A hair dye kit.
Turning gray hair blonde can be easier than going from a darker color to blonde, but it also comes with some unique challenges. Gray hair lacks pigment, so it is usually not necessary to process the hair twice before going blonde to cover the existing color. However, the cuticles of gray hair are much more difficult to penetrate than hair that still has its natural pigment, so achieving full coverage and long-lasting color is sometimes more difficult. As with any hair coloring process, when turning grays blonde it is important to start with healthy hair and take steps to protect hair as much as possible from chemical damage.
When dyeing or bleaching hair, it is recommended to wear gloves to protect your hands from chemicals and stains.
People who dye their hair blonde often have to “double process” their hair, which means they must first remove the current color before dyeing their hair to the desired shade. However, since you are dyeing gray hair blonde, you can skip this step because gray hair is essentially colorless. There is no pigment that needs to be replaced for the true blonde to appear.
A root touch-up brush, which looks like a mascara wand, can be used to apply hair dye to specific areas, such as the roots.
Despite the lack of pigment, gray hair can be quite difficult to color because it is much rougher and harder to penetrate. Before dyeing, it is generally recommended to treat the hair with a 20% peroxide solution. This lifts the cuticle and prepares the hair to easily accept the dye.
To dye gray hair blonde at home, look for a product that is formulated specifically for gray hair, as it will take into account the specific needs of gray hair. You will need to section your hair during application to ensure full coverage, and exceptionally long or thick hair may require two color kits for full saturation. Always follow the instructions carefully, but keep in mind that since gray hair is resistant to hair dyes, you may need to leave the coloring agent on a little longer than directed if you’re not using a product designed specifically for gray hair. .
A product must be formulated specifically for gray hair in order to dye it blonde at home.
Before you even begin the dyeing process, you need to evaluate your hair and make sure it’s suitable for dyeing. You may not have recently gone through a chemical process, such as a perm or chemical relaxation process, because these processes leave your hair weak and vulnerable. Gray and blonde hair tend to be quite dry, so be careful to condition it well and trim dead ends before dyeing. After dyeing your gray hair blonde, continue to condition regularly and try to avoid damaging processes like excessive heat styling. Washing your hair as infrequently as possible with a formula designed for color-treated hair will help keep your new blonde color true and vibrant.