There are many reasons women use hair dyes. Whether to cover up graying hair, accent their look, or change their appearance all together. For whatever reasons these cosmetic products can cause varying degrees of harm to their eyes, skin and hair. Nearly all women at one time or another have dyed their hair, usually at home. For those who have their hair dyed at a professional salon the chances of issues are less since the person has training and knows what products to avoid. However if you'd like to save money by doing the dying yourself here are some things too look for.
LIST OF POSSIBLE REACTIONS
- Swelling of the skin
- Burning around the eyes
- Visible skin redness
- Varying degrees of hair loss
- Abnormal levels of itching
USING HAIR DYES SAFELY
All too often we skip reading the warnings on packaging, hair dyes are no different. One method of testing for possibly reactions is to do a patch test. This entails putting a small drop of the dye on the inside of your elbow. Generally it's good to wait at least a day or two to see if any sort of rash develops. Obviously if a rash does develop return the product for a refund if possible and ask a sales associate for advice. When you do find a suitable product it's time for application. Once the dye is in your hair don't leave it in for longer then recommended as it will adversely affect the results you expect. Wash your hair and scalp vigorously afterwards so remove any possible residue. Always wear some sort of gloves during application. Some dye kits should come with plastic gloves included.
Mixing dyes can be vary dangerous as it can cause sever hair loss and damage the skin. Only dye your hair occasionally, repeated use can also damage your scalps hair and skin over time. Should you start to see hair loss or rashes contact your doctor or dermatalogist immediately. Any adverse reactions during the dying process should lead to immediately removing the product immediately.
Another useful thing to do is test your hair strength before dying. This can give you an indication of whether your hair is healthy enough to be chemically treated. Over time perming and coloring damage hair to such an extent where it becomes brittle or can even start to fall out. To test your hair take out a single strand from both sides of your scalp. Pull on both ends of the strand and see if it breaks easily. Should it break easily it is not advisable to dye your hair. Also look for excessive split ends and if too many are seen begin getting more regular trims.
WARNINGS IF YOUR EXPECTING
Studies have shown that the chemicals in hair dyes can have adverse issues with unborn children. It is usually recommended that you do not dye your hair while pregnant.
CONCLUSION
Hair dying can be a fun way to change your look, however if you aren't careful your hair can be damaged. Please talk to a professional stylist if you have more questions.
LIST OF POSSIBLE REACTIONS
- Swelling of the skin
- Burning around the eyes
- Visible skin redness
- Varying degrees of hair loss
- Abnormal levels of itching
USING HAIR DYES SAFELY
All too often we skip reading the warnings on packaging, hair dyes are no different. One method of testing for possibly reactions is to do a patch test. This entails putting a small drop of the dye on the inside of your elbow. Generally it's good to wait at least a day or two to see if any sort of rash develops. Obviously if a rash does develop return the product for a refund if possible and ask a sales associate for advice. When you do find a suitable product it's time for application. Once the dye is in your hair don't leave it in for longer then recommended as it will adversely affect the results you expect. Wash your hair and scalp vigorously afterwards so remove any possible residue. Always wear some sort of gloves during application. Some dye kits should come with plastic gloves included.
Mixing dyes can be vary dangerous as it can cause sever hair loss and damage the skin. Only dye your hair occasionally, repeated use can also damage your scalps hair and skin over time. Should you start to see hair loss or rashes contact your doctor or dermatalogist immediately. Any adverse reactions during the dying process should lead to immediately removing the product immediately.
Another useful thing to do is test your hair strength before dying. This can give you an indication of whether your hair is healthy enough to be chemically treated. Over time perming and coloring damage hair to such an extent where it becomes brittle or can even start to fall out. To test your hair take out a single strand from both sides of your scalp. Pull on both ends of the strand and see if it breaks easily. Should it break easily it is not advisable to dye your hair. Also look for excessive split ends and if too many are seen begin getting more regular trims.
WARNINGS IF YOUR EXPECTING
Studies have shown that the chemicals in hair dyes can have adverse issues with unborn children. It is usually recommended that you do not dye your hair while pregnant.
CONCLUSION
Hair dying can be a fun way to change your look, however if you aren't careful your hair can be damaged. Please talk to a professional stylist if you have more questions.
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