The black henna tattoo is known for being the closest to the real thing, but even though a henna style tattoo will only last a few weeks, health officials are warning residents to watch out for allergic reactions.

The temporary tattoo could scar you for life. A black henna tattoo is meant to last only a few weeks, and that's why they're popular.

Chelsie Roy, a PCB tourist, said, "I was thinking of getting a real one and I kind of tried it out to see what it was going to look like and see if I liked it for the rest of my life."

Whether you like the look or not, what is meant to be temporary can mark you for life.

Dr. Jason Newsom with the Bay County Health Department said, "When you take natural henna and add a second ingredient, which is commonly referred to as PPD."

PPD prohibited by the FDA because of its potential allergic reactions. That can leave you with permanent scarring, but that's not all.

"It can get more serious you can get an actual infection as your skin becomes inflamed.

We tried contacting some of the henna tattoo artists for comment, but were either not available for comment or just didn't want to say anything, and health officials say this may be a sign the henna tattoo business is dying down.

"I was happy that the majority of business owners on Panama City Beach have voluntarily stopped allowing black henna artist to set up in their booths."

And if you're still planning to get a black henna tattoo, Dr. Newsom's recommendation is don't.

The Bay County Health Department plans to present a proposal to the Panama City Beach commission that would make black henna tattoos illegal in Panama City Beach.