Mehndi is a long-standing cultural staple in India. It’s more than decoration or the newest fad. It’s so deeply embedded in the culture that it has become tradition.
“Mehndi is also one of the largest traditions in India, which brings me closer to my culture being so far away from it. It’s natural, herbal and cultural all in one.
Without proper education about mehndi, it becomes another cultural tradition melded into Western culture. When something is as rich in tradition as mehndi is, it should be respected.
It should be appreciated. Awareness is something to practice in as many areas of interest in life as possible, but perhaps it is most important in issues regarding others’ cultures.