Clear Henna

[Alley Cat]

Ok I know there is a couple of other henna questions here but I want to know if anyone has a answer for me.
I asked a web site that sells clear henna what the ingredients were and they said just plain henna root. I was actually looking for cassia but it's obviously not that , the web site says clear henna is recommended for all hair colours and imparts condition and shine and does not colour the hair.
So what does plain henna roots do would it be better than cassia obovata ?
Hmm I am like the other poster I miss the henna thread and always read it though not always post in it:gurn:
Secretly and cheekily hoping the changes to the LHC include a Henna Forum [runs away to hide]:lafhard: [Yes I know there is a henna forum at hennaforhair but as so many of us henna it's just a secret wish]:nosey:

[snowbear]

From what you've just described, I think "clear henna" is cassia.
(I think I'll join you in running, as I agree about the need for a henna forum.)

[Alley Cat]

From what you've just described, I think "clear henna" is cassia.
(I think I'll join you in running, as I agree about the need for a henna forum.)
Ah we'll get our running shoes on together :p
Do you mean that cassia is made from henna roots?
:confused:

[Nastasska]

If you can track down a product called Rhazya Stricta you should get a really good result from that

[snowbear]

Ah we'll get our running shoes on together :p
Do you mean that cassia is made from henna roots?
:confused:
I meant that the description of the "clear henna" seems to fit the description of cassia. Some folks are discussing it over here (http://chatter.thebeautybottle.com/showthread.php?t=171), which might help you out.

[Alley Cat]

I meant that the description of the "clear henna" seems to fit the description of cassia. Some folks are discussing it over here (http://chatter.thebeautybottle.com/showthread.php?t=171), which might help you out.
Ok thank you for that:grinhappy:

[TheBlondeApple]

Different experts say different things, but on my neutral Henna, the INCI actually reads HENNA, not Cassia. I read that that's young Henna or something, but some other experts claim that that's not possible. I'm no expert :sorry:.
Anja

[Flaxen]

Do you mean that cassia is made from henna roots?
:confused: No, cassia obovata is a completely different plant. I don't think henna roots do anything.

[snowbear]

Ok thank you for that:grinhappy:
No problem. When in doubt, delegate! :lafhard:

[Alley Cat]

Thank you Andraste [I wanna call you nastasska :purplex: ] and The BlondeApple. I have seen that one you talked about Andraste when I was first looking for henna I think at the health food shop is that bonavit brand ?
The one I have inquired about is called Plant essentials a Aussie web site. I have been trying to find the cheapest cassia or something like that it's very expensive .:rain:
Thanks again guys it's all very interesting:innocent:

[Alley Cat]

No, cassia obovata is a completely different plant. I don't think henna roots do anything.
Oh gee as fast as I post a reply someone else answers . Hmm so many different opinions.:boggle:
Thanks Flaxen.:grinhappy:

[Flaxen]

Different experts say different things, but on my neutral Henna, the INCI actually reads HENNA, not Cassia. I read that that's young Henna or something, but some other experts claim that that's not possible. I'm no expert :sorry:.
Anja There is one possibility for that. If the henna is so old and stale that it won't dye anymore, it might still give shine. Also, I have read(don't remember where) that henna can be treated with heat somehow so that it won't dye.

[Sandie]

According to the places that sell body art quality there is no such thing as "neutral" or "clear" henna. If it is henna, it stains red. Period. What most people call "neutral henna" in generally cassia obovata. Cassia is a different plant than Henna. I use Cassia frequently and it is fabulous. It has no stain whatso ever to it, and will ad condition and shine to any hair. I get mine from www.mehandi.com Catherine is reputable and always ships promptly. She carries high quality product.

[Shermie Girl]

Briefly hijaking to chime in that I hope that we get a henna forum, too. That would be just the ticket! :whoohoo:

[Nastasska]

I used to get mine from Everyday Mehendi before the owner died.She was a wonderful person and I am really saddend to find out she died