NewsIndiaMehndi containing chemicals can cause serious skin infections, say doctors
Mehndi containing chemicals can cause serious skin infections, say doctors
New Delhi, Nov 11 : During this festive season, applying 'mehndi' (henna) on the hands can cause serious side effects as it contains chemicals that causes skin infections, doctors said, cautioning girls and women against
He advised girls and women not to use mehndi as it causes irritation and leaves scratch marks, which can have a life-long impact on the skin. He added that mehndi agents do not use plain henna but add harsh chemicals to make it darker.
