To make henna, she explained that she mixes the powder with sugar and water, lemon juice, or tea. She also uses lavender oil as a natural preservative since it doesn’t smell too strong. In terms of ...

However, the tradition of applying henna or mehndi on Eid hasn't been borrowed recently. Instead, it's been deeply rooted in the Muslim culture and has a history that can be traced back centuries ago.

The night before Eid al-Fitr, Chand Raat, marks the end of Ramadan, the Muslim holy month during which people fast from dawn until dark. Henna is a symbol of luck and positive energy at this time.