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Hair color can work in a number of ways. You can strip it of its natural color by using a bleach or a bleach-like product. You can use a product to cover it and give it a different color. A color to cover the hair after it has been bleached can also change the natural color. By stripping the hair of its colour, it also changes the structure of the follicle, causing a drying effect. Dry hair is difficult to style and eventually breaks easily.
If you’re considering bleaching your hair, here are a few things to consider before you pull the trigger.
1. Go to a professional.
Yes. You can purchase the products and follow the instructions, but a licensed professional will use the color based on your hair type and color goals. However, all licensed cosmetologists are not created equal. Just like a doctor, hairdressers have their specialties. Do your research and find one that stays up to date on hair coloring products and techniques. Your hair will thank you.
2. You may not get the exact color you were looking for.
No two hair follicles are the same. Everyone’s hair responds differently to lighting and color. It’s best to go into the salon with an open mind about your color goals. A color specialist will be able to tell you how likely it is to get that color.
3. Pay attention to how your hair changes.
You have your styling routine and you have your product preferences. Bleaching will change all of that making it more delicate. It will also look dry and eventually feel dry as colored hair ages. Choose products to replenish moisture. Select moisturizing shampoos and conditioners designed for color-treated hair. If you must use a brush, only brush your hair when it’s dry. Comb or detangle your hair only when it is wet. Protect your hair from further damage with excessive heat styling.
4. Invest in quality products.
If you don’t get your hair done at the salon regularly, have the stylist who colored your hair recommend products to use at home. These products will probably be more expensive than average, but spend the money to prevent your hair from drying out and breaking.
When done right, hair color is a great way to enhance or tone down your current look. Dying your hair has to result in damaged hair. Find a hair color specialist and take their advice on post color hair care products and techniques.
