Description
Henna Maiden Indigo Dark Blue
Deep blue-black, 100% plant-based indigo for women.
Get a classic blue-black from pure indigo leaf. Use it to deepen any Henna King shade or as step two in a two-step process. Triple-sifted for a smooth mix and easy rinse. No ammonia, metallic salts, or PPD.
Key benefits
• Deep blue-black tone
• Darkens warm henna results
• Triple-sifted for easy application
• PPD-free, ammonia-free
• Gentle on scalp with a soft feel
What’s included
• 100 g pouch of indigo powder
Product Specs
• Shade: dark blue-black on most bases
• Form: fine plant powder
• Best for: medium to dark bases, two-step gray coverage
• Free from: ammonia, metallic salts, PPD
• Ingredient: Indigofera tinctoria
Suggested amount
• Short hair: 30–50 g
• Neck length: 100 g
• Shoulder length: 150–200 g
• Mid back: 200–300 g
• Waist length: 300–400 g
Directions
- Wash hair. Skip conditioner.
- Mix indigo with warm water to a yogurt texture. Rest 5–10 minutes.
- Apply from roots to ends. Clip up.
- Cover. Process 45–90 minutes. Longer gives deeper tone.
- Rinse with water until clear. Wait 24–48 hours before shampoo.
- Two-step gray coverage: first dye with pure henna 60–90 minutes. Rinse. Then apply indigo 30–60 minutes the same day.
Care and safety
• Do a strand and patch test.
• Plant dyes do not lighten hair.
• Leave 2–4 weeks between chemical dyes and plant dyes.
• Protect towels and surfaces. Indigo may stain while wet.
Who it’s for
• Women who want a cool blue-black shade
• Those toning down red from henna
• Resistant gray coverage using a two-step method
• Anyone choosing a plant-based, PPD-free option
What it replaces
Skip harsh black box dyes. Use pure indigo for depth without PPD.
Good pairings
• Pure Henna for step one or warmth
• Clarifying wash before coloring
• Wide-tooth comb, shower cap, gloves
Ingredients
Indigo (Indigofera tinctoria)
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: Will this turn hair blue
A: On light hair it gives blue-black. On dark hair it adds cool black depth.
Q: How long does it last
A: About 4–6 weeks. It softens with washing.
Q: Mix henna and indigo in one bowl
A: You could, but for gray coverage and maximum depth use the two-step method.
Q: Safe over chemical dye
A: Often yes, but strand test first. Avoid metallic salt dyes in your history.
Q: Does it smell strong
A: It has a natural herb scent that rinses out.