Okay, so I decided to dye my hair at home. You know, save some cash and all that. But then I hit a snag – should I wash my hair before I dye it? I mean, it’s kinda greasy, but I heard somewhere that some oils can help protect your scalp.
So I did what any normal person would do – I started digging around. I read a bunch of stuff, and honestly, it was a mixed bag. Some folks were all like, “Yeah, wash it the day before,” while others were saying, “Nah, leave it dirty for a few days.” I was so confused!
I decided to go with a middle ground. I had washed my hair two days before the dye job. It wasn’t super greasy, but it wasn’t squeaky clean either. I figured it was a good compromise. Plus, I read that having some natural oils can help the dye adhere better. Don’t know if that’s true, but it made sense in my head.
Getting Down to Business
I laid out all my supplies: the dye, the developer, gloves, an old towel, and that plastic bowl and brush thingy. I mixed the dye according to the instructions on the box, then i did not wash my hair before dye, so just sectioned it off with some clips. I started applying the dye to my roots, just like the box said. I’m not gonna lie, it was kinda messy. I got some on my forehead and ears, but I wiped it off right away.
Once my roots were covered, I worked the dye through the rest of my hair. I made sure every strand was coated. Then, I piled my hair on top of my head and clipped it up. I set a timer for the amount of time the box recommended. While I waited, I cleaned up the mess I made. Thank goodness for those old towels, right?
The Moment of Truth
When the timer went off, I hopped in the shower and rinsed out the dye. I used the conditioner that came in the box. It always smells so good! I towel-dried my hair and then blow-dried it. Drumroll, please… it turned out pretty good! The color was even, and my hair didn’t feel like straw. Success!
So, what did I learn from this little experiment? Well, I think not washing my hair immediately before dyeing it worked out fine for me. My hair was not too dirty, my hair color is great now. Maybe those natural oils did help a bit. Who knows? But hey, it worked, and that’s all that matters. Next time, I’ll probably do the same thing. Why mess with a good thing, right?
Here are some quick tips based on my experience:
- Don’t wash your hair right before dyeing it. A day or two before is probably okay.
- Use old towels and wear old clothes. Dyeing your hair can get messy.
- Follow the instructions on the box. They’re there for a reason.
- Have fun with it! Dyeing your hair at home can be a fun and rewarding experience.
That’s it for my hair-dyeing adventure. Hope this was helpful! If you have any questions, just drop them in the comments. Peace out!
