How do you prevent your hair from getting damaged while dyeing it?
Dyeing your hair without damage, fortunately you have a lot of control over preventing damage by choosing the right hair care products and hair dye. While changing your hair colour is a great way to update your look or cover gray hair, dyeing can also damage your hair. In this blog, we will tell you what you can do to minimize damage from dyeing your hair.
What you can do before dyeing your hair
Before you start dyeing your hair, it’s important to prepare it well. Proper preparation helps minimize damage to your hair. You can best prepare your hair by improving its condition beforehand, nourishing it, and avoiding the use of styling tools for a while.
Nourishing your hair
One of the most important preparations for dyeing your hair is ensuring that your hair is in good condition beforehand. Damaged hair absorbs colour differently and is more prone to breakage. For example, the colour is more likely to turn out darker on dry or damaged hair. Ideally, you want the colour to be right the first time, so you don’t have to re-treat or re-dye your hair, which would further stress your hair.
You can take care of your hair with a good shampoo and conditioner specifically designed for coloured hair. These products are very gentle and contain nourishing ingredients that strengthen your hair.
Additionally, you can use a mask like WECOLOUR's Colour Mask. This helps to ensure your hair is in better condition and hydrated before dyeing.
Give styling tools a break
It's also advisable to give your hair a break from styling tools before dyeing it. Avoid using styling tools like blow dryers, straighteners, or curling irons, as these can damage and weaken your hair. This can cause your hair cuticles to open up too much, which can result in the colour turning out darker than intended.
Avoid harsh styling products
Let your hair air dry and avoid using harsh hair products like strong hairsprays or gels. This helps ensure your hair is in optimal condition before dyeing, reducing the risk of damage.
You can read more about which substances in hair products to avoid in the blog: Parabens.
If you notice that your hair is already damaged or if you dye your hair frequently, consider taking a break from dyeing. Give your hair time to recover and use nourishing products in the meantime to improve your hair's health.
Choosing healthy hair dye
Firstly, start by choosing a hair dye that is less damaging, such as WECOLOUR hair dye. WECOLOUR hair dye is as pure as possible and free from ammonia, PPD, parabens, and resorcinol. Therefore, it is much gentler on your hair. Additionally, it has a mild scent, preventing irritation to your eyes and lungs. You'll notice the difference immediately in your hair. Because the dye keeps your hair healthy, the colour also stays beautiful in your hair for longer.
Perform an allergy test
It's always wise to perform an allergy test before actually dyeing your hair. Apply a small amount of dye mixed with the activator to your skin and wait for 72 hours to see if you have an allergic reaction. This helps prevent unpleasant surprises during or after dyeing. You can request a tester of our hair dye to perform an allergy test, so if you do have an allergic reaction, you won't have purchased a full package for nothing.
Don't dye immediately after washing your hair
Preventing hair damage during the coloring process
In general, hair dye is not good for your hair, but there are plenty of ways to protect your hair from this. It is important to follow the instructions on the packaging carefully. Don't leave the dye on for too long, as this unnecessarily stresses your hair. However, also do not leave the dye on for a shorter time than indicated, as this can affect the colour adversely.
Colour Mask
WECOLOUR Colour Mask is designed to protect and nourish your hair during colouring. Its effectiveness has been scientifically proven. You mix Colour Mask with the dye, which not only protects your hair during colouring but also your scalp. You can also use the mask separately as a conditioning treatment between dyeing sessions to keep your hair healthy and help maintain its shine and softness.
Post-colouring care
It's important to take good care of your hair after dyeing it. Use a mild shampoo and conditioner specifically designed for coloured hair, such as WECOLOUR products. Dark Bamboo is another product that gently cleanses and cares for your hair with one product. These products are specially formulated to retain the colour in your hair for longer and to keep your hair healthy and hydrated. When your hair is coloured, always use a conditioner. It helps to close the hair cuticles, keeping your hair healthier and your colour looking vibrant for longer.
Regularly use a serum like WECOLOUR Argan Silk. This serum nourishes your hair and protects it from moisture and heat. Avoid using heat styling tools and limit sun exposure to prevent further damage to your hair. If you do use a straightener, protect your hair with a good heat-protection product.
Extra nourishment for your hair
In addition to using the right hair care products, there are various treatments you can consider to keep your hair healthy. A popular treatment is a keratin treatment. This treatment helps replenish the proteins in your hair, making it stronger and healthier. You can also make a natural keratin mask at home. You can read more about this in the blog "Making Natural Keratin Masks for Your Hair."
It's important to take good care of your hair, especially during the dyeing process. By taking the right precautions, you can dye your hair without causing damage and keep it healthy. Do you have questions? You can always reach us via app, chat, email, or phone. A video call with personalized tips on how to prevent hair damage is also possible!
