The By Roubina Journal
Mehndi, makeup & bridal beauty guides
Practical advice for brides and anyone planning a celebration, from getting a deep, long-lasting henna stain to booking timelines, design ideas and staying safe.
- Mehndi·7 min read
Milad un Nabi Mehndi Ideas for 2026
Simple and elegant Milad un Nabi mehndi ideas for 2026, with crescent, floral, jewellery and Arabic-inspired patterns plus UK date and booking advice.
25 August 2026 - Weddings·5 min read
What Happens at a Mehndi Ceremony? A Guide for Brides and Guests
A simple guide to the mehndi ceremony: what the celebration involves, when it happens, what to wear, and how the bridal henna fits into the wedding week.
28 July 2026 - Brows·4 min read
Brow Prep Before Your Wedding: A Simple Timeline
When to have your brows shaped and tinted before a wedding, why last-minute appointments are risky, and how brows fit around your makeup trial and mehndi.
28 July 2026 - Weddings·6 min read
How to Choose the Best Mehndi Artist for Your Wedding
What actually makes a great bridal mehndi artist: how to judge a portfolio, the questions to ask before booking, and the red flags to avoid.
20 July 2026 - Weddings·5 min read
How Much Does Bridal Mehndi & Makeup Cost in the UK?
What actually drives the price of bridal mehndi and wedding makeup in the UK (coverage, party size, travel and timings), and how to get an accurate quote.
20 July 2026 - Mehndi·6 min read
Natural Henna vs 'Black Henna': How to Stay Safe
How to recognise natural henna, why black or instant henna needs caution, what PPD can do to skin, and the warning signs to take seriously.
1 July 2026 - Mehndi·4 min read
Eid & Party Mehndi: Elegant Design Ideas for Every Occasion
From delicate minimal motifs to bold Arabic trails, a guide to choosing mehndi designs for Eid, parties and celebrations, and how to pick a style that suits the event.
25 June 2026 - Makeup·4 min read
Your Wedding Day Makeup Timeline: What to Expect
A calm, realistic run-through of wedding-day beauty, from your trial to the morning schedule, so your mehndi, makeup and brows are ready in good time for photos.
18 June 2026 - Weddings·4 min read
When to Book Your Wedding Mehndi and Makeup (A UK Timeline)
How far in advance to book bridal mehndi, makeup and brows for a UK wedding, including trials, peak-season demand and festival dates to plan around.
10 June 2026 - Mehndi·5 min read
How to Make Your Bridal Mehndi Darker and Last Longer
A henna artist's aftercare guide to getting a deep, long-lasting bridal mehndi stain: how long to leave the paste on, what to avoid, and why palms stain darkest.
2 June 2026