Clean and dry the skin
Wash the area with soap and water
Remove any lotion, oil, or sweat
Trim or shape the area if needed
Prepare the mehndi cone
Test the cone on paper first
Hold the cone firmly
Start with a simple outline
Apply light pressure to control the flow
Draw the design slowly
Fill in details after the outline
Keep the lines even
Avoid touching the wet mehndi
Let the mehndi dry completely
Leave it on for several hours
Scrape off the dried mehndi gently
Avoid washing the area immediately
Apply lemon-sugar mixture if desired
Keep the area warm after application
Do not use water for the first few hours
Let the color deepen over time