Hair Color Problems
Having a new hair color is fun and exciting, but it can cause some problems for your hair. In the case of permanent color dyes and drastic changes, like from black to platinum blonde, you should spend the extra money to go to a salon to be safe. Before you buy a box of hair dye or visit your hairstylist, consider the potential risks and problems associated with changing your hair color. Does this Spark an idea?
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Wrong Color Issues
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In some unfortunate cases, when a person dyes her hair, the color does not turn out the same as what appears on the box. The resulting hair color is largely dependent on the color of the person's hair before it is dyed. For instance, someone with black hair is not likely to get the same bright and accurate red as someone with blonde or silver hair. In extreme cases, the hair color may turn a strange hue, like orange.
A professional stylist may be able to correct a bad color issue, as long as the client goes in within 48 hours. Thereafter, the color will completely lock into the hair strands. A hair color removal product like One 'N Only Colorfix also can be used to get rid of the unwanted color.
Breakage
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It is not advisable for someone with damaged hair to use a home hair color kit. This is because the chemicals in the hair dye could cause further damage that may be irreparable. A professional stylist will condition, cut and treat the damaged hair with protective products before attempting to color it. She also will be able to offer solid advice on how the client can avoid further hair damage.
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Loss of Color
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When someone uses semi-permanent hair color, there is always the risk that the color will start to fade after a few washes. This is most common when cheap hair coloring products are used. To avoid this problem, the person must buy a semi-permanent color from a reputable manufacturer, like L'Oreal, Clairol, Garnier or Revlon. She also can use a shampoo and conditioner specially made for color-treated hair to avoid fading.
Dark to Light
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When a person is attempting to go from a dark shade, like black or brown, to a much lighter color like blonde or light brown, the process can be long and sometimes painful. The change from dark to light is best performed by a licensed professional because the hair coloring process may need to be gradual. The hair stylist likely will need to dye the hair a shade lighter on each visit to achieve the right color. When a dark brunette goes to a light blonde in one visit, the bleaching chemicals are so strong and potent that they could cause the scalp to burn. Bleaching also could cause hair loss.
Perming
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After perming or relaxing the hair, a person should wait at least a week before coloring it. This is because the hair is still vulnerable after a perm or color. The chemicals in the dye or perm can cause serious damage to the strands (or even hair loss) when the hair is still weak from the previous treatment.
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