You can create different effects by using "stage makeup", regular cosmetics, and by making your own safe temporary pastes.  These cosmetic effects are are water resistant but will wash off with a good scrubbing.  They do not stain the skin!  These are very popular with Gujerati brides and other women who want temporary body art that will match their clothing.


Anokhi Mehandi
This can be created with:
Black and gold waterproof makeup
Gold and black cosmetic powder mixed with sugar/rice paste or spiking gel
Ribbon attached with eyelash adhesive



Diamond Mehandi
This can be created with:
Black and white or pearlescent waterproof makeup
Black and white or pearlescent cosmetic powder mixed into sugar/rice paste or spiking gel
Jewels attached with eyelash adhesive or liquid latex



Soneri Mehandi
This can be created with:
Waterproof  gold glitter and dark red cosmetics
Gold, gold glitter, and dark red cosmetic powder mixed into sugar/rice paste or spiking gel
Sequins attached with eyelash adhesive or liquid latex