Hair is an essential part of the image, and to improve it, many choose to dye it a color different from the natural one.
The dyes develop a little differently on each person when applied, so consider the hair condition, the initial color and other factors, even more so if you are going to dye the hair yourself.
In order to get a hair color that you love to show off, Keep in mind the following tips for dyeing your hair.
Test dye colors digitally
Nowadays there are great tools like these, which allow you to have a better idea of what that specific color would look like before making a hasty decision.
Your skin tone matters
Choose a color that suits your skin tone so that it stands out positively. For example, if your color is cool, that is, with light and pink skin, with blue, green or gray eyes, opt for ash blondes and mahogany browns, and avoid warm or golden hair colors.
Use the shadow grid to guide
Don’t go by the pattern on the front of the dye to predict how the color will turn out. Consult the initial color and final color grid on the back to see how the initial color influences the final color result.
When in doubt, go lighter
It is much easier to fix a lighter shade if you are not satisfied with the result. Most of the colors on the box are darker than you think, so unless you’re sure, choose a shade that looks a little lighter than you’d like.
A non-permanent dye first
If you dye your hair on a whim or are simply trying something new, opt for a non-permanent color. This type of hair color will wash out faster. So if you don’t like it, you’ll remove it sooner. Plus, the results you achieve are usually closer to your natural hair color.
Start with small changes
Don’t opt for a drastic change, but rather stay within one to three shades of your current or natural color. For example, if your hair is dark and you want to have a platinum blonde, gradually reach that tone or leave it in the hands of professionals and visit your hair salon.
Keep your gray hair in mind
Remember that the more gray hair you have, the lighter your overall tone will look. Be careful when choosing a color. Start with a shade one to three shades lighter than your natural color, gradually regaining warmth and intensity in your hair.
Hair type makes a difference
Thick hair, which has a large diameter, generally takes longer to absorb color, therefore requiring a longer processing time. Fine hair, with a smaller diameter, usually takes less time to absorb color, so requires a shorter processing time.
Do a strand test
Since several factors, such as hair texture, dryness or whether it is permed or not, affect, a strand test will be useful to estimate the coloring time to obtain the correct result as desired.
Colored hair products
Use hair care products designed specifically for color-treated hair. Also try hair treatments that help your color look great between colorings for a better look.