Okay, so I’ve been seeing these “witchcraft hand tattoos” all over my Pinterest and Instagram feeds, and I finally decided to give it a shot myself. I’m not a professional artist or anything, but I love trying out new creative things, and this seemed like a fun, temporary way to play with some cool designs.
First, I gathered my supplies. I didn’t want anything permanent, so I opted for henna. I found a simple henna kit online – nothing fancy, just the basic powder, some oil, and a few applicator cones. I also printed out some reference images. I looked up “witchy hand tattoos” and “henna hand designs” and saved a bunch that I liked. Lots of moons, stars, little mystical symbols, that kind of thing.
Next, I prepped my skin. I washed my hands really well and made sure they were completely dry. Apparently, henna sticks better to clean skin. I also did a tiny patch test on my wrist the day before, just to be safe and avoid any surprise allergic reactions.
The Messy (But Fun) Part
Then came the actual application. I mixed the henna powder with the oil according to the instructions in the kit. It turned into this thick, greenish-brown paste. I carefully scooped it into one of the applicator cones. It was a bit like trying to fill a tiny pastry bag.
I started with my non-dominant hand, figuring it would be easier to practice on that one first. Using the printed images as a guide, I slowly started drawing the designs. It was definitely trickier than I expected! The henna paste was a little runny, and keeping a steady hand was tough. My lines weren’t perfect, but I embraced the imperfections. It’s supposed to look a little rustic, right?
- I drew a crescent moon on my thumb.
- I added some tiny stars around my index finger.
- I placed some eye symbol on my middle finger.
- I tried to do a more intricate design on my palm, but it ended up looking a bit blobby. Oh well!
Once I was done with one hand, I carefully repeated the process on the other. This time it was even harder, since I was using my non-dominant hand to draw. But I took my time and managed to get some decent-looking designs.
The Waiting Game
After applying the henna, I had to let it dry completely. This took a couple of hours. I tried not to touch anything, which was a challenge! I carefully wrapped my hands in some paper towels to avoid smudging. Once the paste was dry, I scraped it off. The design underneath was a light orange color at first.
The instructions said the color would darken over the next 24-48 hours. And it did! It gradually turned into a rich, reddish-brown. I applied some coconut oil to help moisturize the skin and keep the design looking fresh.
I have kept my hennas about 1 week.
Overall, it was a really fun experience! Even though my designs weren’t perfect, I loved the way they looked. It was a cool way to experiment with body art without any commitment. I’ll definitely be trying this again, maybe with some different designs next time!
