This study was undertaken in order to determine heavy metal contents in twelve (n = 12) henna brands and eleven (n = 11) kohl products. An analytical test was performed for Pb, Cd, Cu, and Zn in henna and kohl products using atomic absorption spectrophotometery. The overall mean concentrations of heavy metals in henna varied between 1.2 and 8.9 μg g(-1) for Pb; 0.8 and 18.6 μg g(-1) for Cd; 0.5...

Henna (Lawsonia inermis) inhibited inflammatory responses triggered by croton oil in mice ears and skin. Topical application of 0.5 or 1 mg henna extract (HE) to mice ears prior to application of 0.8 mg croton oil inhibited edema significantly (P < 0.02). The average weight of inflammated ear punches decreased by 64 and 87 %. Application of HE (5 or 10 mg) reduced, significantly (P < 0.05), Hyp...

Para-phenylenediamine (PPD) is the commonest and most well-known component of hair dyes. Oxidative hair dyes and dark henna temporary tattoos contain PPD. Individuals may be sensitized to PPD by temporary henna tattooing in addition to dyeing their hair. PPD allergy can cause severe reactions and may result in complications. In recent years, frequency of positive patch test reactions to PPD has...

The fast development of multi-drug resistant (MDR) organisms increasingly threatens global health and well-being. Plant natural products have been known for centuries as alternative medicines that can possess pharmacological characteristics, including antimicrobial activities. The antimicrobial activities of essential oil (Calli oil) extracted from the Calligonum comosum plant by hydro-steam di...

Henna is frequently used as body adornment in Libya, the Arabic world, and some African Asian countries. It part of traditions cultures. The addition para-phenylenediamine (PPD) to natural henna increases risk allergic contact dermatitis well toxic effects, which sometimes lead severe toxicity death. Cases have already been reported Al-Bayda city - Libya. This study aimed identify presence dete...