ictures that show black henna are actually pictures with the henna paste still drying on the skin. Once the paste is scrapped off (never use water to remove your henna paste) the stain is typically orange at first. The henna will continue to cure over the next 24-72 hours (depending on your body chemistry, the henna mix ingredients, how long you keep the paste on the skin, and your henna care) to develop into a brownish-red stain. Easy Henna Designs http://bollywoodnewsalert.blogspot.com/