DO’S AND DON’TS
when coloring hair
Until I was twenty-seven, I had never had any color in my hair. I was perfectly fine with it. In the winter, my hair was really dark, and as soon as I saw a hint of sun, it turned incredibly blonde. So I just went for natural coloring. Until last year when I wanted something different – no, thankfully there were no gray hairs coming yet –, The Building I added a drop of blonde, and now I’m hooked on it. And after blonde, it became red, a corrective hair color made it blonde again, and now some brown is popping through. And to ensure that it stays the prettiest, longest, and healthiest, I take care of it as if I have gold on my head . Here are the tips and tricks in a row.
Do's
Preparation
If you if you have a hair color in mind , then you first look for I don’t know how many pictures of that and show them to your hair colorist. Now you just have to be aware that nine out of ten pictures are somewhat edited and that color doesn’t necessarily have to suit you right away. Tell what your style is in looks, in makeup, in behavior, and let your hair colorist give an honest and good judgment about it. Sometimes that person has even more ideas to make it very wearable and suitable for you.
Who, what, where
Sure, every hairdresser can color, but not every hairdresser has the skills and techniques of 2016. Yes, hair coloring is also keeping up with the times. So look for good opinions and professionals of whom you know that you, and actually your hair, are in good hands.
Color shampoos
Always use shampoos and conditioners that are meant for colored hair. Many people say it’s nonsense, but it actually ensures that your color looks its best and that the hair is protected. Your hair is naturally affected by the dye and thus more vulnerable to external influences. The first week, it’s also smart to use a mask. Highlights in the hair and bleached blondes are very fragile, so they need a double dose of care.
Trying on wigs
If you’re not sure what color you want, go to a good wig shop and try different colors. Then you’ll know what suits you.
Don'ts
Washing
Do not wash your hair for the first 48 hours after dyeing. Protect your investment.
Copycat
Don’t think that your friend’s look will automatically look good on you. I’ve already mentioned it above, but skin color, eye color, hair texture, and cut all influence what suits you best. And a really good hairdresser dares to be honest about that.
Last-minute coloring
Honestly; coloring hair can sometimes just not turn out well. So don’t do it the day before an important event. Your wedding, for example. Two weeks in advance is really a better plan.
Impulsive
Don’t be too impulsive when coloring your hair. Your mood, the season, and who knows what else can inspire you to want something different. But as variable as that can be, you might think differently about it a month later. And that’s both a very expensive joke and not very handy for the health of your hair. So do some research on the color and think about how long you expect to keep the color. This will certainly determine which color type you choose. If you don’t want it for longer than three months, you should raise some questions about certain things.
Mixing colors
You can mix colors, of course, but let your hair colorist do that. What I’m actually trying to say is that you should be careful with different coloring processes. If you just gave your hair a nice color, then you shouldn’t bleach it a month later to want a balayage effect two months later. Your hair condition is also affected, and you’re still working with chemicals.
