We`ve
all had hair coloring experiences that left of full of
regret and afraid to leave the house. Some of us have even
experienced this after visiting a salon. We thought we
were on the right track - we picked out the color we liked,
chose a box with a model that looked just like we wanted
to, and followed all the instructions. So how did our hair
leave us looking like we`re somehow related to the
orangutan family and nothing close to the girl on the box?
Unfortunately, it`s not as simple as you think. We`ll tell
you what you need to know to avoid a hair coloring
disaster.
Fear of Commitment?
For
those of us who like to experiment, there`s always
temporary hair coloring. If you mess up, choose a wrong
color, or want something a little wild for the month, this
is a great option. It`s also a great way to test a certain
shade or color you like before taking the plunge into
permanent. You can find temporary coloring at any
supermarket or beauty supply store and it usually uses
very mild ingredients that won`t damage hair and washes
out in 28 shampoos.
Take It Seriously
If
you`ve decided to go for the permanent, take time to do it
right and make informed decisions. When coloring hair,
don`t make any impulsive choices in color or stylists - be
patient and do your homework. Obviously, if you`re going
with a drastic change, you`ll want it professionally done,
at least until you have a handle on the exact products and
process that results in what you want.
The
more drastic the change you`re making in hair color, the
more we recommend you research and choose the right
process and stylist for you. The more drastic a change you
make, the more processes will be involved in the coloring
of your hair since there are many different shades and
several different levels within each shade. For example,
if you have dark brown hair and want to go light blonde,
your hair must be chemically processed to go through each
shade in between before producing the desired result. The
more drastic the color change, the more complicated the
process. Variations such as highlights and lowlights add
drama and depth to hair but also complicate the process
even more and add to the need for a professional.
The
Finished Product
Choose
a stylist that will spend time with you talking about the
look you`re going for and will explain to you the steps in
the coloring process that will achieve these results. A
good stylist will have pictures of previous clients to
show you, will walk through photos you bring that
illustrate what you`re looking for, and will take the time
to explain what products he or she will use. The stylist
may even share some suggestions or tips on how to add the
beauty of the result. A good stylist may be expensive, but
if they work hard to help you avoid a hair-coloring regret,
it`s well worth it.
