Here’s How You Can Get Rid of Gray Hair Without Choosing Permanent Hair Color
Temporary Hair Dyes
Temporary hair dye is a good option if you want to cover up your gray hair without committing to a color change. Many temporary dyes last six washes or more, which can be the perfect amount of time for those who are still unsure about whether they want to go all-in on their new look.
Temporary dyes are also popular with people who would like to experiment with different looks before making a permanent commitment. You can apply temporary dye in whatever shade you choose and see how it looks for yourself before committing; for example, if red doesn’t suit your skin tone but brown does, then test out the red option first and leave it on for an hour or two (or overnight) before washing it off again.
Root Touch-Up Kit
Root touch-up kits are a great option, especially for those who want to color their hair without the commitment of permanent hair dye. They come in a wide variety of colors, and are very easy to use.
They do not require any special techniques; you simply open the box and apply the dye as you would with any other box of hair color.
Semi-Permanent Hair Color
Semi-permanent hair color is a great option for those who have gray hair and don’t want to go with permanent color. This type of coloring is also referred to as semi-permanent or demi-permanent, depending on where you get it done.
The most popular brand that offers this kind of hair color is Clairol. The brand has many different varieties, including some that are specifically designed for women over 50 years old with gray hair. Other well known brands include L’Oreal Paris Men Expert and Garnier Fructis Color Shield Hair Color.
Semi-permanent haircolors work by depositing pigment into your existing strands of hair and creating highlights and lowlights which can change the texture, depth and tone of your natural colour without damaging the cuticle (the outer layer) or shaft (the inner strand).
Natural hair coloring is a great option for those who are looking to add color to their hair but do not want anything permanent.
Temporary hair dye is a great option for those who want to add color to their hair without committing to permanent dye. This type of dye will last only one or two washes, but it does not stain your skin or clothes.
Semi-permanent hair colors last longer than temporary dyes and can be removed by washing your hair with a clarifying shampoo. This type of coloring is not as damaging to the integrity of your hair as permanent coloring, but it is still more damaging than using a shampoo designed specifically for color-treated locks (like Loreal Paris Excellence Crème Gloss Shampoo).