How to bleach your hair correctly

Yes, there is no sun at all. Since the New Year, the wig has been standing on the window, lightened only half a tone. (

Nefer-Ra, have you tried wearing a wig to a solarium? How does Kanekalon feel about this? I would like to hear more about this method.

You know, if a wig, standing on a window, still becomes lighter, then I strongly doubt that this is the influence of ultraviolet radiation, because ordinary window glass does not transmit ultraviolet radiation. It is unlikely that Vash Zwingli has quartz laboratory glass in its windows.

And you can see the reaction of synthetics to bleach - cut a small strand somewhere on the back of the head and stuff it into the expected concentration of bleach.

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Today you won’t surprise anyone with a wig or hair clipped in; women use them to quickly change their appearance without making much effort. But even here, not everything is so smooth: the purchased wig gets boring, and the thought comes to mind... To dye it. This task is doable, but you need to consider what material the wig is made of. If it is made from natural hair, then there will be no problems with coloring. Women wonder whether it is possible to dye artificial hair, and for good reason. Because you can paint them, but it depends on what.

A master dyes hair in a salon and seals it in foil.

How to dye artificial hair

If you have a synthetic wig, ditch the idea of dyeing it with natural curl dye. Because a wig, although it is hair, is artificial: the dye will burn the thin synthetic line, the strands will fall out, and the wig will become unusable. Artificial curls require not only delicate coloring, but also careful care. You need to wash them with shampoo in cool or warm water. The direction of the jet is from top to bottom.

A special paint is used to color artificial strands.

After this, leave the wig in a container with cool water and styling mousse for half an hour. After the time has passed, take out the curls, gently pat them dry with a towel and leave to dry for a day. Place the wig on a special stand so that the strands dry evenly and have a neat appearance.

But how to dye a synthetic hair wig? There are several ways:

Using a marker or felt-tip pen.
Using ink.
Using batik.
Using acrylic paints.

Can I color it with a marker?

How to color artificial hair using a marker?

Some women choose very extravagant colors

To do this, you will need a high-quality marker of a suitable tone. If your hair is long, it is better to take two or three. Take out the rod and cut the film. You will get a sponge with a coloring composition.

Important! Don't forget to wear gloves before starting the procedure if you don't want the color of your hands to match the color of your wig.

Pour alcohol into a ceramic plate (note that after use it will become unsuitable for eating) and, moistening the sponge from the marker in it, run it through the curls.

The black color of the wig at the crown turns into acid red towards the ends

After completing the procedure, leave the strands until completely dry, and then comb them carefully. Strands dyed with a marker retain their color for a long time, the shade is bright and evenly colored.

Important! Do not blow-dry unnatural curls - they will be damaged.

Painting with ink at home

If you need a dark shade, black, blue or purple, use ink. The disadvantage of this coloring, in addition to the laboriousness of the process, is that the color is unstable. And the curls will stain everything they touch. Therefore, this method is best used only in exceptional cases.

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Hair extensions and hair clips

Separately, it is worth mentioning the question of whether it is possible to dye artificial hair on clips and hair extensions. In the first case, the answer is yes, you can. Follow the above recommendations.

And it is no longer possible to re-dye the extended artificial curls, since dyes for natural hair are not suitable for them, and the methods used for dyeing non-natural strands are not suitable for natural curls. Therefore, you will have to come to terms with the existing color.

September 6, 2018
Fashion trends
Yulia Abdulbarova

Hairpieces, wigs, and extensions with clips can radically change your appearance. Some people buy such products with artificial hair in natural shades, others buy unusual, unnatural, acidic colors. But sooner or later, the thirst for change forces you to pay attention to the wig. Why not repaint it? This is where the main difficulty lies: common hair products can ruin a hairpiece. After all, such products are very sensitive to chemical influences. What to do? How to dye artificial hair efficiently and harmlessly? We'll talk about this further.

Discoloration of strands on the head

Quite often, beauty salons do not know how to properly dye hair or dilute the mixture to the required consistency, and do not know how to calculate proportions.

The result of such oversights is recorded in the photo - a red-haired girl instead of a spectacular blonde, after which the client’s reviews of the salon were extremely negative. But don't be upset.

As a rule, it is difficult to achieve the desired effect on the first try, so several bleaching procedures are performed.

In this situation, experts advise using the effective Blondoran powder:

the product is strong, so painting is carried out seven days after bleaching;
the powder is applied maintaining a distance of 5 millimeters from the roots;
In order not to burn your head, you must strictly follow the soaking time specified in the instructions for the drug.

Unlike hydroperite, bleaching powder is suitable for naturally dark and light hair.

The dye will make your hair a couple of shades lighter without much damage to your health.

A great way to lighten hair without chemicals is honey. To do this, mix a spoonful of salt and shampoo, wash your hair with the resulting solution, then apply preheated flower honey to damp hair.

It is important to thoroughly rinse off the composition ten hours after application. Constant use of the mixture will allow you to achieve results much faster.

Bleaching with chamomile will cost less for those with blond hair. The harmless and mild effect of chamomile infusion allows its use even during pregnancy, and will also be useful for those who suffer from allergies to hydroperite or hydrogen peroxide.

In addition, the chamomile solution does not cause irritation, but rather softens and soothes the skin.

The paint is prepared in a container of 400 - 500 ml. Pour hot water into it and add five tablespoons of medicinal chamomile flowers.

The solution is infused for 4-5 hours, after which it is necessary to wipe the skin several times a day in those places where it is necessary to bleach the hair.

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This procedure requires daily use, and you can see its result in the photo below.

Features of kanekalon products

Artificial curls made from vinyl, kanekalon, polyamide and acrylic have their own individual characteristics. They are easily electrified, split and deformed, and have a peculiar shine. So is it possible to dye artificial hair?

This cannot be done with dyes intended for natural hair. You will ensure that artificial curls partially fall out from such exposure. As a result, the wig or hairpiece will thin out and look very unpresentable.

Kanekalon is the most successful candidate for coloring here. Such artificial hair is durable, light, hygienic and strikingly similar to natural hair. But they have one drawback - they are practically unable to retain the coloring pigment inside themselves. However, professionals highlight several products that can provide fairly high-quality toning.

Suitable dyes

Let's start with the fact that our task is not only how to dye artificial hair, but also what can be used to do this. It is important to know which dyes are suitable for Kanekalon hair:

Powdered aniline dyes for synthetic materials paired with the same, but only liquid products intended for batik. Products are considered popular. They can give a natural beautiful color to a wig.
Markers of the desired shade. Remember that a red composition, for example, on red hair will not give a similar tone. Combinations of “initial-final color” when using various dyes are described below. You can test this or that marker yourself on an inconspicuous curl. The difficulty lies in the coloring itself: you need to carefully work out each strand inside and out, then dry and thoroughly comb the artificial hair. This method is completely safe for them. However, due to the long and painstaking work, it is better to leave it for highlights or for small hairpieces.
Powder or liquid paint intended for fur, foam rubber, plastic or synthetic fabrics. Here you can use mixing tones to create an exclusive wig color. Both harmless cold and risky hot dyeing techniques are available.

Hair care after bleaching

After bleaching and subsequent dyeing, hair, as a rule, deteriorates greatly. This is especially true when using low-quality chemical compounds.

To quickly restore hair health, you need to wash it exclusively with mild shampoos intended for daily use. After each wash, be sure to apply conditioner to your hair.

Damaged hair should be dried naturally if possible. The hairdryer can be used very rarely. It is advisable to apply nourishing and restorative masks to your hair 1-2 times a week.

Coloring with marker

If you want to dye your synthetic hair chignon using this method, please pay attention to the instructions below:

Choose a marker of a suitable tone. If the wig is with long hair, it is better to buy two or three in advance.
Open the marker carefully to avoid damaging the refill. The latter is taken out and cut lengthwise into equal halves.
You now have two paint sponges in front of you. You only need to work with them with gloves - the markers are very caustic and difficult to wipe off the skin.
Take a ceramic or glass container and pour a small amount of alcohol into it.
Place the wig on plastic wrap so that it is convenient for you to color the artificial hair.
The work here is simple: periodically dip the sponge from the marker stick into alcohol and run it through the strands until they become a uniform, uniform shade.
After the coloring procedure, be sure to dry the wig. Do not use a hairdryer for this, so as not to damage the product.
Only then can it be combed.

This method of dyeing gives rich and vibrant colors to artificial hair. Moreover, the intense shade lasts for a very long time.

What folk remedies will help lighten hair?

We will tell you about the most popular methods of lightening hair using natural means. Each of the components acts in its own way; during its application you need to know many secrets and subtleties. You need to choose a lightening product carefully, taking into account your hair type.

Chamomile

This is one of the most effective ways to lighten hair. After chamomile, the strands become not just light, but also incredibly smooth and shiny. In addition, chamomile helps get rid of itching and dandruff - it perfectly disinfects and soothes the scalp.

To prepare the decoction, we need five tablespoons of chamomile inflorescences and a liter of boiling water. Chamomile can be either dried or fresh. By the way, fresh chamomile flowers lighten much better. Pour boiling water over the flowers and cover the tightly closed jar with a towel to give the decoction enough time to brew. After a couple of hours, when the broth has cooled a little, it needs to be strained.

Chamomile decoction is very useful to rinse your hair after each shampoo. This will maintain your curl tone and lighten it a little more each time. If you want to get visible results after the first use, proceed as follows. You need to prepare a very concentrated decoction - about five tablespoons of inflorescences per glass of boiling water. When the decoction is ready, moisten your hair with it so that there is no dry and untreated area left. After this, wrap your head in film and under a towel. In heat the reaction occurs much faster. You can remove the mask no earlier than after 3 hours. After this procedure, your hair will lighten - this will be noticeable not only to you.

There is an even more powerful and effective way to lighten hair using chamomile. To do this you need to use additional components. Mix three tablespoons of dry chamomile with a tablespoon of black tea and a teaspoon of colorless henna. Pour two cups of boiling water over everything and simmer over low heat for about 20 minutes. Then you need to add 100 ml of vodka to the broth, close the lid tightly and leave in a cool place for three days. Shake the tincture periodically so that the maximum amount of beneficial elements is released into the liquid. After three days, the composition is filtered, the liquid is heated and applied to dry hair. Keep the mask on for at least an hour, then rinse with warm water.

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Lemon

This is another safe component for changing hair color. There are two ways to use lemon - mask or rinse. If you decide to change gradually, you need to rinse your hair with lemon water every time after washing your hair. It’s not difficult to prepare, just dissolve the juice of one lemon in a liter of boiled or filtered water. After lemon rinse, you should not rinse your hair with water - just pat it dry with a towel. You will not only lighten your strands, but also give them a subtle citrus aroma.

To prepare a lemon mask you will need several lemons. You need to squeeze the juice out of them and mix it in equal proportions with water. Using a sponge, apply the lemon mixture to your hair. First you need to treat the roots, not leaving a single centimeter of the scalp unattended. Then the mask is distributed over the entire length, and finally the ends are moistened in lemon. If the ends are dry, you need to reduce the concentration of lemon - add a little more water to the composition. This is a good mask for oily hair. After it, the strands stop gathering into icicles, do not become shiny, and remain crumbly and clean longer.

To enhance the effect of the lemon mask, after applying it you need to go out into the sun. Direct ultraviolet rays will accelerate the acid reaction and after this procedure the hair will become at least one tone lighter. But in order for the strands to lighten evenly, do not collect them in a bun.

Glycerol

If lemon is more suitable for oily hair, then glycerin is a friend to dry and weak curls. With this cheap pharmaceutical product you can breathe life into sparse and thin strands. But for maximum effect, glycerin must be mixed with chamomile decoction. For half a glass of strong chamomile infusion you will need four tablespoons of warm glycerin. Mix the ingredients and apply them to your hair. Then wrap your head with film and a towel. The mask should be kept on for about an hour and a half, after which the hair should be washed twice with shampoo so that no greasy shine remains after the glycerin.

Cinnamon and honey

This is a popular and very effective combination for lightening hair. For this recipe you need to take ground cinnamon and fresh natural honey in liquid form. Mix two tablespoons of cinnamon with three tablespoons of honey and the same amount of hair conditioner. Apply the resulting mixture to your hair and leave overnight. Be careful - the mask should be distributed only along the length of the hair, avoid getting it on the scalp, cinnamon can be quite aggressive. In 10-12 hours, your hair will be so saturated with the mask that the next morning you will get significantly lightened and shiny strands. To do this, you only need to rinse and dry your hair.

There is another effective way to lighten hair using honey. Honey, like hydrogen peroxide, strips hair of dark pigment, but does it gently and safely. You can enhance this effect with baking soda. Two tablespoons of honey need to be steamed. Add a teaspoon of soda and a tablespoon of your usual shampoo to warm honey. Apply the mixture to your head - first the roots, then distribute along the entire length. The ends especially need to be treated with the composition - they are often the most in need of careful care. You need to keep the mask on for about two hours, and then rinse your hair with boiled water. This mask will not only help you lighten and make your hair healthier - it effectively fights dandruff.

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Color Chart

In order for dyeing artificial hair to please you with its results, it is important to choose the right dye. Here are some popular examples.

You are using red pigment. Here is the combination of “initial-final color”:

Brown - red-brown.
Ashy - brown.
Blonde is light red.

You settled on a blue color scheme. Here the transitions from the initial to the final shades will be as follows:

Red-Bordeaux.
Blonde-greenish.
Brown-haired, dark brown-haired.
Ash-dark blue or slightly mixed.

You are using yellow paint. You can expect the following reactions from exposure to this pigment.

Red-light red.
Brown-light brown.
Ashy-dirty yellow.

We continue to consider how to dye artificial hair. Let's move on to a new variety.

Dyeing nylon wigs

Suitable options here: iodine, potassium permanganate, methyl orange, fuchsin, phenolphthalein. All these substances contain a natural dye - metal.

Let's look at the features of their use:

Only powdered metal-containing products containing urzol are effective.
Be careful: iodine penetrates almost forever into the structure of the synthetic polymer. Depending on the intensity of the solution, you can get a color from golden to chestnut.
Potassium permanganate is a fairly strong oxidizing agent. It will give a red-brown tone to the wig. By the way, it is suitable not only for self-coloring. This is a great base for experimenting with darker shades. Do not dilute the coloring agent in metal or enamel containers (the latter can be ruined forever in this way)! Due to the reaction with the metal, the solution will become an unpredictable color. The most suitable ones are glass or ceramic containers.

Use of professional dyes

Perhaps you are interested in learning how to dye artificial hair at home? Professional products with 3% oxidizing agents are also suitable for nylon wigs. Products without ammonia are also suitable. A beautiful effect is obtained when stained with “Gamma” in bottles. But only if you follow the instructions provided by the manufacturer.

You can also use special batik paint. To obtain a high-quality and uniform color in this case, you need to perform several sequential steps:

Dilute three bottles of batik paint in 3 liters of water.
Soak the wig or hairpiece in the resulting solution for three days.
Then it is dried for a day.
After dyeing, the structure of artificial hair becomes tougher. Therefore, they are combed very carefully. Be prepared for dyed strands to tangle more often.

Quite relevant, especially for young girls, is the question of how to dye artificial hair on clips. You can contact a professional hairdressing store. Artificial hair dyes are often sold there. Of course, they are distinguished by their high cost, but the result of coloring is worth it.

Complete procedure at home

If you need to lighten all your hair using home methods or folk remedies, you can use a number of products that have a whitening effect without harming your hair.

Honey

Honey is a natural lightener that contains natural hydrogen peroxide. Its release occurs thanks to the iron contained in this sweet product. But the final effect will depend on the porosity of the curls and how well they absorb the bee product.

To obtain the mixture, mix coconut oil and honey in a 1:2 ratio. Then take one banana, grind it in a blender and add to the mixture. Wait 15 minutes for the peroxide to release, then apply to hair for 40 minutes. But how effective onion and honey are for hair and in what cases it should be used is described in this article.

Cinnamon

This is another natural hair lightener. It should not be used in its pure form, but according to the following recipe. Mix 60 g of cinnamon, 60 g of honey diluted with water in a ratio of 1:1, 100 ml of olive oil, 100 ml of conditioner and 40 ml of lemon juice. After applying the mask, warm your head and walk like this for an hour. But how to properly make a hair mask from cinnamon, honey and olive oil is described in detail here in the article.

Other products for wigs and hairpieces

Is it possible to dye a synthetic hair wig? We found out that yes. But you just have to choose a harmless dye. You can also refer to the following:

Tinting shampoos, hair tinting products. It is important that the product contains no more than 2% oxidizing agent. However, such products can only lighten artificial curls by several tones, and not radically change their color. By the way, tonics are also used by colorists after hair extension procedures. These products help to completely even out the shade of natural and artificial strands, making their combination as natural as possible.
High-quality and durable suede dye is also an excellent tool for color experiments with a wig.
Spray cans with acrylic paint. Their use is one of the professional secrets of doll makers. The wig is laid out on a newspaper, the curls are carefully dyed, spraying them with the composition from a spray can. Then the product must be left to dry for 3 hours.

Artificial hair can be dyed with high quality. However, for this it is worth choosing a suitable product for them. It is also important not to miscalculate its concentration and shade.

Advantages of home lightening

Do-it-yourself lightening with natural means has several advantages. Firstly, it does not damage the hair. Secondly, their structure becomes more dense due to the adhesion of the cuticle to the shaft. This makes the curls shiny and smooth.

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Safe natural methods of lightening do not give an instant dramatic result, like with paint, but they allow you to achieve the desired shade through regular use .