The powder is very fine and very smooth. I only mixed 1tbsp eucalyptus oil, chai patti and 2tbsp sugar in 10tbsp henna for making the henna paste and the consistency was great. I takes around 24 hrs for the dye to release. Best product go for it without a second thought. Both the images are only taken 10hrs apart. The color is very deep I'm in love with this henna I'm never switching to any other henna