it to dry, depends if you leave if the bottle open too long, depends how often you wash, depends where you stain. 

we say one to two weeks, but sometimes it could be three.

it depends!

twelve to twenty four hours.

don’t be disillusioned when your stain doesn’t show up straight away, it oxides with the air to fully develop their dark tones. 

no.

black henna is often unregulated and can contain added chemical dyes — commonly PPD — to create an instant, very dark result. those additives are known to cause serious skin reactions, burns, and long-term sensitivity.

stain. does not contain those dyes.

our formula is plant-based and certified within the EU, meeting European cosmetic safety standards. the colour develops naturally over 12–24 hours as it oxidizes on the skin, reaching a blue-black tone without artificial black additives.

it fades gradually over 7–14 days as your skin renews.

as with any cosmetic product, we always recommend a patch test before full application — especially if you have sensitive skin.

no.

yes.

the gel is made + certified in the EU. 

always patch test.

application

storage.

store stain. cold

four months in the fridge. 

fourteen in the freezer.

you can refreeze it as many times as needed.

once opened store cold and don’t loose the lid.

orders.

orders are typically dispatched within 1-3 working days after purchase.

due to the nature of the product, opened or used items cannot be returned. 

if something isn’t right with your order – missing items, damage, or delivery issues – get in touch with your order number and we’ll help as quickly as possible

still in doubt?

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