Changing your hair color is one of the easiest and least-expensive ways to change up your look. It also comes without regret, because you can simply recolor your hair if you aren't happy with the end result. You can either color your own hair at home with a DIY kit, or you can go to a professional hairstylist and have them do it for you.
If you've never colored your hair before, going to a professional is the best way to ensure your new color comes out looking great. This is particularly important if you're doing something drastic, like going from dark to light or light to dark. This is often a multi-step process that can turn out disastrous if not done correctly. Let's explore all the different aspects of hair coloring before you decide which process is right for you.
Choosing Your Favorite Hair Color
Which hair color you choose comes down to personal preference and what looks best with your skin tone. There may be a lot of upkeep involved, depending on which color you choose, so keep that in mind as well.
If you color your hair blonde, you'll need to touch up your roots every 6 to 8 weeks to keep your color looking fresh. You also may want to use a special purple shampoo that helps keep the blond looking vibrant, and not brassy.
Look through magazines and on some of your favorite social media profiles to get some hair color inspiration. You can then clip these pictures or screenshot them to show your stylist.
Color To Remove Gray Hair
Gray hair is a common problem for many, and covering them up is a simple fix. Changing your hair color will help cover up the grays without having to pluck them. Gray hairs occur when the melanin in the hair follicles start to die. Without melanin, hairs lose their pigment and can turn several different shades of gray or even white.
The lighter you go, the easier it is to cover grays. Blond hair blends well with grays, so you won't have to color your hair as often to hide them. The darker you go, the more upkeep you'll have to do to keep them covered. Black is the hardest color to hide grays in since they are more noticeable. If you don't mind coloring your hair every 6 to 8 weeks, you can still go with a dark color. It just means more frequent visits to the salon.
Bold Looks
Bold is in when it comes to hair color. Shades of purple, blue, and pink are the most popular when it comes to bold hair color. Some even go so bold as to do a rainbow of colors in their hair.
Be aware that dying your hair a bold color like this usually involves a bleach process first. Otherwise, the color won't be vibrant and it won't last as long. Keeping your color looking brilliant for weeks to come involves reducing the number of times you wash your hair down to just once or twice a week and using a special shampoo that's formulated to protect colored hair. Dry shampoo is a great option for those with boldly-colored hair.
Hair Coloring For Men
Men can color their hair, too! Whether you're looking to cover up some gray hairs, or you want a fresh, new look, hair color is a great way to achieve your ultimate hair goals. Men can also color their hair either at home or at the salon. Since their hair is usually shorter, it may cost a bit less than a woman's hair since less hair color needs to be used.
Maintaining your new hair color is the same, although you may need to color it more frequently since your hair is shorter and the roots will be more noticeable than with longer hair. Using a shampoo that is free of sulfates and formulated to condition hair that's been dyed is the best way to keep the color looking fresh and the hair moisturized.