the festival is also marked by elaborate mehendi (henna) designs adorning the hands of women and girls. The art of ehmendi is an integral part of Eid celebrations, symbolising beauty, prosperity ...

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.

Her bold and unique designs have made her a celebrity of sorts. Her focus in the time leading up to Eid is usually the sale of her organic henna cones and stencils. “There are four of us whose ...

A chiropractor by profession, Dr Azra is one of the most sought-after henna artists in the UAE. Her bold and unique designs have made her a celebrity of sorts. Her focus in the lead up to Eid is ...