So Henna is a professional brow treatment engineered to provide long-lasting, rich colour with a natural cool undertone, ensuring your clients never leave the salon with unwanted orange hues. Each coffee-inspired shade can be utilised alone or custom-mixed to create the perfect bespoke colour for any skin type or hair tone.
Who is So Henna Brow Powder for?
This range is developed exclusively for trained, professional brow technicians. It is the premier choice for artists who wish to offer a natural alternative to traditional tinting, providing results that stain both the hair and the skin for a more defined, sophisticated look.
What is So Henna Brow Powder?
It is a high-grade henna powder which, when mixed with distilled water, creates a smooth paste for brow colouring. The formula is distinguished by its cool-toned base, which eliminates the warmth often present in other henna brands.
When should you use it?
Reach for So Henna when a client desires a defined brow effect that lasts longer than standard tint. It is perfect for concealing gaps in the brow arch or for clients who prefer a structured, "makeup" finish. Always perform a patch test 48 hours prior to the treatment.
Why choose So Henna Brow Powder?
Because it offers ultimate colour control. With modifiers like #08 Sweetener to add warmth or #07 Espresso to cool down a shade, you can neutralise any undertone. The formula also includes specialised particles that dissolve during mixing to ensure a vibrant and consistent colour payoff every time.
Follow these steps for a perfect henna application:
So Henna provides a professional, reliable solution for brow artists focusing on precision and longevity.
What is the difference between brow henna and brow tint?
Henna is a natural dye traditionally derived from the Lawsonia Inermis plant. When applied to the brows, the colouring pigments react with the keratin in the hair and skin to create a longer-lasting stain effect.
Brow henna is typically supplied in powder form and mixed with water to create a smooth paste before application. Brow tint, on the other hand, usually comes in a cream or gel formula and requires an oxidant, such as hydrogen peroxide, to activate the colour.
Henna treatments generally provide both hair colouring and a visible skin stain, helping create a fuller and more defined brow appearance.
Can So Henna create a laminated brow effect?
To achieve a brushed-up, fuller brow look similar to brow lamination, you can finish the treatment using So Henna Brow Soap.
However, henna brows and brow lamination should not be performed during the same appointment, as both treatments can be drying to the brow hairs when combined.
Can henna be used together with brow lamination?
Henna is not recommended during brow lamination treatments. Combining both services may place excessive stress on the brow hairs and increase the risk of dryness or damage.
It is recommended to wait at least 20 days after a brow lamination treatment before performing a henna brow service. For freshly laminated brows, tint is usually the preferred colouring option.
Are So Henna products vegan?
Most So Henna products are:
Vegan
Cruelty-free
Halal certified
Low in PPD
Ammonia-free
Free from hydrogen peroxide
Eco-conscious
Please note: So Henna White Brow Mapping Paste is not vegan as it contains beeswax. Always check individual product pages for full ingredient and specification details.
How long does a So Henna treatment take?
The henna development time is typically between 8 and 20 minutes, depending on the desired intensity and chosen shade.
Including brow preparation, shaping and colour application, the full treatment usually takes around 30–45 minutes, although this may vary depending on the client and the desired finish.
How should the skin be prepared before a henna brow treatment?
Begin by removing makeup and cleansing the brow area thoroughly using a professional brow shampoo. Ensure both the brow hairs and surrounding skin are completely clean before application.
For a deeper cleanse and improved skin stain results, use a degreasing or protein cleansing product to remove any remaining oils or residue.
Gently exfoliate the brow area using a soft brow scrub or peeling product, then remove any residue with damp cotton pads. Brush the brows into shape before starting the treatment.
What makes So Henna different from other brow henna products?
So Henna was developed by professional brow artists to simplify and improve the brow colouring process.
Unlike many henna brands that require multiple layers, So Henna is designed for efficient application with excellent colour payoff. The shades can be used individually or mixed together to create customised brow colours.
The pigments are formulated with cool undertones to help minimise overly warm or orange results, creating a softer and more natural finish.
With correct aftercare, the colour can last up to 6 weeks on the brow hairs.
What should So Henna powder be mixed with?
Mix the henna powder with distilled water in a non-metallic container until a smooth consistency is achieved. Allow the mixture to rest briefly while preparing the brows for treatment.
Why is distilled water recommended?
Distilled water is recommended because it is free from minerals and impurities that may affect the final colour result or consistency of the henna mixture. It also provides a more hygienic preparation process for professional treatments.
How long does henna last on the skin and hairs?
So Henna can last up to 6 weeks on the brow hairs, depending on the client’s natural hair growth cycle and aftercare routine.
The skin stain can remain visible for up to 2 weeks, although longevity may vary depending on several factors, including:
Shade intensity
Skin type
Oil production
Exfoliation habits
Skincare products
Frequency of cleansing
Please note: henna is primarily designed to colour the brow hairs. Skin staining is an additional effect and results may differ from client to client.
Why does the henna powder sometimes look different in colour?
Variations in the appearance of the powder are completely normal and do not affect product performance or final results.
The colour of natural henna powder may change over time due to factors such as:
Darker powder does not indicate that the product is faulty or expired.