Changing the color of your hair is a long, steady process that requires a lot of time and effort. Luckily, you are not always tied to the salon every six months for this!
Home hair dye is a very productive way to try your new hair color. You can do some trial runs at home using different shades of red, burgundy, and dark brown hair. Or even more natural looking grays and blues.
Many companies now offer internet-based dye subscriptions where you can buy one new dye per month in size and type. This allows you to experiment with different dyes but still have access to it.
The biggest downside to home hair dye is that it can be less expensive than salon-based hair coloring. Many people find that they have to purchase more material or that they have to buy newer products for the same material because it wears out so quickly.
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Choose your color
As mentioned earlier, yellow is the most popular color for hair. It can be colored a warm orange, bright orange, or rich brown. Other colors such as light red, dark red, and burgundy are also popular color ways.
The shape of the hair can determine which color you are allowed to dye. The long hair is permitted more yellow than the short hair.
Choose your developer
Developer is a powder that makes your hair root-like. It can make it look like you have beautiful, soft, smooth hair. However, there are some methods to developer that should be done by a professional.
When working with developer, there are some guidelines that must be followed. These include washing your hair as soon as the developer is dry, standing back from the dryer in case of change in temperature or direction, and never letting Developer sit for longer than necessary.
It takes at least an hour to an hour and a half for Developer to work its way out of your hair and onto the surface of the paper it is on. Make sure to stand back from your hair when it is completely dry!
During standing back up, keep in mind that your hair has to be fully dried before putting on another product.
Mix your color and developer
When dyeing your hair, there are some rules that you must follow to make the best coloration and development. These include: Mixing your color in a neutral area of your hair, using a hair dryer to heat the wet hair, and then letting the dry hair cool before combing or pulling out the look.
To develop your hair, you should first use a strong Developer as opposed to Nutritive Developer which is what most browns use. Nutritive Developer does not set well and does not develop properly. Make sure to pick one that contains Rogren or sodium carbonate for safety reasons.
Then, you can add some Colorant of Your Choice into the same area of your Hair as the Developer to ensure it is absorbed and mixed with it.
Apply to hair
When you want to color your hair at home, there are a few important tips to take into account. First, you need to know how to apply hairspray!
You can use a brush or comb to spread the hairspray on your hair, or you can use a adhesive roll or fan-shaped application tool. The best way to use the roll or tool is to pass it through a series of hair dryers until the roll is covered.
After that, brush or comb your hair and let it sit for a few minutes before pulling away the color. You can also use a bizarre brush or comb that looks like the ones used by hairstylists.
Put some colored hairspray on one side and then twist together two pieces of batting material and place over top of it. Then, pull out one piece of material and let jump around over other allowing paint to pass into all surfaces.
Leave in for specified time
While some people love the way their hair looks after a color, for some it can be too strongafterexposure to color can be very powerful. For some, a light color is enoughologyocked and blow-dried would be enough to keep it looking fresh. For others, a darker hair color is their style!
For other people, like those with fine hair or those who are sensitive to hair colors, we recommend leaving the dye in for an extra time before washing and using a good quality shampoo and/or conditioner to make sure the dye does not break down or wash out of the hair.
Some people find that just leaving the dye in longer is not enough time to let it fully soak into the hair, so we provide an option to add additional time if needed.
Wash out dye with shampoo
When dye is dye, there is a reason for every reason. The most important thing is to wash out the dye with water and shampoo.
Dye can be a very powerful substance. Depending on the brand, it can range from invisible to luminous. Some brands even say it makes your hair feel stronger!
While some people report success straight from the box or kit, it does not mean that you will always have success at home. Many people run into mixed results because they do not use the right materials or use the wrong type of dye for their hair type.
To ensure that you are using the right dye for your hair type, try checking with a Hair Dye Tester!
Washing your hair with shampoo and using a hairdrying tool will also help prevent heat damage or breakage. Using a brush and comb to dry your hair will reduce potential risk factors such as overheating or burning of the hairs.
Seal in shine with hair spray
A quick way to give your hair a glossy look is to use a commercial hair spray. The right hair spray can make your hair feel tight and smooth, and it can also give your locks a deeper rich look.
Many sprays are neutralized once applied, making it easy to find the right amount for your hair. Some brands even suggest using less for the first time to allow for better absorption!
But the best sprays are still not for allhair types. If you have very fragile or natural looking strands, then get an extra strong spray. Otherwise, try mixing some water-based grease-able shampoo and paint chips or hairspray to create a grease-able protectant!
Healheninging sprays such as Baebry Bathe are great for colorfasting as well.
Talk to your stylist about what you want
Looking at the internet and reading hundreds of color theory lines is normal. It is intended to help you understand how color theory works and how your stylist can create a look you love!
Before any new hair color is released, the hairstylists at the salon must meet with the hair lab to determine what types of pigments and other ingredients are related to hair quality.
This takes place at the salon, via phone or email, and determines what brands of shampoo and conditioner, whether there are special products used on dreads, etc. Once this happens, the new hairstyle is released to the public!
Many people experiment with different colors banding, playing with one shade up or down in intensity, and doing some fun mismatching textures like warm or cold wash & dry.