Traditional mehndi design is a 5,000-year-old art form originating from the Middle East and North Africa, deeply rooted in South Asian culture (India, Pakistan, Bangladesh). It uses henna paste for temporary skin art, symbolizing joy, prosperity, and good luck. Key traditional elements include dense, intricate patterns—like paisley, mandalas, and peacocks—applied to hands and feet, often covering them entirely for weddings and festivals like Diwali and Eid.
