Looking to hire a henna tattoo artist for an upcoming event? At GigSalad, we’ve connected thousands of people with the best artists in their area. Choose a city below to browse henna tattoo artists for hire near you. We also have answers to your most frequently asked questions about booking a local henna tattoo artist. Let us help make your next event unforgettable!
A henna tattoo, also known as mehndi body art, is a temporary and painless stain applied to the skin using henna paste. These “tattoos” are typically created by henna artists in beautiful, intricate designs that symbolize specific meanings.
Each henna symbol has a unique meaning. Paisley designs symbolize fertility and luck. Flowers symbolize joy and happiness. Vines and leaves symbolize devotion and vitality, a beautiful pattern for wedding celebrations!
Henna paste has a mild earthy scent as it is derived from a henna shrub.
Henna paste is applied to the skin using a cone, brush, or pen. Once applied, the dark brown paste dries and eventually flakes off, leaving a bright orange-colored design. Over the following 48 hours, this orange will darken to a beautiful deep brown color.
No, henna tattoos are completely painless!
The henna paste is used to stain the skin and will not wash off. Instead, it wears off after a few weeks as your skin naturally sheds its surface skin cells.
Henna art will remain visible for 1-5 weeks depending on how long the paste is left on the skin and how well the tattoo is cared for afterward.
On average, professional henna artists charge $15- $200 for 2 hours. However, the costs can vary depending on their overall experience and the number of tattoos needed.
Professional henna artists generally come equipped with henna powder to form a paste, an application cone, pen, or brush, essential oils, a setting spray such as a lemon sugar syrup mixture, and instructions for the after-care of your design.
Most henna artists should have a portfolio of their work to show potential clients. Luckily, you can view the work of local artists on GigSalad so you know what to expect for your special event.
It’s always a good idea to ask for references or read reviews before booking an artist. You can check out your local henna artists on GigSalad and read verified reviews from their past clients to learn more about their experience. The more feedback you can get about their work, the more confident you’ll be in your decision!
Henna tattoo artists generally make $75-$100 an hour. Be sure to discuss with your clients the number of tattoos needed and how long it takes to create both simple and detailed designs.
Your travel radius depends solely on your own preferences. Many new artists start within their own region and gradually grow their business outside of their local area. If you do get a gig outside of your area, be sure to factor travel costs into your total rates.
Baltimore, MD 
Face Painter / Henna Tattoo Artist
3 Verified Bookings Quinn J. said “We booked Sunshine Kids Entertainment for our school event. She was very professional and did a wonderful job.”
Baltimore, MD
Face Painter / Henna Tattoo Artist
63 Verified Bookings Humberto B. said “JDC did an awesome job. She was busy for over 2 hours and everyone was happy.”
Gettysburg, PA
Animal Entertainment / Henna Tattoo Artist
20 Verified Bookings Steph W. said “Adventure in Fun did a great job for my son’s 7th birthday. The kids had a blast! They were early for set up and the show was over an hour. It was fantastic.”
White Plains, MD
Face Painter / Henna Tattoo Artist
11 Verified Bookings Karen said “Miss Doreen arrived early to our event and was nothing but friendly and professional. We will absolutely be hiring her again for our kiddos birthday parties!…”
Henna artists can help create a cool and unique aesthetic for any event. You can have traditional mehndi applied to your hands and feet before a wedding ceremony, have an intricate design created on your belly for a baby shower, or offer temporary henna tattoos to the guests at your corporate event. Choose your location to see top-rated henna tattoo artists near you.
When booking a henna tattoo artist, take the time to browse profiles to look through photos of their work and read more about their services. Then check out reviews from past clients so you know what it will be like to work with them. Once you find a henna tattoo artist you want to hire, get all the details in writing with a contract or booking agreement. When you book on GigSalad, your payments are handled securely through the site and are protected by our Worry-Free Guarantee.
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