To Pick the Perfect Dye, Don’t Go Darker than Your Natural Color

If you’re thinking about going darker than your natural color, think again. Going from blond to brunette will require a lot of extra work and damage your hair more than going from light brown to dark brown does. The best way to protect your hair while dyeing is not to go any darker than your natural color!

Going from blond to brunette means that you need to touch up roots every 4-6 weeks (at least). This means that you have to take time out of your busy schedule every few weeks just so that people don’t think you’re an onion ring with a head attached. If that sounds like something you’d like, then by all means change up those roots! Just be aware of what this will entail when making the decision.

Dyed hair needs extra attention. Talk to your hairdresser about how to keep your hair healthy.

When you’re dyeing your hair, it’s important to talk to your hairdresser about how to keep your strands healthy. A hairdresser can help you determine what products will work best for you and when it’s time for another appointment. When you go in for a consultation, tell your stylist about the kind of look you’re going for and the products that might be causing damage (e.g., heat styling tools). He or she can also recommend ways to keep your hair looking good between appointments—this is particularly useful if you have an event coming up soon!

Asking questions during these consultations can save both time and money in the long run because they enable clients with more specific needs (such as people who spend a lot of time outdoors) to get exactly what they want from their experience at the salon—and this will lead them back again down the road if all goes well!

Do a patch test before coloring your hair.

A patch test is an easy way to see if you are allergic to any dyeing chemicals. You apply a small amount of the product on your skin and wait for 24 hours. If there is no irritation, then it’s safe to use that product on your hair. If your skin becomes irritated or swollen, then it means that you are allergic to the ingredients in this dyeing product and should not use it at all.

If you want to do a patch test, follow these steps:

• Apply half a teaspoon of dye on a clean section of skin behind/around an earlobe or along jawline (try not to get any on sensitive areas like eyes). Let sit for 30 minutes before washing off with warm water only (no soap). If there’s no redness or irritation after 24 hours have passed then proceed with coloring process as normal; but if there’s redness/irritation after 24 hours seek medical attention right away!

Avoid washing your hair the day before you color it.

It’s a good idea to avoid washing your hair the day before you color it. If you don’t wash your hair, any oil or dirt from your scalp will prevent the dye from penetrating into and sticking to your strands. But if you do wash it, it can still work out just fine. Just make sure that if you need to shampoo beforehand that you use a clarifying shampoo—the kind that strips away oils but doesn’t add moisture or leave behind any residue. And remember: no matter what type of shampoo or conditioner you use before coloring, always rinse thoroughly until all of the product is gone—this ensures that there are no residues left behind on our strands!

If you have an oily scalp but want dark colors like jet black or burgundy in particular (because darker shades tend to show up more clearly on oily scalps), then we’d recommend washing away as much oil as possible with a clarifying shampoo before going for those dramatic colors

Use an old towel to protect your eyes and skin from dye drips during application

If you’re dyeing your hair, it’s important to protect your eyes and skin from spills. To do this, use an old towel to cover your face and neck. The towel keeps the dye off of your eyes and skin while also protecting your clothes from stains and keeping them clean. You’ll also want to protect yourself from irritation or staining by placing a separate paper-towel over any areas where you’ve applied eye makeup; otherwise, they can turn purple when mixed with peroxide (which is used in many dyes).

Prevent scalp irritation by applying Vaseline to your skin before dyeing your hair.

If you’re worried about staining your skin, apply Vaseline liberally to the areas around your hairline, neck and ears before dyeing. This will help prevent dye from staining those areas. You might want to wear an old towel or robe while you’re dyeing so that it doesn’t stain anything else. If you’ve already stained something with dye, use a Q-tip dipped in some vinegar to remove it.

After applying the hair dye mix, apply more Vaseline around your hairline to protect against any accidental splashes that could cause irritation on your scalp or face (this is especially important if using semi-permanent dyes).

Wear gloves during the coloring process.

If you’re going to be applying dye to your hair (or have someone else do it), make sure you wear gloves. This not only protects your hands from the chemicals in the dye itself, but also prevents any skin contact with the product.

If you’re using a home kit and are mixing up dyes in bowls and pots, be sure that all of your utensils are clean and dry before adding them to the mix. If they aren’t, this can contaminate your mixture with bacteria or mold spores which could lead to some nasty infections down the road.

Rinse for a full minute then shampoo and condition thoroughly when done rinsing.

Rinse for a full minute then shampoo and condition thoroughly when done rinsing. If you have had a chemical treatment in your hair, (relaxer or other) please read the instructions on how to care for that type of hair.

Using a good quality shampoo and conditioner will help maintain the color vibrancy, shine and moisture balance in your locks.

It’s possible to color your hair without damaging it.

It’s possible to color your hair without damaging it. Here are a few tips:

• Don’t wash for 48 hours before dyeing. Letting your hair build up oil and grime will help the dye penetrate more deeply into the cuticle of each strand, preventing damage and making the color last longer.
• Don’t go darker than your natural color. The higher the contrast in shades, the more likely it is that you’ll experience breakage and frizziness—and at that point, doing anything will take some time (and money) to fix!
• Do a patch test. Test out any new products on an inconspicuous area first before applying them all over—it can be pretty hard to hide any mistakes made during application if you’re trying out something new! Also remember that certain things work differently on different heads of hair; even if someone else had no problems with a product before doesn’t mean yours won’t react badly too!
• Use Vaseline on your scalp for added protection against harsh chemicals when coloring away from home or at someone else’s house who hasn’t opted for professional grade products just yet 😉 And definitely don’t forget about those gloves! It’s easy enough to forget but essential nonetheless–you’ll thank yourself later when there isn’t any staining left behind after rinsing out those vibrant colors 😉