Some of the primary concerns around the henna tattoo freckle trend relate to the potential health risks of applying henna to the face. For one, there are different types of henna, some of which aren't safe for the skin.
According to henna artist Zoiya Wahidi, "There are many kinds of henna such as red henna and black henna — both of which are extremely harmful to use on skin. They contain chemicals such as p-phenylenediamine (PPD) which can severely burn the skin and leave life-long burn marks," per Ipsy.
Allure adds that using the wrong type of henna can cause an allergic reaction, such as inflammation, itching, or oozing. In this way, selecting the correct kind of henna is essential, but even then there is still a risk if you have sensitive skin. Experts recommend only using henna with natural and organic ingredients, but it's also important to perform a patch test before applying henna to the face.
When there are so many other ways to create the faux freckle look, it makes sense why we're particularly weary of this method that potentially poses a health risk, especially with the number of "henna tattoo freckles gone wrong" videos on TikTok.
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