“Gray hair always seems to grow faster than expected, and you're constantly worried about the potential harm that hair dye might cause to your body? If you're using plant-based hair coloring powder for health reasons, do you also have questions like "How can I apply the color more easily?" and "How can I maintain the color so it lasts longer?"
Plant-based hair coloring DIY steps:
It is recommended to use two colors of hair color powder. First, apply a reddish-brown color as a base coat, then use black or brown to enhance the color for better results!
▲Step 1: Before using the color-enhancing powder, wash your hair with a simple, silicone-free shampoo. This will prevent your hair from being too slippery and difficult to color! After washing your hair, do not blow-dry it; simply towel-dry it slightly, keeping your hair slightly damp.
▲Step 2: Based on your hair volume, pour an appropriate amount of the color-enhancing powder into a container, slowly add warm water and mix thoroughly until it forms a paste that can be applied to the hair without dripping.
▲Step 3: Protect your clothes with old clothing or a towel, and wear the gloves provided in the box to ensure the color-enhancing paste does not come into contact with your skin.
▲Step 4: Separate the hair along the middle parting line, then apply the color-enhancing cream to the comb and evenly distribute it from the crown of the head downwards.
▲Step 5: Carefully apply the color-enhancing mud with a comb, ensuring every strand of hair is covered. Be careful not to get the color-enhancing mud on your ears, forehead, neck, or other skin areas.
▲Step 6: Wear a transparent hair cap. You can cover your head with a warm, damp towel to maintain the moisture and heat of your hair, enhancing the color treatment.
▲Step 7: Let it sit for about 1.5 to 2 hours, then remove the hair cap and rinse thoroughly with water.
Plant-based Hair Coloring Q&A
Are there any techniques for setting the color when dyeing hair?
1. When mixing the color-enhancing powder, you can add some warm coffee or warm black tea for better color enhancement. Note: The color-enhancing paste should not be mixed too thinly, otherwise the coverage effect will be poor.
2. To enhance the coloring effect, the henna in the reddish-brown color-enhancing powder helps the powder adhere to the hair. When dyeing your hair, it is recommended to first use the reddish-brown color-enhancing powder and follow steps 1-7. Then, use black or brown color-enhancing powder and repeat steps 2-7 for a better coloring effect!
How to make your hair color last longer?
1. After rinsing off the color-enhancing powder with water, you can apply some hair oil to protect your hair.
2. Avoid using shampoo and any styling products for 24 to 48 hours after dyeing your hair. When you can wash your hair, it is recommended to use an organic, silicone-free color-protecting shampoo. *The effect may not be very noticeable on the day of application, or a temporary greenish tint may appear. However, after two days, once the plant-based ingredients have oxidized, the hair color will become more saturated.
How often do I need to dye my hair?
Depending on your hair type and length, the color can last for 5-8 weeks. During this time, your hair will grow about 1-2 centimeters, and then you only need to touch up the roots where the gray hair is growing in.
Is it too troublesome to use it myself? Can I go to a hair salon?
Most hair salons rarely use plant-based hair coloring powders and may not know how to use them. Also, the shampoos used in hair salons may contain more complex ingredients. If you want to go to a hair salon, you can bring your own silicone-free shampoo and make sure the hairstylist has some knowledge of plant-based hair coloring powders before using them there!
*Special note: Henna can cause a hemolytic reaction in individuals with G6PD deficiency (favism). Therefore, it is strictly prohibited for people with G6PD deficiency to use henna.
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