Henna Tattooing: Cultural Tradition Meets Regulation
Food and Drug Law Journal, Vol. 62, p. 779, 2007
University of Tulsa Legal Studies Research Paper No. 2009-01
26 Pages Posted: 4 Feb 2009 Last revised: 12 Aug 2014
Date Written: 2007
Abstract
In this article, I analyze the FDA's approach to regulating mehndi products. I draw on the cultural and historical uses of henna to suggest strategies for approaching the regulation of temporary tattooing products. These kinds of products have grown in popularity in the last few years. While the FDA has become concerned about the side effects caused by mehndi, it has not found a regulation strategy consistent with respecting cultural practices and protecting consumers against the greatest threats.
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