6 Tips for Dyeing Men's Hair at Home

 

Once you decide the color of your hair dye, irrespective of what it is, dye your hair on your own without visiting the barbershop in Claremont. It normally follows all the similar steps. Box color, such as the kind at the drugstore, seems to be “one size fits all.”  

 

As you aren’t visiting any of the conventional haircuts shops, what you need to do is take the developer, and the color, blend it and apply it for the result. There’s a wide range of varieties. So, before you begin, go through the directions positively. If needed read them twice to ensure that you understand everything. Now, follow the tips mentioned below to minimize errors.  

 

1. Prep Your Hair Coloring Space 

 

The primary risk during application is not being prepared. You need to ensure that you have everything you require in fronts of you, such as a timer and gloves. You also need to see that you have a spacious area to work. We suggest everyone dye shirtless. This is to make sure that you don’t stain your clothes. Else, you may wear an old button-front shirt that you'll never have to lift over your head. Most importantly, you must ensure that you have a lot of time to work. Hurrying through the process would never make anything look better. 

 

2. Clean Your Hair Before Dyeing, But Not Too Clean 

 

Your hair must be completely dry. However, you should refrain from applying shampoo to your hair on the day you dye it. It is recommended to wash it the day before and never put any styling product in. You wish to have natural oil on your scalp. Natural oils act as a protective barrier to not only protect your scalp from irritation but also to prevent the color from excess penetration. You may even apply your shampoo three days in advance if possible and if you’re particularly bothered by product buildup, then apply some clarifying rinse. 

 

3. Use a Stain Barrier Before Dying Your Hair 

 

One of the major differences between a DIY hair dye at home and a professional hair dye from the best barbershop is that the one you use at home is ideally less adhesive, which makes it convenient to spread with your hands. However, it can also drip down onto the skin more effortlessly. Before you begin, apply some Vaseline or Aquaphor around your hairline to act as a barrier against all dye drips. Never ignore the tops of your ears, behind the ears, and the back of your neck. 

 

4. Now Apply the Hair Dye 

 

Break open the seal of the dye only after the completion of the first three steps. Read the instructions once more. Certain hair dye kits require blending and others don’t. Put on your gloves and start mixing, if needed. Then begin applying it to your hair in sections. Usually, you should begin in the front and work your way back if you get full coverage and back to front if it’s a gray camouflage situation. When the hair dye kit is accompanied by a brush, you can apply that, or you may use your hands. Never feel scared to apply a lot of products to pat it down as it’ll minimize the possibility of your missing a spot. Employ a double mirror to ensure you rigorously cover the back of your head. Get a good saturation before you stop.  

 

5. Allow the Hair Dye to Settle for the Recommended Time 

 

Multiple colors necessitate the dye sitting on your hair for various periods and unless you’re an accomplished colorist, you must strictly adhere to the instructions. If it recommends leaving it on for 25 to 30 minutes, do that religiously. Wipe the color off a small section of hair once the lower end of time is over. When you like the hair color, you can stop. If you wish that it is more saturated, then wait for the rest of the time. When you have gray hair, which isn’t compatible to dye as easily, then leave it on for the longer side of the recommendations. 

 

Your hair texture may play a significant role in how long you allow the product to sit too. Fine hair takes color faster. On the contrary, coarse or dense hair may take longer for the dye to penetrate. To find out how long the dye may consume, attempt a small test area like on the nape of the neck to understand how it goes.  

 

6. Lather, Rinse, Repeat (If Needed) 

 

After the timer goes off, take your shower to rinse the dye off your hair. The recommendations will advise whether to apply shampoo or not. If you use permanent color, shampoo your hair after it’s rinsed thoroughly. This will eliminate any excess dye, to continue working and leave streaks or spots. For semi- or demi-permanent hair color, avoid shampoo, as the color fades with every subsequent wash.  

 

Inference 

 

Maximum at-home hair dying follows the simple steps mentioned above. However, a lot depends on what you’re trying to accomplish. If you visit any barbershop in Rancho Cucamonga, then they can help you too.