Start with a bleach job

The first step in getting your perfect purple hair color is to start with a bleach job. If you have dark base tones, like black or brown, you will need to lighten your hair to a level of 10 or higher. If you want an even brighter shade of purple, it’s best to go all the way up to platinum blonde first.

Bleaching your own hair at home isn’t recommended—it’s much easier and more cost-effective (and safer) to head over to a salon. They’ll be able to give you an exact formula for how far they should take their bleaching process based on how long it took for their previous customer’s hair color application process (i.e., the amount of time it takes for the dye used on that person’s strands). It’s also important that whoever does this work understands what type of results can be expected when using particular products; sometimes people think they’re getting blue but end up with neon green because someone didn’t know what would happen when mixing chemicals!

Make sure to protect your hair and skin

Protect your skin and hair, especially if you’re using a dyes that has a high level of ammonia. Ammonia can be very harsh on your skin, causing serious burns if it comes into contact with your skin. Make sure to wear gloves while applying the dye so you don’t accidentally burn yourself or get dye on any part of your body that could cause damage.

Also make sure to protect your eyes from getting in contact with the dye because it can cause blindness. Always wear protective eyewear when coloring so there is no chance of getting any chemicals into your eyes. It’s better safe than sorry!

Use purple shampoo if you have blonde hair

If you have blonde hair and want to dye it purple, you should start by using a purple shampoo. This will help tone down any brassiness and make sure your color comes out nice and vibrant.

Using a purple shampoo is important because it helps bring out the color in your hair rather than just washing it away. Also, it’s less harsh on your strands than other shampoos would be—which means that they don’t dry out as easily (or at all).

But how do you use one? How often should you use them? What are some of the downsides to using these products? We’ll cover all those things below!

Try a tinted conditioner for a toned down look

If you’re looking for a look that’s more muted and less dramatic, try using a tinted conditioner instead. This won’t be as strong or vibrant as other shades of purple hair dye, but it also means it washes out easier and is less expensive. It’s an easy way to test out purple hair without committing yourself to the full-on permanent dye job.

If you want something even more subtle, look for a purple-tinted shampoo or conditioning mask and apply it before you wash your hair as normal (but make sure not to leave it on any longer than five minutes). Then use your regular shampoo after rinsing out the product from your hair, as usual.

Choose a purple friendly stylist

Your stylist should be familiar with the process of dying your hair purple, especially if it’s their first time working with you. If they’re not, find someone else! The last thing you want is to be left in the dark about how to care for your new color.

Ask how many clients they have colored with purple dye and ask them to show you a portfolio of other people’s results. You want a stylist who can walk you through everything from choosing the right shade of purple hair dye to making sure your base color is healthy and isn’t being damaged by the bleach or developer used on it.

You can get great purple hair without too much fuss

Purple hair is a bold color, and it takes dedication to keep it looking its best. This means that you need to be careful about your hair care routine.

You should start by using purple shampoo or purple conditioner regularly, every time you wash your hair (or even better, alternate between the two). Purple products will help keep your shades from fading quickly and prevent other colors from staining it.

In addition to this, there are many other steps that you can take to ensure that your brightly colored hue stays vibrant for as long as possible:

• Protect Your Hair From Damage

Use heat-free tools like brushes or combs whenever possible; try sleeping on a satin pillowcase instead of cotton ones; avoid swimming in pools with chlorine in them unless they’re specifically designed for swimmers with dyed hair—and do not use harsh chemicals like bleach or peroxide if they’re not necessary!