Black henna is not the same as natural henna. Do not be fooled by its dark stain. Black henna colors the skin jet black.

It contains PPD (para-phenylenediamine) which is a black chemical dye that is used is used to make KEVLAR®, epoxycoatings, including fungicides, corrosion inhibitors, urethane coatings, rubber chemicals, hair dyes and polyurethane.

IT SHOULD NOT BE USED AS HENNA ON ANYONE EVER

Black Henna Burns

PPD is a toxin that can get into the bloodstream through the skin. It can cause damage to kidneys, liver, skin and possibly even cancer. It’s use in illegal here in Canada.

You can read more about it here :
www.hc-sc.gc.ca/english/protection/warnings/2003/2003_66.htm

En Francais:
www.hc-sc.gc.ca/ahc-asc/media/advisories-avis/2003/2003_66_f.html

Natural henna is NEVER black. It stains from orange to cherry red to brown tones. See above.