The use of any dye, whether synthetic or natural (made from vegetables, fruits, or plants), has the potential to cause some level of harm to your scalp. In contrast, the health of your scalp can easily be impacted by artificial hair dyes, which may contain ingredients like coal tar, formaldehyde, scent, parabens, and ammonia. On the other hand, because botanical ingredients are not well-regulated and might be overwhelming for some, natural hair colour can overly sensitize your scalp.
You’re currently in a really awkward situation. Your priceless locks have been harmed.
Whether the damage was caused by heat, hair colour, or even mechanical damage, your hair is now in a brittle state that makes it challenging to both style and colour! Many will suggest that people with damaged hair stay as far away from colour as possible.
They have no idea that, based on the state of your hair, you could be able to pull off a gorgeous new colour while also enhancing the health of your hair!
But don’t panic, we have some great advice on how to keep your scalp healthy while dying your hair at home. To discover what they are, scroll down.
1. Always run a patch test before deploying.
In semi-permanent and permanent hair dyes, chemicals like para-phenylenediamine (PPD) can induce allergic responses on the scalp. Before dying your hair, always perform a patch test a few days in advance. Do this each time you dye your hair because the season and your lifestyle can have an impact on how your mane behaves.
2. Oil massage to relieve dryness
Before dying your hair, squeeze in a brief hot-oil treatment if your scalp is feeling particularly dry. Your scalp will benefit greatly from using coconut, jojoba, or argan oil to hydrate and protect it against chemical deterioration. To prevent dehydrating your scalp excessively, use moderate shampoo when washing.
3. Wear a head covering.
Applying oil-based scalp creams throughout the exposed in-between areas and along the hairline is a wise investment. They can be used for root touch-ups and permanent dyeing, especially if you bleach them first. On your scalp, they create a barrier that helps prevent the stinging sensation.
4. Use a sulfate-free soap to wash your hands.
Run your hair under plain, cold water until it flows clean before rinsing out the hair colour. Continue washing and conditioning with a product that reverses damage and is sulfate-free. Don’t submit your hair to overly drying sulphates after 30 to 45 minutes of having several chemicals rest on it!
5. Put a temporary stop to heat styling.
For a while, refrain from using heat styling, especially after washing your hair after a significant colour change. It is recommended to let your hair air dry for a few weeks after getting it dyed because the heat from straighteners and blow dryers might hurt your scalp, which is already dry and sensitive.
Additional precautions against colour-damaged hair:
Hot Oil Therapy
Hot oil therapy is a fantastic DIY home cure. Select an oil with a lot of protein.
In a small pyrex glass bowl, I advise combining two parts of coconut oil with one part of olive oil. Set the Pyrex bowl in the boiling water after bringing about 3 cups of water to a boil in a small pot. The oil will dissolve due to the water’s heat.
To avoid burns, you should carefully examine the temperature when the oil has completely melted. Concentrating on the ends of your hair, apply the oil there. After letting the oil soak for two minutes, rinse your hair with a protein-rich shampoo and condition it.
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