Mehendi is a temporary tattoo created by drawing on the body with a paste made from henna powder. The paste is applied to the skin by the Mehendi artist then scraped off after dry for a beautiful result. The duration of the "tattoo" is dependent on a number of things such as body temperature, your skin type, washing habits and how long the dye is left on, with the typical duration being 1-4 weeks. This form of "drawing" is an ancient Indian art form originally performed in the Middle East. Traditionally, women in India are tattooed on their hands, feet, insides of their arms, and on their shins. This is usually done for an important event such as a wedding or other special occasions