6 Things to Consider Before Using Hair Dye
Before using any hair dye, these are things to consider.
We dye our hair because not all of us can style white hair well. It’s also a common sign of aging and stress which we don’t like showing others. But sometimes, we change our hair color because it’s a delightful change of pace. It’s like we’re rebelling against society’s standards of glam and that thrills us. But before we book our favorite stylist at our usual salon, here are some things to consider before dyeing our hair.

1. Which type of hair dye is best?
It’s so overwhelming to choose from the many hair dyes available. But the best one is always the one that does not give you allergies. Some moms are allergic to ammonia that’s typical in permanent hair dye. Consider doing a more natural hair dye like Henna or invest in vegan dyes like L’Oréal’s iNOA line, which doesn’t have ammonia and instead uses oil to bind the color to your hair.
What moms do to test is they drop some of the dye onto a patch of their skin. If they start scratching and swelling then, it’s a no-no.
2. Be aware of the side effects.
Unfortunately, many of these have chemicals that can damage hair. It can make hair brittle by weakening it at the roots, reducing the fluffiness and its ability to handle curling irons and even blow dryers. But when hair dyes are natural, they may not be as damaging as those that use chemicals.
3. Permanent vs. Semi-Permanent: Which one is best?
Semi-permanent dyes last from 6 to 8 weeks, depending on the care. It also damages your hair less because it doesn’t dye all the way to the roots, unlike permanent dyes.
4. Check out the color and see if it’s realistic enough.
Some stores have samples of how hair dye affects hair. But consider that not everyone has the same hair color and that many of these samples were dyed from a lighter color. If the hair was originally a dark shade then, some might recommend bleaching — which can cause damage Find a hair dye with a color that’s at least 1 to 2 shades up or down from your original hair color.
5. Don’t do it at home if you don’t know how!
While it saves us a couple of thousands, home job hair dyeing can either go extremely well or badly. If your dressing room or bathroom is not equipped with mirrors to give you a full 360-degree view, you might miss some patches and your hair will look funny! While L’Oréal’s iNOA line has a more fluid substance that makes it easier to handle, you get what you pay for when you have a professional do your hair.
6. Know your hair’s texture and condition!
There are people whose hair is naturally dry or naturally oily. Especially after undergoing all sorts of treatments like Brazillian, Rebonding, Relaxing, Steam, or whatever to get the perfect look, your hair may not like being dyed a different color. Before upsetting the balance, consult either with your stylist or dermatologist to see if it’s really worth the change. Dyeing your hair means changing your entire shampoo line to make sure the color doesn’t wash out!

How often should you dye your hair?
Some say at least 4 to 6 weeks to give your hair time to “rest” from being exposed to chemicals. Although white hair can grow quicker than you can dye it, your hair will be more prone to white hair if you repeatedly and recklessly cover the growth for the sake of vanity. Changing your hair’s color is a delicate balancing act and sometimes, it demands too much effort that it’s not worth it.
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