Lustrous Henna®

Pure Indigo in Natural Hair Dye for Brown to Jet Black Hair.

Pure Indigo for Jet-Black Hair
-or my former secret for hiding those stubborn gray hairs!

This is a moment of BRAVERY. As I’m writing this, I’m thinking about later today when I’ll be following up my Lustrous Henna® Soft Black application with Pure Indigo Powder. Why? Because I have VERY STUBBORN GRAYS and I love jet-black hair! Lustrous Henna® Soft Black is a nice color that already contains some pure indigo powder (it's actually my natural hair color). However, with one application, my grays end up being a golden brown and I want jet-black hair. I could apply Lustrous Henna® Soft Black for a 2^nd time, if I wanted my short hair to be my natural soft black. However, did I mention? I love jet-black hair.

How I do it: When I'm mixing the Lustrous Henna®, I always add 1 teaspoon of organic apple cider vinegar, before application. I stay under the dryer for an hour. Before I rinse out the Lustrous Henna®, I mix a workable paste of Pure Indigo Powder and hot tap water (adding a sprinkle of sea salt to speed up natural dye activation). I usually add a drop of lavender, rosemary, basil and/or ylang ylang oil to mask the ‘hay’ smell, (optional). After rinsing my hair, I apply the pure indigo paste; cover with plastic wrap/cap; then again, sit under the bonnet hair dryer for an hour. Rinse out and I always love the results! Voila: jet-black hair! (The next day it’s even better after totally oxidizing.) As far as hair styling is concerned: it's quite obvious that I let my hair do what it wants.

How you can do it: Test a small patch of hair first to make sure you like the results.
This is messy and indigo can stain, so having an assistant is best (along with protecting all surfaces). Of course, you can follow my own personal method or follow the package instructions. You can experiment with all-natural Lustrous Henna® in a different shade of red or brown. Just remember, pure henna can only color your hair to bring out your natural highlights and/or darken your hair. Being a totally natural plant dye, it cannot make your hair lighter than your natural color, but it may bring out highlights you never knew you had.  

Detailed instructions about henna and indigo application.

Using the Indigo Plant as a Natural Hair Dye  

Indigo dye is made from processing the plant’s leaves by soaking them in water and allowing them to ferment. This converts the natural glycoside indicant into the dye, indigotin. It can then be pressed into cakes, dried and powdered; then used in natural hair dye. When used properly with pure henna, indigo dye will create shades ranging from brown to intensely black hair. It also makes hair soft and silky to the touch.

Pure henna powder and the crushed leaves of the indigo plant have been used for centuries to make what I love: jet-black henna hair dye. Both are currently available for anyone desiring brown or black hair from a natural hair dye made in the traditional manner (time-consuming); or the timesaving method I described above.

Read real customer testimonials.

 Author: L.J. O'Neal, writer and researcher. (L.J. is also a Lustrous Henna®  user.)

©2010-2015. L.J. O'Neal. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Do not copy or reprint this article without the consent of the author or Saba Botanical of USA.

Want to view our website? Go to:Saba Botanical of USA

 *Even though our herbal ingredients have been used in natural medicine for centuries, we must add the following disclaimer: The herbs, formulas, and recipes contained within this web site are not to be considered substitutes for proper medical and health care. As with any other medicine, if you are sick, you should consult a physician to find out if the herbal preparations listed here are right for you. Saba Botanical does not make any medical claims nor warranties regarding the use of the products listed on this site. No matter how natural a product is, it may have a potential of causing side effects and allergic reaction on certain individuals. You should consult your physician before taking any medication.

Pure Indigo Powder for Dark Brown Hair to Black Hair –Naturally.

About Pure Indigo Powder for Darker Hair

Henna is the most widely used natural dye throughout the entire globe. However, Pure indigo is the second most powerful and widely used natural dye. When henna and indigo are properly combined together for hair coloring, the results are fantastic. This combination produces an array of shades from brown, dark brown, blue-black, purplish-black, natural black, to jet-black hair. The results may vary, depending upon the process, hair condition, percentage of gray and the ratio of pure henna and pure indigo in this process. The henna and indigo application can be done in either a two-step or one-step process. Use together or separately, either way the results are admirable: hair is soft and silky to the touch.

The Indigo Plant

The word indigo has its origin from the Latin word 'Indicium' meaning blue dye from India. Indigofera Tinctoria is a sub-tropical plant that yields indigo. Since ancient times it’s been used by men and women to dye textiles and hair. As a hair dye, pure indigo is a green plant and the green leaves are dried, crushed and powdered. The dye is made from processing the plant’s leaves by soaking them in water and allowing them to ferment. This converts the natural glycoside indicant into the dye, indigotin. It can then be pressed into cakes, dried and powdered.

Pure Indigo Powder Consumer Reviews

“I used this product with the Lustrous Henna® dark brown combined to give me a darker tone. I wanted it as close to black as possible. I have a head full of grey and for many years I've been dying it with over the counter permanent hair dyes. Eventually those started to make my skin break out in a rash so I decided to give this a try. It is an amazing product! I absolutely love it! My hair feels and looks healthier.

The color is rich and the mix of those two hennas gave me the black I was looking for. It is safe enough to use all the time and did not make me break out in a rash. It is all-natural, so it is safe. I had read somewhere while I was reading about henna in general, that instead of mixing it with water, you could mix it with coconut milk. I decided to that instead, but water works just as well. It's a wonderful product and I can't imagine using anything else. Like any henna, it's messy but once you get used to manipulating it all, it becomes easier. I can't say enough good things about it. –Ivonne A. –Online review.

 “If you want black hair and absolutely brilliant coverage of gray, you need indigo. I dye my hair first with Lustrous Henna® Soft Black and then use Saba’s Pure Indigo. I have a lot of gray and the coverage is awesome. Really great results!!! – Z. W., Bayonne, NJ. USA

“Wonderful for preventing black hair from fading! I bought this and used it with the Lustrous Henna® in Soft Black. I love the shade of black this gave me! I have a bluish/purplish hue of black from using this! As a person who loved dying her hair a blue black I am extremely satisfied with the results! I will continue to buy this product. No more dangerous PPD products for me no more!” –Sarah, California USA

More real customer testimonials.

 Author: L.J. O'Neal, writer and researcher. (L.J. is also a Lustrous Henna®  user.)

©2010-2015. L.J. O'Neal. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Do not copy or reprint this article without the consent of the author or Saba Botanical of USA.

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 *Even though our herbal ingredients have been used in natural medicine for centuries, we must add the following disclaimer: The herbs, formulas, and recipes contained within this web site are not to be considered substitutes for proper medical and health care. As with any other medicine, if you are sick, you should consult a physician to find out if the herbal preparations listed here are right for you. Saba Botanical does not make any medical claims nor warranties regarding the use of the products listed on this site. No matter how natural a product is, it may have a potential of causing side effects and allergic reaction on certain individuals. You should consult your physician before taking any medication.

Saba Botanical of USA Pure Indigo Reviews

About Pure Indigo Leaves Powder by Saba Botanical

Indigo has been used since ancient times as a natural dye. The botanical name is Indigofera Tinctoria. It was used by men and women to dye textiles and hair. The dye is made from processing the plant’s leaves by soaking them in water and allowing them to ferment. This converts the natural glycoside indicant into the dye, indigotin. It can then be pressed into cakes, dried and powdered.

As a hair dye, pure indigo is a green plant and the green leaves are dried, crushed and powdered. When used properly with pure henna, it will create shades ranging from brown to jet black color.  It also makes hair soft and silky to the touch.

Saba Botanical of USA Pure Indigo Reviews

Recent unsolicited endorsements: Here are more natural hair product reviews that have made a difference. The following customer reviews appear just as they were sent to Saba Botanical of USA (other than typo correction). E-mail addresses and last names have been removed (unless given permission to use full name) for the sake of customer privacy.

I love my blue/black hair! Very high quality Indigo. It mixed well and rinsed out very easily and I have super curly (now thick from Henna) hair. I love how well my purchase was packaged - nice and air tight and everything was FRESH! …Great product, great customer care/follow up/affordable prices and I LOVE THE JET BLACK (bluish highlights in sun) that I achieved. Thanks Guys!!! –Mony M., Albuquerque, NM USA

Indigo. Very pleased with this. I was a bit unsure of this that it might have been too dark, but I mix equal parts henna and indigo and leave on for three hours. As noted under the henna review, my hair has stopped falling out and the colour is right. Thank you Saba Botanical. –Kerida H., Coolup, Western Australia

My husband’s 60% gray hair. For the 2nd application; I mixed 2 parts Soft Black Henna with 1 part Indigo. The choc brown coverage was very nice. Only a shimmer of gray/silver hair -that's not very noticeable. –Jacqueline A., South Amboy, NJ USA 

Covers my gray hair! I get jet-black hair with indigo and Lustrous Henna. I often follow up an application of Lustrous Henna with half a pack of your pure indigo (on my medium-length hair). I mix it in a paste with hot tap water and sprinkle a little sea salt to speed up dye release. I add one or two drops of lavender, rosemary and ylang-ylang oils for natural fragrance. I wash the Lustrous Henna out of my hair, and then apply the indigo paste. I cover my hair with plastic and sit under the hair dryer for about an hour. I love the results and get lots of compliments! Thanks. Antoinette W., Boston, MA USA

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We love reading and sharing your product reviews! Want to us send other natural hair product reviews? We’re here to help our customers. We encourage you to leave customer reviews for other Saba Botanical of USA products. We also love before and after photos of your positive experiences. 

However, if you happen to encounter any problems with any products, instructions, shipping or service, please contact Saba Botanical of USA promptly. We want to help each customer learn how to use the products correctly to ensure the best results.

Thank you for your Saba Botanical Product Reviews and continued support!

Read real customer testimonials.

 Author: L.J. O'Neal, writer and researcher. (L.J. is also a Lustrous Henna®  user.)

©2010-2015. L.J. O'Neal. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Do not copy or reprint this article without the consent of the author or Saba Botanical of USA.

Want to view our website? Go to:Saba Botanical of USA

 *Even though our herbal ingredients have been used in natural medicine for centuries, we must add the following disclaimer: The herbs, formulas, and recipes contained within this web site are not to be considered substitutes for proper medical and health care. As with any other medicine, if you are sick, you should consult a physician to find out if the herbal preparations listed here are right for you. Saba Botanical does not make any medical claims nor warranties regarding the use of the products listed on this site. No matter how natural a product is, it may have a potential of causing side effects and allergic reaction on certain individuals. You should consult your physician before taking any medication.

The Indigo Plant in Natural Hair Dye

About the Indigo Plant

The indigo plant has been used since ancient times as a natural hair dye. It was used by men and women to dye textiles and hair. The botanical name is Indigofera Tinctoria. Other synonyms are true indigo, pigmentum indicum, neel and neelii. The plant is actually a leafy shrub that grows 3-6 feet tall with magenta-colored flowers.

Indigo dye is made from processing the plant’s leaves by soaking them in water and allowing them to ferment. This converts the natural glycoside indicant into the dye, indigotin. It can then be pressed into cakes, dried and powdered; then used in natural hair dye.

How Pure Indigo Powder is used by Today’s Consumers

 “If you want black hair and absolutely brilliant coverage of gray, you need indigo. I dye my hair first with henna soft black and then use indigo. I have a lot of gray and the coverage is awesome. Really great results!!! My order only took a few days to ship. Saba-Botanical puts out a great product and is a very reliable company! I highly recommend it.” – Z. W., Bayonne, NJ., USA

“I mixed a little of this in with the Henna Soft black to get my hair just a wee bit darker. I like this too.” – N. H. in Pennsylvania, USA

“The indigo makes my black hair shiny and gives it a somewhat bluish purple hue depending on the lighting. I love it!” – Maria O., Broken Arrow, OK., USA

“It’s great. I mix it with Henna for my beard and mustache.” – Jorge F., Hatillo, Puerto Rico.

“Wonderful for preventing black hair from fading! I bought this and used it with the lustrous Henna in soft black. I love the shade of black this gave me! I have a bluish/purplish hue of black from using this! As a person who loved dying her hair a blue black I am extremely satisfied with the results! I will continue to buy this product. No more dangerous PPD products for me no more!” Sarah in California, USA

The Indigo Plant as Natural Hair Dye  

As mentioned previously, the green leaves of the indigo plant are dried, crushed and powdered. When used properly with pure henna, indigo dye will create shades ranging from brown to intensely black hair . It also makes hair soft and silky to the touch.

Pure henna powder and the crushed leaves of the indigo plant have been used for centuries to make a jet black henna hair dye. Both are currently available for anyone desiring brown or black hair from a natural hair dye made in the traditional manner.

Read real customer testimonials.

 Author: L.J. O'Neal, writer and researcher. (L.J. is also a Lustrous Henna® user.)

©2010-2014. L.J. O’Neal. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

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 *Even though our herbal ingredients have been used in natural medicine for centuries, we must add the following disclaimer: The herbs, formulas, and recipes contained within this web site are not to be considered substitutes for proper medical and health care. As with any other medicine, if you are sick, you should consult a physician to find out if the herbal preparations listed here are right for you. Saba Botanical does not make any medical claims nor warranties regarding the use of the products listed on this site. No matter how natural a product is, it may have a potential of causing side effects and allergic reaction on certain individuals. You should consult your physician before taking any medication.

Natural Hair Product Reviews for Saba Botanical of USA

Natural Hair Product Reviews

Recent unsolicited endorsements: Here are more natural hair product reviews that have made a difference. The following customer reviews appear just as they were sent to Saba Botanical of USA (other than typo correction). E-mail addresses and last names have been removed (unless given permission to use full name) for the sake of customer privacy.

Lustrous Henna® Red and Soft Black -Customer Reviews

Lustrous Henna® Red: 

“Gorgeous hair color -the best I ever had for thirty years I have used henna.” 
“Love!! this henna.  For 30 years I have tried every kind of red henna there is, but, by far Saba Botanical’s are the best ever. Thank You!!” –Vermell, Philadelphia, PA

Lustrous Henna® Soft Black:

“I absolutely love this product and have been using it now for 4 years. It's easy to use and looks very natural. Best thing ever as I'm allergic to hair dye and it has saved me. Thank you so much!! None of the products available in Australia compare and I've tried a few. Would love to try conditioners, etc, but gets a bit expensive for shipping from here . Thanks again for your excellent product, I've recommended it to many.  –Ingrid R., Victoria, Australia

“I have been using Lustrous Henna Soft Black for a couple of years with great satisfaction. This product rejuvenates my hair and gives it a shiny luster. Until then, I had been using chemical hair color which gave me allergic reaction such as itchy scalp red spots and blisters on my face and neck which would last for couple of days. This product is awesome. I would highly recommend to anyone who has an allergic reaction to the chemical hair colors.” – Safi K., Manassas Park, VA

Other Natural Hair Product Reviews

Lustrous Henna® Neutral:

“After much ado on the internet regarding whether or not there is such a thing as neutral henna vs cassia obovata I stumbled onto Saba Botanical and found out the truth. I love this product. It is the perfect choice for the lady who loves the way her gray has come in and doesn't want to change the color at all, but, does want deeply shiny, silky, young looking hair. It is hard to believe. My hair literally sparkles with shine and highlights. Couldn't be happier with the results.” – Dannette P., Yuba, CA

Pure Indigo Leaf Powder for Hair:

“Your indigo is the best ever!!!!! What can I say about Saba Botanicals Indigo makes my hair so soft and lustrous I brought the Black!!!! Thank You!!!!”  - Vermell, Philadelphia, PA

Send Us Your Saba Botanical Product Reviews

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However, if you happen to encounter any problems with any products, instructions, shipping or service, please contact Saba Botanical of USA promptly. We want to help each customer learn how to use the products correctly to ensure the best results.

Thank you for your Saba Botanical Product Reviews and continued support!

Read real customer testimonials.

 Author: L.J. O'Neal, writer and researcher. (L.J. is also a Lustrous Henna® user.)

©2010-2014. L.J. O’Neal. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

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*Even though our herbal ingredients have been used in natural medicine for centuries, we must add the following disclaimer: The herbs, formulas, and recipes contained within this web site are not to be considered substitutes for proper medical and health care. As with any other medicine, if you are sick, you should consult a physician to find out if the herbal preparations listed here are right for you. Saba Botanical does not make any medical claims nor warranties regarding the use of the products listed on this site. No matter how natural a product is, it may have a potential of causing side effects and allergic reaction on certain individuals. You should consult your physician before taking any medication.

Hair Dye Natural. Top 20 Blog Posts of 2013 on LustrousHenna.com

Natural Hair Dye Top Twenty Blog Posts of 2013

Have you been reading the latest natural hair blog posts on the LustrousHenna.com website? Well, just in case you’ve missed a couple, peruse the following posts about: Lustrous Henna, caring for natural hair, natural dyes, chemical dyes and more natural hair color information.

Shikakai and Amla: Hair Loss Remedy

Children's Health -Hair Dye for Teens and Pre-Teens

Hair Color - Golden Highlights with Cassia Obovata.

Hair Color Naturally -How to Mix Cassia Obovata (Senna Powder).

Henna Hair Dye -the Perfect Choice for Pregnant Moms

'Black Henna' -an Unsafe, Mislabeled Chemical Dye.

Men -Progressive Hair Dye is NOT the Answer!

Acne Treatment –Natural Recipes to Improve Oily Skin

Egg Yolk Skin Treatment and More -Beautify Naturally!

Hair Dye Chemical- Toulenediamine. How Safe?

Got Dandruff? Treat it Naturally.

Senna Brings Out Golden Highlights on a Cloudy Day

Hairstyles for Women that Highlight the Real You.

Men's Hairstyles that Rock the Natural You.

Natural Shampoo Powder that Totally Conditions Hair

Hair Dye with Metallic Salts –a Danger for Men and Women

Curly Hair Reminders -10 Top Natural Hair Tips

Henna Hair Dye Quickest Method to Color Hair and Cover Gray

Henna Hair Dye Application -Alternative Methods to Cover Gray

Hair Dye by Mother Nature -the Safe Way to Dye Hair

More to Come in 2014

Wait. There’s more. Just view the archives for additional blog posts designed to help you with hair color choices, natural hair and skin care. Thanks for reading and supporting LustrousHenna.com for the past year. We look forward to another exciting year of natural hair, hair color and skin care articles.

Read real customer testimonials.

 Author: L.J. O'Neal, writer and researcher. (L.J. is also a Lustrous Henna® user.)

©2010-2013. L.J. O’Neal. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

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*Even though our herbal ingredients have been used in natural medicine for centuries, we must add the following disclaimer: The herbs, formulas, and recipes contained within this web site are not to be considered substitutes for proper medical and health care. As with any other medicine, if you are sick, you should consult a physician to find out if the herbal preparations listed here are right for you. Saba Botanical does not make any medical claims nor warranties regarding the use of the products listed on this site. No matter how natural a product is, it may have a potential of causing side effects and allergic reaction on certain individuals. You should consult your physician before taking any medication.

Henna Hair Dye Application -Alternative Methods to Cover Gray

It only takes about 90 minutes from start-to-finish to color hair with Lustrous Henna® Hair Dye.  

Using Lustrous Henna® is the quickest way I know of to naturally color my natural soft black hair. The natural ingredients are premixed to laboratory specifications without any chemicals, saving me a ton of precious time. If my gray hair ends up being reddish and not Soft Black, most times I simply reapply the Lustrous Henna® Soft Black and “boom”, it’s perfectly covered with soft black color! Bridget (pictured) selected a different shade of Lustrous Henna that's extremely flattering. This is still much faster than the alternative methods.

Alternative: Henna Hair Dye -Baked Method Application

This “baked” method takes -about 5 hours- from prep to completion. I honestly can’t remember where I learned about this method to speed up the release and application of pure henna (when compared to the traditional overnight method of approximately 10-24 hours). However, I’ve never been disappointed with the results to achieve jet black hair.

Why I Occasionally Use the Baked Release Method for Pure Henna Hair Dye

Reason #1: I personally use this method occasionally when my hormone imbalances or medications appear to be interrupting my Lustrous Henna® Soft Black application and my stubborn gray hair ends up being a deep red (very pretty, though). However, as mentioned previously, most times I simply reapply the Lustrous Henna® Soft Black and “boom”, it’s perfectly covered with soft black color! This is still much faster than the alternative methods.

Reason#2: Followed up with an indigo application, my hair becomes jet black. Even though, “Soft Black” is my natural hair color, for a more dramatic effect, I’ll color my hair “Jet Black”.

Seriously, due to the lengthy 5 hour process with this “quicker” method of achieving Pure Henna dye release, I rarely use it because:

• I actually love using 100% All Natural Lustrous Henna® Soft Black.
• Lustrous Henna® makes my hair very soft, beautiful and…it takes only 90 minutes!

Instruction Link: Henna Hair Dye Baked Release Method.

Alternative: Traditional Henna Hair Dye Application (Longest Method)

(10-24 hours from start to finish)

If you don’t mind spending several hours dying your hair color naturally, the links below are to an old technique you may prefer.* Perhaps you simply want jet black hair or to cover (super-stubborn resistant) gray hair, using a traditional method of ancient ingredients and avoid the harmful effects of chemical hair dye. If you are pregnant or nursing, then this is the recommended method for hair color if you desire jet black hair. If you are a man who wants to avoid dangerous chemical progressive dyes and get jet black hair, then this is a henna hair dye method for you too.

Instruction Links:

Jet Black Hair from BAQ Henna. Part 1 of 2.

Jet Black Hair from BAQ Henna. Part 2 of 2.

REMEMBER: If you simply don’t have the time and want to naturally dye your hair in about 90 minutes, use 100% Lustrous Henna in Soft Black (no jet black hair shade yet). 

Read real customer testimonials.

 Author: L.J. O'Neal, writer and researcher. (L.J. is also a Lustrous Henna®  user.)

©2010-2015. L.J. O'Neal. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Do not copy or reprint this article without the consent of the author or Saba Botanical of USA.

Want to view our website? Go to:Saba Botanical of USA

 *Even though our herbal ingredients have been used in natural medicine for centuries, we must add the following disclaimer: The herbs, formulas, and recipes contained within this web site are not to be considered substitutes for proper medical and health care. As with any other medicine, if you are sick, you should consult a physician to find out if the herbal preparations listed here are right for you. Saba Botanical does not make any medical claims nor warranties regarding the use of the products listed on this site. No matter how natural a product is, it may have a potential of causing side effects and allergic reaction on certain individuals. You should consult your physician before taking any medication.

Indigo and Henna Powder -a Combination that Beautifies Hair

Pure Indigo Powder Beautifies Hair

Since ancient times natural pure indigo and henna powder have been used to beautify hair. Known for their radiant beauty, Cleopatra and Nefertiti used henna and indigo to dye their hair. In modern times, even though henna is the most powerful natural hair dye used around the globe, indigo is the second most used plant as a natural hair dye.

Pure Body Art Quality Henna Beautifies Hair

Rajasthani, India is widely acclaimed as the source of the world’s best henna, being farmed and produced for generations. This is 100% natural, pure body art quality henna. It’s the finest quality pure henna powder, perfectly sifted and with the highest henna dye content.  (Henna dye content make a big difference in the quality of the henna powder). Therefore, pure body art quality henna from Rajasthani is an excellent choice for hair coloring. 

 Pure Indigo and Pure Body Art Quality Henna Powder

-Works Over Chemical Hair Dye or Stubborn Gray

You can use 100% pure body art quality henna over a commercial hair dye or chemical residue in hair. There are no added chemical dyes in pure body art quality henna. It is 100% pure and contains no other ingredients. The highly sifted body art quality henna makes it easy to apply and to rinse out of hair. Body art quality henna dyes the hair, as well as covers stubborn gray hair

What Determines Finished Natural Hair Dye Color?

When henna and indigo is combine together for hair coloring it can result in: natural black, jet black, blue-black, purplish black or dark brown hair. The results may vary, depending upon the process, hair condition, percentage of gray and how you use your henna and indigo in this process. Henna and Indigo application can be done in either a two-step or one-step process. Use together or separately, either way the results are admirable.

Lustrous Henna® Indigo Leaves Powder for Hair

Pure Body Art Quality Henna

Read real customer testimonials.

 Author: L.J. O'Neal, writer and researcher. (L.J. is also a Lustrous Henna® user.)

©2010-2013. L.J. O’Neal. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Do not copy or reprint this article without the consent of the author or Saba Botanical of USA.

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*Even though our herbal ingredients have been used in natural medicine for centuries, we must add the following disclaimer: The herbs, formulas, and recipes contained within this web site are not to be considered substitutes for proper medical and health care. As with any other medicine, if you are sick, you should consult a physician to find out if the herbal preparations listed here are right for you. Saba Botanical does not make any medical claims nor warranties regarding the use of the products listed on this site. No matter how natural a product is, it may have a potential of causing side effects and allergic reaction on certain individuals. You should consult your physician before taking any medication.

'Black Henna' -an Unsafe, Mislabeled Chemical Dye.

The Hair Dye 'BLACK HENNA'. What Does It Mean?*

About the misnomer: 'Black Henna':

• 'Black Henna' is not pure, nor is it pure henna. Pure henna is a green plant (Lawsonia inermis)and the green leaves are dried, crushed and powdered. When used alone it will turn the hair an orange-red color. If it is properly used with pure indigo, the hair will dye to black.  If it is mixed with a very toxic chemical called, para-phenylenediamine (PPD), “coal tar”.
   
• 'Black Henna' is not pure indigo or 'black indigo'. Pure indigo is a green plant(Indigofera tinctoria) and the green leaves are dried, crushed and powdered. When used properly with pure henna, it will turn hair to a black color. However, if it is mixed with chemicals dyes, or even henna that has been compromised by chemicals, including PPD, then it is not pure indigo or the so-called, 'black henna'.

• PPD is known to cause severe skin allergies such as: Permanent scarring, marked redness and swelling of scalp, face and eyes, eyelids may completely shut, allergic contact dermatitis may spread throughout body.
• Severe PPD allergy can also result in contact urticaria and anaphylaxis on rare occasions. See: NZ Dermatological Society report and photos.  
• PPD*: “This compound is used in almost every hair dye on the market, regardless of brand. The darker the colour, usually, the higher the concentrations. Some of the so-called "natural" and "herbal" hair colours, while ammonia-free, contain PPD. Some products sold as henna also contain PPD added, particularly so-called 'black henna'. In many cases, PPD causes allergic reaction, and can cause scarring in some people. PPD should never be applied directly to the skin in its pure form or mixed with anything else.”

Get to know the facts and keep safely away from harmful chemical and synthetic hair color dyes.

Lustrous Henna® in Soft Black Shade is NOT 'Black Henna'.

Lustrous Henna® is 100% All Natural Hair Color Dye. The soft black shade is derived from mixing pure henna (from the henna plant) with the extracts of pure indigo and other botanicals found in nature.

Lustrous Henna® is completely para-phenylenediamine-free (PPD-free hair dye); also, ammonia-free, peroxide-free. A totally natural hair color. 

*See Wikipedia: Henna, p-Phenylenediamine

Learn more about Para-Phenylenediamine (PPD) dangers

“One Man’s Successful Quest: Find An All-Natural Hair Dye for Men and Women. Leads to Invention.”  
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 
See: “Temporary Tattoos, Henna, Mehandi” (FDA.gov) 

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Author: L.J. O'Neal, writer and researcher. (L.J. is also a Lustrous Henna® user.)

©2010-2013. L.J. O’Neal. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

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Indigo for Hair, Product Reviews for Saba Botanical of USA

Pure Indigo for Hair - Recent Unsolicited Endorsements

“If you want black hair and absolutely brilliant coverage of gray, you need indigo. I dye my hair first with henna soft black and then use indigo. I have a lot of gray and the coverage is awesome. Really great results!!! My order only took a few days to ship. Saba-Botanical puts out a great product and is a very reliable company! I highly recommend it.” 

– Z. W., Bayonne, NJ., USA

“I mixed a little of this in with the Henna Soft black to get my hair just a wee bit darker. I like this too.” – N. H. in Pennsylvania, USA

“The indigo makes my black hair shiny and gives it a somewhat bluish purple hue depending on the lighting. I love it!”
– Maria O., Broken Arrow, OK., USA

“It’s great. I mix it with Henna for my beard and mustache.” – Jorge F., Hatillo, Puerto Rico.

“Wonderful for preventing black hair from fading! I bought this and used it with the lustrous Henna in soft black. I love the shade of black this gave me! I have a bluish/purplish hue of black from using this! As a person who loved dying her hair a blue black I am extremely satisfied with the results! I will continue to buy this product. No more dangerous PPD products for me no more!” Sarah in California, USA

Other Product Reviews

Lustrous Henna® Hair Color:  Brown

“The Pros - Natural=Gentle on the scalp. I have colored with other so called gentle coloring with disastrous results. I will now only use Saba Botanical as I had no adverse reaction at all. Also natural brown coloring. The Cons - No real cons to this product so far, just as it states if you are very grey you will have to color a couple times. I’m grey on the sides and it kind of turned it blondish which I don’t mind, it blends nicely. If you go to the gym the day after you will be able to smell the herbs, but it’s worth it for a product that’s not damaging to your body. Thanks.” – M.T., Bradenton, FL., USA

Lustrous Henna® Hair Color:  Mahogany

“Nice, nice, nice! A bit messy to use, of course, but wonderful results and no harsh chemicals. Can't beat it!” – Alessia in Indiana, USA

“The color was as promised, gorgeous! It was a bit messy to put on my waist length hair, but the result was worth it!” –Jennifer F., Lamy, NM., USA

Orange Peel Skin Treatment

“This was so great for my skin. My skin is much clearer of dry spots and looked radiant. Love it!” – Beth K., Maryland, USA

Imbue Natural Shampoo and Conditioner

“I love your Imbue shampoo, it leaves my hair soft and shiny! I just have to be careful when I'm outside, the bees must love the fragrance since they have started to buzz around my head once I started using Imbue!” –Elizabeth D., Hemet, CA., USA

“This conditioner leaves my hip length hair tangle free yet it does not feel heavy as my previous conditioner did. I am recommending Imbue to all my friends.” –Elizabeth D., Hemet, CA., USA

“As soon as I opened the bottle I loved the scent. Light but very nice. My hair felt smooth and less dry. Used it after the Henna and my hair was so shiny.” – B.K., Maryland, USA  

 

Unsolicited endorsements: The above are more customer reviews about All-natural Indigo and other Saba Botanical products that have made a difference.

The customer reviews appear just as they were sent to Saba Botanical of USA (other than typo correction). E-mail addresses and last names have been removed (unless given permission to use full name) for the sake of customer privacy.

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Want to us send an indigo or other product review? We’re here to help our customers. We encourage you to leave a product review for indigo or other Saba Botanical of USA products. We also love before and after photos of your positive experiences. However, if you happen to encounter any problems with any products, instructions, shipping or service, please contact Saba Botanical of USA promptly. We want to help each customer learn how to use the products correctly to ensure the best results.

Thank you for your continued support! 

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Author: L.J. O'Neal, writer and researcher. (L.J. is also a Lustrous Henna® user.)

©2012-2013. L.J. O’Neal. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Do not copy or reprint this article without the consent of the author or Saba Botanical of USA.

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*Even though our herbal ingredients have been used in natural medicine for centuries, we must add the following disclaimer: The herbs, formulas, and recipes contained within this web site are not to be considered substitutes for proper medical and health care. As with any other medicine, if you are sick, you should consult a physician to find out if the herbal preparations listed here are right for you. Saba Botanical does not make any medical claims nor warranties regarding the use of the products listed on this site. No matter how natural a product is, it may have a potential of causing side effects and allergic reaction on certain individuals. You should consult your physician before taking any medication.