Eid al-Fitr often abbreviated to Eid, is a Muslim holiday that marks the end of Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting (sawm). Eid is an Arabic word meaning “festivity”, while Fiṭr means “to break fast”; and so the holiday symbolizes the breaking of the fasting period. It is celebrated after the end of the Islamic month of Ramadan, on the first day of Shawwal.

Mehndi designs majorly consist of floral patterns, religious symbols, etc. while adding beauty and uniqueness to each design applied. Also, mehndi is popular for its cooling effects, thus, used in hot climates in Pakistan, India, Bangladesh and other countries. It can also help in lowering body temperature and soothe headaches, fevers, burning feet and even hysteria or a violent temper. It can increase the luster of nails, is effective in muscular rigidity and even in Jaundice.

Eid, mehndi and bangles are important for Muslim women. Because they are forbidden to wear revealing clothes, using mehndi and bangles ensures them that they will be beautiful for Eid and any other important events.

Girls apply Mehndi or Henna on different occasions. Eid-ul-Fitar is one of them. Before Eid day, last night is called ‘Chand Raat’ and all the people enjoy and celebrate the occasion. The girls apply these Mehndi designs on their hands.