The 5 Different Types of White Hair Dye
All-over white hair dye
When you want to go all-over white, this is the dye for you.
It’s best if you’re trying to hide your dark roots or cover up some gray hairs, but it can also be used on blonde or brunette hair as well.
To go all out with this type of dye, plan on leaving it on for about 45 minutes and then rinsing it out with cold water. You’ll want to wash your hair three times (with shampoo) before styling because otherwise the color will come out unevenly if there is still any leftover residue from the dye left in your locks.
Gray roots hair dye
Gray roots hair dye is specifically for covering gray roots. The dye is only applied to the roots, not the entire head. This is a quick fix for gray roots but it can be messy if you don’t use gloves and cover everything in your bathroom with newspaper or plastic wrap. It’s best to wash your hair before applying this type of at-home dye so you don’t accidentally get any on other areas of your head or body.
Platinum hair dye
Platinum is the whitest, most intense shade of all. To achieve it, you’ll need to use a high percentage of bleach in your hair dye—28% or higher. While this has the potential to damage and dry out your hair, there are some things you can do to keep it healthy and shiny:
- Use a moisturizing shampoo that’s also formulated for color-treated hair (like Garnier Fructis Color Shield Shampoo).
- Rinse with cold water after washing so that less heat is applied to your tresses (warm water opens up the shafts of each strand, causing them to swell).
- If possible, avoid blowdrying — instead opt for air drying or using an ionic dryer that doesn’t generate too much heat.
Champagne blonde hair dye
If you’ve got a blonde hair dye and want something closer to white, then champagne blonde is the style for you. The name literally means “the color of champagne”. This is the best choice if you’re looking for something subtle and not ready to fully embrace your new look just yet—a transition from blonde to white. It’s also a good option if you have brown hair and want it dyed white without going full-on platinum!
Rose gold hair dye
Rose gold hair dye is a mix of pink and gold that gives your tresses a soft, rosy glow. It can be used on most hair colors and it’s perfect for those who are looking for something subtle but still eye-catching.
The best areas to apply rose gold hair dye include:
- Roots (the upper layers of your strands)
- Bangs/fringe (the frontmost portion of your head)
- Undercuts (the area where the top meets the sides)
Celebrities who have worn rose gold hair dye include:
- Selena Gomez
- Zendaya Coleman
- Jennifer Lopez
There are 5 different types of white hair dye.
- All-over white hair dye: This is the kind of dye that will give you an all-over, solid shade of white. It’s best for people who want a dramatic change and don’t mind losing all their natural hair color.
- Gray roots hair dye: You’ll see this one in many salons because it’s pretty straightforward—it involves using the same technique as regular hair dye but with a lighter shade of silver or grey at your roots to match your existing shade.
- Platinum blonde dye: For those of us who want to go even blonder than white, platinum blonde can be achieved by bleaching your existing color out first with hydrogen peroxide before applying permanent toner to create a cool silver tone (without any warm undertones).
- Champagne blonde/rose gold dyes: If you love champagne but want something more unique than just another bottle of beer on ice, then try these new types! They combine metallic tones with shades reminiscent of roses and peach blossoms for stunning results.