Have you had a situation when you got an unexpected color after hair dyeing despite the fact that you were using a familiar product? It turns out that the result depends on some nuances that you just have to know in order to avoid unpleasant surprises.
1. Choose the hair dye carefully
Frequent dyeing destroys the structure of the hair, and the more damage the hair shaft has, the more unexpected the result can be. In order not to hurt the hair, choose the products without ammonia. Although this does not guarantee absolute safety, you can reduce the damage caused by the hair dye. Study the composition of the coloring agent carefully; if it contains argan or olive oil or jojoba oil – buy it safely because you will make a lasting contribution to the health of your hair and achieve even coloring.
2. The details of hair dyeing: it’s all about the moon
Or rather the lunar cycle. Do not try to dye your hair during menstruation as hormonal fluctuations may affect the result of coloring. Are you surprised? In fact, it is logical – at this particular time, melanin can affect the pigmentation of your skin and hair due to hormones, and your hair color will suddenly turn unpredictable. But this is not the only enemy of hair dyeing – here you can also mention the changes in the blood circulatory system, metabolism and thermoregulation. By the way, it is not recommended to dye hair during pregnancy and lactation for the same reason. Basically, you can do that, but do not expect to get the color indicated on the package.
3. Keratin straightening does not mix with hair dyes
More precisely, at least two weeks should pass between the two procedures. Otherwise, your hair will just be vainly influenced by the hair colorant, and the latter will not be able to penetrate deep into the hair. This is because keratin fills the empty space of the hair shaft, turning it into a protective layer that the hair dye cannot penetrate.
4. Never use the dye lighter than the color of your hair
This nuance concerns previously colored hair. In this case, you risk getting a noticeable difference between the bulk of the hair and its roots. The hair acquires a desired shade along its length, but the roots are likely to get a brighter color. If you do not plan to get such an effect, buy a dye of the same tone or darker than the base color. To make your hair lighter, it is best to wash away the existing dye using a professional product and with the help of a specialist. Only then you can proceed with dyeing.
5. If you have gray hair, use hair dyes with ammonia
If you have gray hair (which, by the way, should not cause despair), use only ammonia-containing products. Hair dyes without ammonia will be washed away from the gray head much faster.
6. Apply the hair dye in a right way
This will also influence the result! If you dye the hair for the first time, apply the product from hair roots to tips, along its entire length. Mind that it is important to start from the back of the head. It is here that the head has the lowest temperature, so the hair will be dyed slower.
7. The details of hair dyeing: a hair brush is an important element!
Here we mean a good brush, the quality of which determines the result of hair dyeing. Bad and rigid bristles can leave gaps that you will not notice until you wash off the dye.
8. Do not use styling products before dyeing
Otherwise, you will prevent the dyestuffs from penetrating the hair. If you cannot live without your favorite mousse – wash it with water without shampoo and dry your head.
9. Dirty or clean?
The so-called “strong” products should be applied to dirty hair. Natural grease will protect your hair from the negative effects of oxidants. But toning or coloring dyes should be used on clean hair as they envelop the hair rather than penetrate deep into the hair shaft.
10. Take the cumulative effect into account
Hair dyes tend to accumulate in the hair, and it’s not as good as it seems. This is the reason why your locks are becoming dimmer with every coloring. Be sure to ask your expert which means will help you revive the color of the hair. Due to the cumulative effect after using dark dyes, you may notice that the hair tends to be black along its length. To avoid this, dye only the hair roots first, and then apply the dye diluted with your favorite balm (1: 1) on the hair itself. In this way, you will reduce the cumulative effect and cause less harm to the hair.
11. Think about the consequences
If you decide to choose natural dyes, such as henna or basma, be consistent. Because when you make a transition to the usual dyes, you will get the khaki color instead of the expected one. Therefore, if you are disappointed with henna, you will have to grow your hair first before using other products.
12. Dyeing time
If you want to get a nice color, it is important to stick to the specified hair dyeing time. But there is an important nuance – if you have brittle hair, if it is split or weakened, keep the dye 5-10 minutes less than required. The fact is that the damaged locks absorb the dye much more intensely.
13. The details of hair dyeing: do not save money on dyeing
Women often use a small amount of dye in order to save money, which is unforgivable! This influences the result directly. Women with porous hair need to use a lot of dye regardless of the hair length because their locks absorb it too much. How to determine the right amount of dye? It’s simple – the standard amount is calculated for the hair of medium thickness and shoulder length. If you have thick, long or porous hair – buy two packages!
14. Washing the dyed hair
Do not wash the dye with hot water: you can wash off a significant amount of the pigment. If you cannot tolerate cold water, use warm water. Wash off the dye without shampoo, until the hair ceases to be slippery.
15. Hair care nuances
Smooth and bright shades of the hair depend not only on the coloring, but also on the hair care that follows. After dyeing, revitalizing masks cannot be applied on the hair as they can clean up even the most resistant dye. Therefore, you should wait for at least two weeks to begin to heal the hair. The only exceptions are the products created specifically for colored hair.
