Stepping
out with a new hair color can give you an all new self
image, but if you’re stepping out with a beard that is no
where near the new color it can shatter that new image in
a matter of seconds. It can be easy just to use the same
dye that you used on your head, but that is a really big
no-no. Your beard is much harder to dye than the hair on
your head, so instead you will want to look for a product
that is specifically designed for facial hair only.
Your
first step when coloring your facial hair is to choose a
color that is closest to the color on your head. If your
hair is a color that is not a common hair color like blue,
you will probably want to consult in a hair coloring
professional for this job. It’s probably also a good idea
to seek a professional if you are dying your hair more
than two shades lighter than your hair color. You don’t
want to end up with an orange beard!
Once
you have found a product that will work for you, follow
the directions located inside of the box to test for any
allergies you may have. You should perform the test at
least two days in advance. Test the product on the inside
of your elbow and leave it there for at least 48 hours. If
you don’t break out with a rash or have any other
irritations, then you’re read to begin coloring your
facial hair.
Now
that you are ready to begin, you will want to mix equal
amounts of the two tubes into the tray found in the
product’s box. If you don’t have a lot of hair to cover,
you may want to mix small amounts only and save the rest
for another application. Before you save the two tubes
however, make sure that it is safe by checking the
manufacturer’s instructions or calling their toll free
number that is generally printed on the outside of the
box.
Once
the mixture is ready, put on the pair of gloves and use
the applicator, both of which should have been provided
with the product. Next, scoop enough of the dye mixture
onto the applicator and apply it to your beard. Be sure to
cover areas such as your side burns and mustache as well.
If you get any of the dye on your skin, you can use a q-tip
dampened with water to clean it up.
Next,
set a timer and leave the gel in for at least 5 minutes.
If the gel has darkened it is working. If you don’t want
extremely dark hair, stop. The longer the time, the darker
your results will be!
Finally,
wash the gel off using a mild soap and rinse with warm
water. Congratulations, you are finished! Your results
will last as long as your beard tends to grow. When you
start seeing roots, it means it is time to color again.
If you
find that your coloring job was disastrous or you simply
don’t like the results, you can shave off your beard. If
that’s not an option for you, talk to a professional
colorist about your options. Happy Facial Coloring!
