Henna Tattoo Origins and Early Use Henna has existed for over 5,000 years. Called mehndi in Hindi and Urdu, the art first flourished in Pakistan, India, Africa, and the Middle East.
Two boys have been treated for chemical burns after having "black henna" tattoos on holiday. Nathaniel, 13, and seven-year-old Kane, from Ryhope, Sunderland, had the tattoos done on the last day ...