How to Use an Orange for Highlights in Hair
The juices of citrus fruits are longtime natural ways to lighten your hair. Oranges are a less common choice (the juice of lemons is the most well-known), but are equally effective in adding a bit of brilliance to dull locks. Do not expect the same results as lemon juice or traditional hair bleach; the main benefit is that the orange juice will remove buildup and reveal shinier and healthier-looking hair. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Two medium oranges
- Electronic juicer
- One cup water
- Plastic spray bottle
- Plastic shower cap
- Hooded hair dryer
Instructions
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Peel about two oranges (more if your hair is very long or very thick) and insert them into an electric juicer. Juice the oranges on high.
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Pour the orange juice and the water into a plastic spray bottle.
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Shake the bottle to mix the two ingredients.
Apply Juice
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Section your hair into four parts and fasten each with a plastic clip.
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Begin spraying the orange juice-and-water mixture onto the front of your hair. Work your way to the back of your head, removing the clips as you go.
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Put a plastic shower cap over your head to allow the orange juice to penetrate your hair shaft.
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Set the hooded dryer to medium heat and sit under it for up to an hour.
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Rinse the mixture from your hair before shampooing and conditioning as usual.
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