Many religions decorate the bride in henna before the marriage ceremony.
Body paint is not the same type of paint that one would use for paintings, nor house paints. The average person can be painted from head to toe with 16 to 20 fluid ounces of body paint. Body paint can be used to hide or enhance natural body features. It can be used in small areas of the body, such as on the face at a kid's birthday party, or it can be used to cover the whole body. Traditionally, it is a fun addition to many costumes. There are a handful of good paints for body painting, depending on the desired effect.
Liquid Latex
Liquid latex is made of rubber that self-vulcanizes at room temperature. It forms a thin, flexible layer that can even be used in place of clothing. It is available in many colors, but these colors will stain clothing. The first layer will take about five to 10 minutes to dry enough to apply other layers. The liquid latex will take one hour to dry completely. When your are done, the liquid latex can be peeled off.
Water-based paint
Water-based paints are easy to use and dry quickly. They also wash off quickly with just soap and water. They have little odor and generally are non-toxic. They are ideal for children's sensitive skin and are ideal for use in face painting at a children's party. However, they are not as long-lasting as other body paints, providing a temporary creative experience.
Oil-based paint
Oil-based paints are also known as alcohol-based paints. They are longer-lasting and more durable than water-based paints, but they are also more toxic and take longer to dry. They are waterproof and sweat-proof. Apply a moisturizing cream beforehand to help the paint stay set. Use lotion with mineral oils when taking off the paint. These are hazardous paints, so be careful when applying to sensitive skin and do not get too close to eyes, nose and mouth.
Henna
Henna is a plant used to dye skin, hair and fabric. The ancient tradition of henna as a body art has been used to decorate women's bodies for festivals and celebrations for thousands of years. Henna reacts to the temperature of your skin, and will therefore develop faster and darker with warmer skin. It will typically last a couple of weeks, depending on temperature and amount of washing.
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