What is Hair Color? Get to know the different types of color in hair dye.

📅 July 3, 2022 ✍️ Anns 📁 ToDye

Permanent hair color

Permanent hair color is the best choice if you want to change your hair and keep that look until it grows out. It lasts until your hair grows out, as opposed to semi-permanent or demi-permanent colors, which wash out over time. Permanent colors must be mixed with a developer (also called an oxidizing agent) before use. The different types of permanent colors vary in how light they are and what kinds of colored pigments they contain:

  • Demi-permanent has low peroxide levels and can lighten hair up to two shades or cover resistant grays. It’s great for blondes who want slightly deeper root color without fully committing to being a blonde or brunette again.
  • Semi-permanent lasts about 6–8 weeks; it’s good for people who don’t like commitment but want more than just highlights or lowlights on their locks!

Demi-permanent hair color

Demi-permanent hair color is an ideal option for someone who just wants to add a little oomph to their hair. It lasts about 12 to 24 shampoos and does not lighten the hair. This type of dye only adds color, so if you’re looking for volume or thickness, you’ll need something else.

This type of coloring won’t last as long as permanent dyes because it doesn’t penetrate the shafts of your hair follicles as deeply; however, demi-permanent can still make a big difference in the appearance and health of your locks!

Semi-permanent hair color

Semi-permanent hair color is a mix of pigments and developers. It contains a small amount of peroxide that changes the color molecules in your hair so they absorb light differently. Because the effects are not permanent, you can choose to keep the new color for a few months or let it fade out over time.

Semi-permanent hair color lasts 8-12 shampoos, depending on your hair type and how often you wash it.

Temporary hair color

Temporary hair color is the most basic type of color. It usually comes in a gel or mousse form, and can be applied with a brush or a comb. It washes out after 1-2 shampoos and isn’t permanent, so you can change it every week if you like!

There are many types of hair dyes. Figure out which one you like best.

There are many types of hair dyes. Figure out which one you like best.

  • Permanent hair color: Changes hair color and is the only type that lightens hair
  • Demi-permanent hair color: Adds shine and blends gray for up to 24 washes
  • Semi-permanent hair color: Lasts up to twelve shampoos