Coloring Natural Hair

If you’re anything like me then coloring your hair is always at the top of your to do list. I’ve been natural for 3 and half years now and within that time I’ve colored my hair at least five times. I absolutely love colored hair. It can spice up any boring hair-do. Although coloring is great, it can come with great consequences.

Natural hair can become extremely boring from time to time. Coloring seems like the best thing to do just to jazz it up at tad bit.  But there are some things you should consider before deciding to color your hair. The first is whether you’ll do it or whether you will go to a hair salon.  I’m really big on DIY!!!  I go to my local beauty supply store and grab a box of dye and color away. If you’ve never done anything like this to hair then maybe your best bet is to go to a salon unless you’re not afraid to experiment.

A few of my favorite colors(Yes my hair is natural just straightened out)

If you’ve never experimented with color then you may want to start with a rinse or a semi-permanent color.  It will give you the chance to rock a new color without long-term commitment. Be aware that a rinse or semi-permanent color may not give you the desired colored. It also may not take to your hair at all if the color is lighter than your natural hair color.

To reach a brighter and more desirable color you’ll probably want to dye your hair. Some dyes contain bleach, which will strip your hair of its natural color and allow for the new color to be bright and vibrant.  Dye can have serious effects on your hair. Many people believe that dye can’t damage natural hair, which is a myth. It may not be as damaging to natural hair as it is to relax hair but it’s still damaging. 

Effects Of Coloring Hair

-Coloring your hair with a permanent color can alter your curl pattern in ways that you wouldn’t believe. Sometimes the change in curl patterns is temporary and other times its permanent.

-Coloring your hair often makes your hair extremely dry. It is important to keep your hair moist and deep condition frequently.

Alternatives Methods

There are several ways to naturally lighten your hair without any chemicals necessary. Directions to how you can use these methods to lighten your hair can be found on YouTube.

·      Henna

·      Chamomile Tea

·      Honey and Vinegar

·      Cinnamon

·      Lemon

Color treating your hair takes time and effort like anything else you do to your hair. If you are going to dye your hair then be ready for a constant battle.  Make sure you thoroughly research different types of color treatment before you commit to one. Most of all keep your hair moisturized at all times. And stay tuned for next week segment on maintaining color treated hair.

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Frenchie <3