Why You Should Color Your Hair Blonde
Blonde hair has historically been associated with innocence and youth, traits that symbolize an adventurous, carefree spirit. This correlation is most likely due to so many people starting out life with golden locks that naturally darken with age. Perhaps this explains the common desire to try out blonde hair colors as adults. Dyeing your hair blonde can totally transform your look, as anyone who has done a total makeover or gone undercover knows. And we all need a change now and then, even natural blondes looking for an upgrade or a refresh.
Blonde Hair Color Levels: How to Pick Your Shade
For the vast majority of us, blonde hair colors are 2 or 3 levels lighter than our natural hair. On a scale where black is 1 and very light blonde is 10, determine how far your starting hair color is from the blonde hair color you want to achieve. If the gap is more than 4 levels, you’ll probably have to bleach your hair before applying blonde hair color. You can also lighten a medium brown base up to 7 levels with Nutrisse Ultra Color Platinum PL1 or PL2. Olia blonde hair dye can also lift up to 3 levels.
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Maintaining Your Blonde
- Use products formulated for bleach blonde hair like the Garnier Hair Filler Color Repair System.
- Tone bleached hair and neutralize brassiness with purple shampoo.
- Steer clear of the heat from hot water, direct sunlight, and styling wands.
- If styling with heat, shield bleached hair by applying a heat protector like the Flat Iron Perfector.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What level blonde hair color is best for your skin tone?
- What blonde hair shade is best?
- What is the most popular blonde hair color?
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Tips for Bleaching Your Hair Blonde At Home
- Don’t be a rebel: Before you color, read all the instructions in the box and always perform the 48-hour allergy test.
- Get the deets: For best results, read up on how to bleach your hair at home so you’re properly prepped for your dyeing session.
- Be patient: Bleach takes a while to reach peak blonde, so respect the times indicated and wait until your hair is dry to see the actual color.
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