Mehndi is a body art that originated in India. It is the decorative applying of a powder or paste of crushed leaves, flowers, seeds, and other ingredients to the body.

It is usually applied to the hands, feet, and occasionally the face and other body parts. It is a common practice in India, particularly among women, and in some parts of the world, such as in Saudi Arabia.

The purpose of mehndi is to enhance the beauty of a person's hands and feet. It is also used to make a person's hands and feet stronger and more capable of working.

Mehndi is typically applied using a cone-shaped funnel and a cloth or paste-like substance, called mehndi paste. The paste is typically made of a powder of ground seeds, leaves, and other ingredients.

In India, mehndi is typically applied using a cone-shaped funnel and a cloth or paste-like substance, called mehndi paste.