24 Reasons Henna Tattoos Are Always A Good Idea

    Because you can't possibly regret something that only lasts a couple of weeks. Right?

    Nirali Shah
    by Nirali Shah

    BuzzFeed India Contributor

    1. First of all, henna is temporary.

    2. If you're careful and don't put too much water on it, it can stay for up to 3 weeks.

    3. It's perfect if you're commitment phobic towards body art.

    4. You don't need an expert to put it on you.

    5. Seriously. Even a bunch of dots can look pretty with henna.

    6. Or a cute little succulent.

    7. Even a tiny musical note.

    8. It (not unlike humans) looks beautiful in all colours.

    9. Henna is applied before all happy occasions in South Asian countries as well as the Middle East.

    10. Like weddings and baby showers.

    11. It's made from crushed leaves of the Henna plant and is super safe and organic.

    12. I mean you can put this stuff on babies!

    13. And plates. It looks great on plates too.

    14. There's absolutely no pain in this kind of tattoo.

    15. Except for the pain of keeping you hand still while it's applied and dried.

    16. It looks elegant on feet.

    17. Seriously. It looks elegant everywhere. Everywhere.

    18. Although not common, it is mandatory for some grooms to wear it on their wedding day.

    19. Religious symbols and designs from nature feature heavily.

    20. So do mantras and Indian goddesses.

    21. Henna is versatile and has the ability to look business chic.

    22. ALL henna tattoo videos are hypnotic AF.

    23. You could look at this for hours.

    24. Also did I mention, they're temporary?