How to Properly Store Jagua and Henna – Keep Your Natural Products Fresh and Powerful!

Introduction:
Jagua and henna are natural products derived from fruits and plants. Jagua is made from the Genipa Americana fresh unripe fruit, which grows in the tropical, humid regions of South America. Henna, on the other hand, comes from the leaves of the Lawsonia inermis plant, native to India, Pakistan, Yemen, and surrounding areas.

Just like any natural food—an apple, a banana, or even herbs—once removed from its source, it begins to break down. A banana turns brown when left out, and a picked apple will shrink over time. The same applies to jagua gel and henna paste, which are both made from fresh, organic materials. To preserve their quality and staining power, proper storage is key.

So, How Should You Store Jagua and Henna?

1. As Soon As You Receive It – Freeze It!

If you’re not planning to use your jagua gel or premixed henna paste right away, place it in the freezer as soon as you receive it.
Pro tip: Divide it into small portions so you only need to thaw what you’ll use each time. This keeps the rest fresh for future applications.

2. On the Day of Use – Refrigerate It

When you're ready to use it—whether for a customer or on yourself—let one portion thaw naturally at room temperature (do NOT microwave).
Once thawed, use it within the day, and store the leftover portion in the refrigerator. This helps maintain its consistency and staining power for up to 30 days.

3. Shelf Life and Usage Time

• Jagua Gel:

  • In the freezer: up to 6 months.

  • In the refrigerator (after thawing): up to 30 days of daily use with great results.

• Henna Paste:

  • Once removed from the freezer: usable for 3 to 7 days before losing staining ability. After that, it won’t leave a strong or lasting stain.

Key Takeaways:

• Always store jagua and henna in the freezer if you’re not using them right away.

• For daily use, keep the thawed portion in the refrigerator.

• Avoid repeatedly taking the product in and out of the freezer – this weakens the stain.

• Proper storage ensures your product stays fresh and stains beautifully every time.