Wash your hair less often for two weeks in preparation.

Wash your hair less often for two weeks in preparation.

• Washing your hair too often can strip the dye, causing it to fade. Make sure to only wash your hair once every two days or so before you color it if possible.
• If you must wash your hair, try not to do so on the day of coloring as this also can cause fading and damage the color of your dye job. Instead, try washing with a clarifying shampoo (no conditioner) before bedtime on the night before you plan on dying your locks for good! It is best not to use any conditioner at all during this time period because it may leave residue behind that could interfere with getting a nice even color again after all is said and done.”

Go to the hairdresser to have it dyed.

If you want to get the most out of your hair dye, then going to the hairdresser is the way to go. This method can be expensive, time consuming, and hard to find a good hairdresser. If you choose this method remember that it can be hard knowing what color will work best for you based on your skin tone or what type of look would suit your style.

Using box dye is easiest and you can do it yourself at home.

Using box dye is the easiest way to dye your hair, and it’s a good option if you’re looking for a temporary change. You can buy box dyes at most drug stores, supermarkets and grocery stores. Box dyes are also the cheapest way to get the color that you want without going to a salon (though they usually cost less than professional treatments).

If you’re looking for an easy way to change up your look without going through complicated processes or spending a lot of money, give box dyes a try! If you’d like more information about using box dyes, check out our article on how long does it take for boxed hair dye to work?

Be careful when buying box dye.

If you’re using a box dye, be sure to read the instructions carefully and make sure it’s not too light or too dark for your skin tone. If it’s too light, then your hair will look like straw and won’t hold any curl well. On the other hand, if your box dye is too dark for you, then it’ll make your scalp look red or purple depending on how long the process takes. The best way to avoid this problem is to find one that matches your natural color as closely as possible so there are no surprises later on!

Mix the dye in a bowl or cup with an applicator brush.

Now it’s time to mix the colorant and developer together. This is what will cause the chemical reaction that results in hair dye!

Use a plastic or glass bowl, not metal. Mix until the color is uniform—don’t worry if there are still some clumps of powder or little white spots here and there, those will be covered up by your gloves.

Be careful not to get any of the dye on yourself! If you do accidentally touch it, immediately rinse off with cold water for at least five minutes (and more if possible). If any of it gets in your eyes, eyes should also be rinsed for at least 15 minutes before being washed out by an eye doctor immediately.

Stand over a towel covered sink or bathtub.

The first thing you’ll want to do is get ready. Put on some gloves, tie up your hair, and put on an old t-shirt. You’ll also want to make sure that you have a towel or plastic covering for wherever the dye touches so it doesn’t stain your surface. The last thing you need is for your kitchen countertop or bathroom tiles getting dyed because you didn’t cover them with something!

Once this is all done, it’s time to get started! Stand over the sink or bathtub and add in water until it covers everything except where the dye will be applied (I’m using bleach on my hair right now).

Apply to dry hair starting at the roots.

Apply dye to dry hair starting at the roots, working your way down to the ends of your hair. Roots take longer to absorb dye, so it’s important to apply color in small sections and make sure all of your strands are covered.

• Use an applicator brush to apply the dye evenly throughout each section of hair.
• Protect yourself from getting color on your hands by wearing gloves or plastic wrap over them when applying dye.

Work your way down to the ends of your hair.

Once you have coated your hair with the dye, you’ll want to leave it on for 20 minutes. The box will tell you how many minutes are needed and if your hair has a lot of grey or white in it then leave it on longer to get rid of any remaining color. You can also use a blow dryer on high heat at this point if you want to speed up drying time (I did).

Once the dye is set, wash out with cool water and conditioner. I’d recommend using a clarifying shampoo like this one from Lush Cosmetics because your hair might feel oily after washing off all that product! Rinse until there’s no more residue left behind then style as usual!

When all the hair is covered, wrap your head in plastic wrap and let sit (instructions will vary).

Once the dye has been applied and you’re ready to get started, make sure that your hair is fully saturated. If you only leave it in for a few minutes, there’s a chance that some of it won’t even be dyed at all. It’s better to go over your head with dye on several more times than not enough!

When it comes time to rinse out the color, make sure you have lots of warm water ready—the kind that would make any one of us happy if we were lying by ourselves by a pool or in our bathtubs. You’ll want this water as hot as possible without burning yourself when putting it into the sink or tub so that everything will come off easily (and not damage your skin).

Depending on what kind of conditioner or shampoo is best for colored hair after dyeing, follow those instructions carefully before rinsing out all traces of color from your scalp and strands with cool water

Rinse, shampoo and condition as normal with warm water.

Rinse, shampoo and condition as normal with warm water.

If you want a lighter color, mix a small amount of dye with water in an empty spray bottle and leave it in your hair for 10 minutes before rinsing.

Take care of your dyed hair by using color safe shampoo and conditioner and try not to wash it too much!

• Take care of your dyed hair.
• Color-treated hair is more fragile than normal hair and can be damaged by excessive washing, blow drying, or using a curling iron too often. You want to keep your hair looking great for as long as possible so it’s best to avoid these damaging practices whenever possible. If you must use heat on your colored locks, try not to go above 350° (or the highest setting on the dryer). And if you decide that coloring isn’t for you—or if you have already colored it but want something different—consider doing a semi-permanent dye job instead: they last longer but are less damaging than permanent dyes.* Don’t change up too much at once! People who start off with an unnatural color may be tempted to go even brighter right away. However, this can result in overprocessing which can lead to breakage or burning around edges.* Don’t take risks just because they’re trendy! Bleaching is another one of those things where “less is more.” If a bright blonde shade isn’t working out well for someone with dark brown roots (and their whole head), don’t just let them grow out until there’s nothing left but bleached tips.* Don’t force yourself into anything! It’s easy for people who love experimenting with their look when first starting out; however, this can lead them down an unhealthy path if done too frequently without any breaks between sessions.* Consider how much time has passed since last dyeing session before committing yourself again lest risk burnout from all those chemicals being used together at once again