Henna artist Pavan Dhanjal tells us why she got into the art form and shares her tips on how you can create beautiful henna designs at home. Welcome to The Curiosity Academy, Stylist’s new learning ...

It’s 2008. I’m ten years old. I have a henna cone in my hand and I’m not afraid to use it. I squeeze unrecognisable flowers onto the women, and I paint wonky footballs and messy rockets onto the boys.

Mehendi or henna art has always been more than just a tradition — it’s an ultimate desi-core aesthetic that boosts your mood and can add flair and festive charm to your look! However, let’s be honest: ...