Hair Dye : Proper Usage (Hair Care)

People use hair dye just to cover grey hair and others may use hair dye to change their makeover.
Whatever be the purpose hair dyes can be great for achieving good looks.Always perform a patch test in advance so that you can know that you won’t have allergic reactions.Conditioner is a MUST if you bleach your hair.

There are three main types of hair dye to choose from   permanent, semi-permanent and those that come out in one washing.

Permanent dyes gives you a good dark color which is not very easy to remove.When you use permanent hair dye yourhair roots
may be clearly visible.

Semi-permanent dye washes out gradually and leaves no visible roots.
This type of hair dye is a good choice if you want to change your hair color frquently.

If you only want to change your hair colour for one day or night, you can find some hair dyes that come out as soon as you wash your hair.

There are many different brands of hair dye and you may get it easily at any store.They are used when you want to keep hair dye temprorily

Procedure for hair dye :

1. Pick a color you are comfortable with and if you are doing it for the first time then pick such a color which is
similar to your hair shade.Always use gloves.
2. Mix the dye together.
3. Follow the instructions given on the box and apply it completely.
4. Allow the dye on your hair for some time then rinse it properly.
5. Use the conditioner that’s in the kit and leave it in your hair for about five minutes. Then rinse it out.
6. Allow your hair to dry naturally instead of blow-drying as it will retain more shine that way.
7. Wash your hair the next day like you normally would and condition it with your normal conditioner, but again leave the conditioner in for about five minutes.

Tips before hair dye :

* Mix some conditioner into the dye before you apply it. This helps your hair take the color and isn’t as damaging.
* Before you dye your hair, apply some vaseline cream on your forehead and ears so that your skin will not get affected.

- Colors may last longer on bleached hair. (May last 8 weeks or longer on bleached hair.)
- Colors will give a highlight effect to dark hair.
- Color fades gradually with each shampoo.

Some more Tips :

• If you dont want to damage your hair then dye it 2 days after washing your hair.
• If you do like this then your scalp will not get affected and the natural oils will remain as it is.
• People who have dandruff, make sure you undergo proper dandruff treatment and get rid of it before applying hair dye.

Be Dandruff Free

What’s Dandruff?

Dandruff  is the excessive shedding of dead skin cells from the scalp.

Its causes?

Dandruff can also be caused by taking extreme heat or cold water.

Dandruff Treatment and other stuff

Treatment of dandruff can also be done by using specialised shampoos.The person suffering with dandruff often feels they cannot wear dark clothing because others may notice.
Dandruff is seasonal being most severe during the winter.If you are under stress then there can be sudden growth of dandruff.

Treatment of dandruff (proper haircare) :

The use of fenugreek seeds is one of the most important remedies in the treatment of dandruff.
Take two tablespoons of these seeds soak them overnight in water and in the morning make paste of it.
This paste should be applied all over the scalp and left for half an hour. Then wash your hair with ritha.

Make use of teaspoon of fresh lime juice.It will not only clear the dandruff but also will give good shine to your hair.

Beets are also good in curing dandruff. Both tops and roots should be boiled in water and this water should be massaged into the scalp with the finger tips every night.
White beet is better for this purpose.

You can remove dandruff by making use of curd.Curd which is left open for 2-3 days is best for it.Apply that curd and massage it gently.
Another measure for removing dandruff is take dilute cider vinegar and equal quantity of water and dab this on to the hair with cotton wool in between shampooing.
Mix some camphor in coconut oil. Apply this daily on your scalp properly with the fingertips working it may give good results.

If you are a very busy person and you dont have time to go for such home made remedies then you can also make use of anti-dandruff shampoos by consulting your hair stylist.

Hot steam bath is highly beneficial for curing dandruff or exposure of head to the rays of sun can also give dandruff free hair.

Causes of Dandruff :

These are some common causes of dandruff :

* Unclean habits
* Hard shampoos
* Exposure to severe cold
* Excessive intake of oily and sweet foods
* Hormonal imbalance
* Allergy
* Poor hygiene
* Stress and tension
* Improper sleep
* Use of hair-coloring products or use of electric hair curlers, gels.
* Shampooing infrequently and scarce rinsing of hair
* Too much heat

How to get rid of dandruff :

* Boil neem leaves in water and use this water to rinse hair.
* Massage scalp with warm coconut for half an hour atleast twice a week
* Make a paste by tulsi leaves and amla powder mixed with water. Massage this paste on the scalp and let it remain for half to one hour. Wash the hair with water.
* Egg shampoo can be prepared by beating 2 or 3 eggs with a little water in it. Apply this mixture on the hair after wetting the hair and massage the scalp for sometime.
Let this remain on the hair for sometime before washing it off with water. This treatment is very effective in preventing dandruff.

For people who apply hair dye, make sure you get rid of the dandruff before you apply hair dye.

Your overall look completly depends on how your hair looks. If you have beautiful hair it completes you whole.There are different ways for your hair care that will give make your hair look beautiful.

* If you want set your hair properly do not wash your hair daily. If you want healthy hair wash them after 2 or 3 days. Washing hair everyday may remove all the oil and it may dry your scalp.
* If you hairs are oily at the roots then you can sprinkle some baby powder to the roots of the hair.
* If you want wavy hair then make use of a sea salt spray. Mix sea salts in water and fill a spray bottle.Spray it near the ends and let it dry.
* Another way which you may go for is coloring your hair.You can do this if you want to come out of natural look. But make right choice of hair color which will suit you. Ask a professional to help you choose the right color for your hair.
* Cut your hair in layers, this will make you look a lot younger.
* If you want to curl your hair then make use of crling irons.

The most important thing you need to do if you want healthy hair you must make your diet healthy.Complete your sleep properly.Avoid using products such as Gel or hair sprays which badly effects your hair.Before you enter swimming pool make your hair wet so that the chlorine water will not effect your hair or else make use of shower cap to protect your hair.

Drying :
Always make use of cool setting because hot air is harmful to your hair as it will damage your hair.Dont keep the dryer at one spot for more than few seconds and keep good distance from your hair.Wash your hair in warm or cool water.Make use of conditioner on your hair.

If you have long hairs more care should be taken. Clean your hair daily as dust sticks your hair. Like our skin hair also has different type like normal, dry and oily and as the skin has different complexion, hair have different texture as straight, curly or wavy. Some people have silky or some have dry coarse hair.

So depending on the hair type and keeping in mind the hair problems one suffers, one should maintain their hair care.

Eating healthy nutritional food is must for healthy hair. Wash your hair properly depending on your hair type select desired shampoo.For e.g i you have dry hair use shampoo which is specially made for dry hair.Dry your hair naturally dont makeuse of a hair dryer.Do not rub your hair with hard towels.Make use of wide tooth comb when your hairs are wet.Do not tie your hair tightly as it weakens them.If you want to set your hair and you are making use of gels then do not leave them on your for much time wash it immediately.

You must get your hair trim once in a month otherwise there are chances of split ends.By doing this your hair may grow faster.Take oil massage once in a month as it improves blood circulation.Coconut and olive oil are very good to use for hair massage.If you are suffering from dandruff then make use of lemon.

When going to bed one should leave the hair loose and open, as tied hair are tend to break more and become weak.

Hair Style : Hair Care : Dark Hair

If you have decided to have a trendy look then your journey must begin with an hair color ! A sassy new hair color changes the way you look at yourself. There are many ways to color your hair. Red hair color is the craze for women even though it is not that common a naturally occurring color in that population.

The hair color should look as natural as possible.Good hair colors can add shine, drama and fun to your hair style.

Before coloring your hair you must need to have a complete knowledge about hair color.Spending quality time in knowing about hair color will help you a lot in future .Black hair has a lot of Melanin and white hair has none. Remember, if your hair is in damaged condition before hair coloring, it may become worse afterward.

You can create a change in your hair by applying Semi-permanent color on your hair its an easy way to create a change and is mild on your hair. The work of Semi-permanent color is to darken the hair and it will only cover gray hair temporarily. It is most gentle on your hair, and less risky. One added benefit: monthly maintenance with touch up is not needed.

Permanent hair color breaks down the hair cuticle.Unlike semi-permanent color, permanent hair color can be used to lighten your hair.Permanent color for hair is more effective for covering gray hair as it is not done by semi permanent one. As time passes your hair color will become fade, it can’t be washed out or removed to return to your natural shade.One disadvantage of Permanent hair color is it usually damages the hair, and long-term use can result in permanent, irreversible harm to your hair.

Hair highlights :

You may use any of the above method to highlight your hair. You can apply lighter,or brighter shades on your hair overall or just create a few highlights in specific areas.Hair highlights involves darker shades. Hair highlights are more demanded by the College going crowd.The only thing you need to do is, visit a talented hair colorist he/she can apply two or three different natural looking highlights and lowlights into your hair, which will give a beautiful effect into your hair. Here are few suggestions for selecting a best hair color for your skin tone:

* Dark/olive skin: Stay with darker hair colors.
* Yellow skin: Dark, rich colors like deep auburn.
* Pale skin: Almost any color.
* Pink skin: Neutral tones like sandy or beige blonde or chocolate brown are best. Avoid reds or golden tones.

Pros

1. Dark hair looks silky, soft and shiny.Its very easy to maintain Dark hair

2. Making your hair color is a chemical process, there is less damage with darker shades because there is no bleaching. If you want to give more of a conditioning effect, then always a better option will be a semi permanent one as it is not harsh on the hair and scalp, making the color less harmful.

3. If you want to apply a darker shade then its not that tough job,spending 4 to 5 hours in a salon may help you out.

Cons

1. Its so easy to apply a darker shade in your hair but taking it out is not that easy.

2. Freshness of your hair may come down if you go for a darker shade, and if you want to maintain the quality of your hair then you need some guidance from your hairdresser.

3. If you choose the right shade to suit your complexion its not that it will always go your way. For e.g if you have choosen black color for your hair but you are not fair enough, there are chances that you may not look good.

4.Not always dark shade will help you out in looking good.

After having a glance on the pros and cons dark hair is fun, effective and a great change. But if you’re still not convinced, try a semi permanent hair color first, so that you can imagine yourself as to how you will look in that dark shade.