What is Henna?

​A henna stain lasts 1.5 - 2 weeks depending on location,
​& stains a deep burgundy brown color. 

​Henna is made from a plant. The leaves are picked and ground up to create a paste that naturally stains the skin.

Jade Maxx procures dried, ground leaves; like a powder. Each artist uses their own mix to create a paste that can flow onto the skin. I use Eucalyptus, lemon juice, and table sugar. That's it! 

The henna paste is laid on top of the skin, dries, and slowly flakes off. Once the dried paste has all fallen off, a stain is left on the skin underneath. This stain darkens over 48 hours. Most people call this stain a henna tattoo (: 

How does Henna work, how do I care for it?

- I will create a piece of work on top of your skin with the Henna paste.
- This paste will dry within 30 minutes and start to flake off, but try not to pick, just let it fall. An orange stain on your skin will remain after the paste flakes off, and will need about two days to fully develop into dark brown.
- Avoid water on the henna tattoo stain until the morning after receiving the henna tattoo. Or the full 48 hour development stage, if possible.
- STAY WARM during this time, henna likes the heat while it develops. Heat and sun will help your stain develop darker and more evenly
- To help your stain last, keep it moisturized with essential oil or lotion and try not to scrub at it when you bathe. Any exfoliation of the skin will cause the henna tattoo to fade more quickly. Pat dry.

Does Henna show on darker skin tones?

Results can vary for everyone, no matter the skin tone. Both henna and jagua will show on darker skin tones but the darkness of the stain can be affected by many things:
Body temperature plays a huge role (the hotter the better, that's why we suggest getting into the sun), as well as skin type, lifestyle, area on the body etc.

If you didn't achieve the results you had hoped for, try choosing another location. If you are weary, before we apply the art let's talk about what you think might affect your chances of achieving a dark henna tattoo stain.

What is Jagua? 

Jagua stains lasts about 1.5- 2 weeks depending on location,
& stains a deep blue almost black color. 

​Jagua(Jog-wah) is the nectar from a fruit. This fruit grows in tropical regions like the amazon and Caribbean. Many indigenous tribes use this for body art representing thier place or purpose.​

- This is NOT to be confused with "Black Henna", a chemical filled henna alternative. Read more about why Henna is never naturally black on the blog. -

Jagua is mixed with edible tree gum (same stuff in our chewing gum) to create a gel like substance that we can draw with. This gel is left on the skin, dries, and is washed off. It must be washed off or it will transfer, it is quite potent. 

When washing it, most times it washes off the entire visual design, however, the design will reappear is it develops overnight. It takes about 24 hrs to fully develop.  

Since Jagua is a fruit juice, DO NOT USE IF YOU ARE ALLERGIC TO ANY FRUIT

How does Jagua work, how do I care for it?

- I will create a piece or work on your skin with the Jagua gel. This gel takes 30-60 minutes to dry, so be careful - the smallest touch of gel can instantly stain, but the stain develops overtime, so you don't even see it at first!
- Once the gel is flat on your skin, it is dry, and will need to stay on your skin for at least 4 hours (8 hours is recommended).
​- After your 4-8 hrs you can wash the jagua off with cold or lukewarm soap and water, scrubbing is okay. 
- Make sure to get all of the residue washed off. What is left is a very light stain that will develop over the next day into a deep color.
​- Keep your stain moisturized and try not to scrub at it when you bathe. Any exfoliation of the skin will cause the stain to fade more quickly. Pat dry.
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Fully Developed Jagua Stain (black) - Fully Developed Henna Stain (brown)

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How much is a Henna or Jagua tattoo?

Henna and Jagua are largely different materials to work with and to acquire, so the pricing is adjusted accordingly. The size and area of the henna or jagua tattoo are also taken into consideration when priced, just like a permanent tattoo shop.

There is a shop minimum of $35. If you'd like a precise quote send us a photo or bring it with you so we can discuss that in person. If you have a budget let us know. 

Do you have an idea in mind? If you do, send me an example photo or an explanation of what you're looking for and I will respond with a free quote!

​ Contact me here or at 636-293-3655
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Are henna or jagua tattoos safe?

YES! I use only ALL NATURAL materials so there is nothing to worry about. Because of the essential oils in henna tattoo paste, there can actually be a calming, therapeutic effect.

Jagua must only be avoided if there is a fruit allergy in the person. It is a fruit juice so it's best to avoid fi you have any related allergies.
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Is Black Henna Safe?

Beware of anything called Black Henna - this is typically the product of a natural henna substance mixed with an unsafe for skin dye to create the black color.
Hair dye and other dyes used in the Black Henna can be extremely harmful to the skin and create blisters, scarring, and in worst cases, respiratory arrest.

​Some of these also build their effects over time, so first use or first few uses are fine, but the third or fifth use could cause a major reaction. Learn more on the blog. 

Certain area of the body stain darker, or last longer.

With both henna and jagua, areas of skin that are thicker are typically more receptive to the tattoo staining. This includes the hands and feet to receive the darkest stains. As you move up the body the stain gets a little lighter, but lasts just as long. Once we reach the neck and face henna or jagua will stain maximum 5 days since the skin is typically more oily and shedding faster than the rest of our bodies.

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More Questions? 

Reach out! 
Text/Phone -  636-293-3655 
Email - missjademaxx@gmail.com

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