- Who is Tasnia Shadat?
- Tasnia Shadat is a self-taught henna and mehndi artist based in New York City. She founded Henna by Tasnia as a small studio dedicated to hand-mixed natural henna paste, bridal mehndi, and quiet, careful sittings — no chemical additives, no rushed work.
- What styles does Tasnia specialize in?
- Indian bridal mehndi, Pakistani mehndi, Bangladeshi henna, Arabic and Khaleeji florals, Indo-Arabic fusion, Moroccan motifs, minimalist fine-line designs, mandala, paisley, and modern geometric work.
- Is Tasnia's henna safe?
- Yes — every cone is hand-mixed from natural henna powder, sugar, and essential oils. No PPD, no 'black henna', no chemical additives. The paste is made fresh for each sitting.
- Where can I find Tasnia's work?
- On Instagram and TikTok at @hennabytasn.ia, on this site's inspiration gallery, and in person across NYC and the NJ tri-state area.
- What languages does Tasnia speak with clients?
- English primarily, with some Bengali, Hindi, and Urdu for South Asian families who prefer it.