Body Art: Ash Kumar

Bollywood’s leading make up and henna artist, Ash Kumar, has launched his own product line. While it’s sometimes a tall order to transfer different cultural beauty ideals into something that’s globally wearable, these amazing henna products ensure that you can do exactly that without feeling you are stealing someone else’s identity. Applying Henna is an art; Ash takes it one step further into an intricate artisanal practice that is almost mind bogglingly detailed and he’s worked on some of Hollywood’s most famous faces: Madonna, Victoria B and Demi to name a few. There’s been a gap in the market for ages for transfer style tattoos that are completely grown up; simply stick, add damp sponge, lift and then get dotting with crystals, gold henna or glitter pens for a gorgeous Indian summer inspired look. www.ashkumar.com.