For Colored Girls Only (Hair Coloring Support Thread)

LaChaBla said:
Can you explain this? I'm scheduled to get highlights this weekend, and now I'm considering all over color instead because I didn't think you could touch up highlights, plus I've got a lot of gray scattered throughout. I've Googled and can't find any info. So highlights can just be touched up at the root?
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I think it depends on the application placement and method. If it's bayalage or freehand it MIGHT be harder to touch up, but it's not to say it isn't possible-- it's all at the discretion of your stylist and what they feel they're capable of. Bayalage and freehand are supposed to grow out naturally with a sort of blurred appearance where it starts. Foils (what I have) is clearly applied in certain sections and areas; so if my stylist literally made a part where she initially applied them she could pick out the highlights easily. In regards to have gray scattered throughout, I don't think that should be a problem; chances are, your stylist may decide to keep your highlights in foils and apply a uniform base shade on all of the hair that's exposed.
 
I asked this in a different thread...might be more appropriate here...


What is the difference between a semi permanent and a demi permanent hair color? I thought these were interchangeable....no?
 
InBloom said:
I asked this in a different thread...might be more appropriate here...


What is the difference between a semi permanent and a demi permanent hair color? I thought these were interchangeable....no?
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Demi permanent color is longer lasting because you mix it with a low level developer (10%). In my experience demi permanent never completely fades, but semi permanent washes out after several washes.
 
I just did my Beyond the Zone Color Jamz rinse in Raspberry Kamikaze. Once the color is done processing I will rinse with cool water and do a quick dc with Kerastase Volumactive conditioner.
 
InBloom said:
I asked this in a different thread...might be more appropriate here...


What is the difference between a semi permanent and a demi permanent hair color? I thought these were interchangeable....no?
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What Prettymetty said but in addition, semi permanent is primarily coating the outer layer of the hair. Demi's tend to contain peroxide and penetrate the cuticle to some degree which is why they last a bit longer. They are closer to a permanent color than they are to semi permanent. They usually just have a smaller percentage of the chemical composition of a permanent color.
 
Don't think I've ever answered these questions! I LOVE color and experimentation, so here goes...

1. Form of color (semi, demi, permanent, etc)
ALL OF THEM :lol: Semi, Demi, Permanent, Bleach... I've tried it all and I've tried SO many different brands.

2. How often you color
Year round. I do darker colors once fall comes around, and lighten up mid Spring (usually around May or June like clockwork)

3. Your color regimen if any
I don't have a particular one. It depends on what state my hair is in at the moment. Before coloring, I always spray my hair with a protein spray to prep it for the service, and also help with its porosity. I have color safe products as well.

4. How long you have been coloring or your coloring history
Started dabbling with Semi's in Freshman year of highscool (2002). Started dabbling with permanent and highlights in Junior year of high school(2005).

5. Anything else you would like to share.
If anyone needs any recs or tips, I'd like to help IF possible (I'm definitely not a professional). I'm obsessed with hair color and have gone through ups and downs, and tried MANY different brands, so I know whats great, although personal experience my vary because everyone's hair is different. Demi's are my most common and favorite way to go, and if you EVER (though not recommended unless you have a GREAT idea of what you're going to do) decide to lighten at home with bleach, I know a great brand/product that helps to do so. Also, if lightening at home, OLAPLEX (remember the name!) will be your best friend, but it must be used as instructed to a T.
 
Taren guy has some great videos on how to safely color your hair blond. Even though she went to the salon, the stylist really does a good job in explaining the process. I follow a similar method and usually don't experience any damage.

I'm gonna try to upload the videos
 
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greenandchic said:
I'm surprised my semi-permement dye lasted as long as it has, even after touching up my hair (relaxer) a few weeks ago and shampooing incessantly with the sufate shampoos. I will probably redye next week.

Looks like Naptural85 dyed her bleached hair black - its looks great!

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I'm glad she did. That blonde mess did nothing for her. She looks wayyyy better with the jet black hair.
 
My red has already washed out. I will definitely do demi permanent next time. I might visit a Kerastase salon and let them color, dc and blowout my hair. It'll cost a pretty penny, but if it lasts I will be happy.
 
outspokenwallflower said:
Don't think I've ever answered these questions! I LOVE color and experimentation, so here goes...

1. Form of color (semi, demi, permanent, etc)
ALL OF THEM :lol: Semi, Demi, Permanent, Bleach... I've tried it all and I've tried SO many different brands.

2. How often you color
Year round. I do darker colors once fall comes around, and lighten up mid Spring (usually around May or June like clockwork)

3. Your color regimen if any
I don't have a particular one. It depends on what state my hair is in at the moment. Before coloring, I always spray my hair with a protein spray to prep it for the service, and also help with its porosity. I have color safe products as well.

4. How long you have been coloring or your coloring history
Started dabbling with Semi's in Freshman year of highscool (2002). Started dabbling with permanent and highlights in Junior year of high school(2005).

5. Anything else you would like to share.
If anyone needs any recs or tips, I'd like to help IF possible (I'm definitely not a professional). I'm obsessed with hair color and have gone through ups and downs, and tried MANY different brands, so I know whats great, although personal experience my vary because everyone's hair is different. Demi's are my most common and favorite way to go, and if you EVER (though not recommended unless you have a GREAT idea of what you're going to do) decide to lighten at home with bleach, I know a great brand/product that helps to do so. Also, if lightening at home, OLAPLEX (remember the name!) will be your best friend, but it must be used as instructed to a T.
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Have you tried the Loreal Hilites for darker hair? I think I'm going to try that out so I won't have to do any correcting. I want to do ash blonde. My hair usually turns orange, then I have to get some type of neutral tone, and add a product that takes out brassiness.
Prettymetty said:
Try auburn, chestnut or something Spring/Summery.
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I want something a little more funky!
 
shortdub78 said:
Have you tried the Loreal Hilites for darker hair? I think I'm going to try that out so I won't have to do any correcting. I want to do ash blonde. My hair usually turns orange, then I have to get some type of neutral tone, and add a product that takes out brassiness.

I want something a little more funky!
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Hi! I have tried those, but I've never tried the blonde shades, so I cant say how it'll turn out for you. Hopefully it'll come out neutral-- You're definitely on the right track with your plan and products! When you've gotten orange in the past, have you left it on long enough? Sometimes hair does have issues lifting to a certain point, depending on products used, how they're used, and history of hair (whether it's been colored before or not). A lot of the times, people get to orange because the bleach hasn't been left on long enough (I've been guilty of washing it out too soon out of damage fear), but after that orange stage, there is a yellow stage that is ideal for toning (or not depending on what you're aiming for) and is easiest to work with to get the true shade you're after. If you are looking for a light brown shade, orange is okay, because it can be toned to that shade anyway. What shade exactly are you aiming for? Brown, blonde, etc?
 
just lurking..... going back to color when I take out these braids in 2 1/2 months ( re braiding one month ). used henna for a year but I think it messed up my hair pattern
 
MzRhonda said:
@faithVA and @lulu97

Tell me more about SM hair color.......how long does it last etc etc.

TIA
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SM hair color is a permanent color. So it last forever or until you cut it out.

I have tried quite a few hair colors but I like the way my hair feels after the SM and I also like the rich tone of the color. It is more expensive than the majority of colors though.
 
1. Form of color (semi, demi, permanent, etc)=Permanent
2. How often you color= Seasonally. Just dyed my hair last night 5/19
3. Your color regimen if any=None. It fades eventually and I do nothing to "keep" it.
4. How long you have been coloring or your coloring history= Does "Sun In" count?? LOL I've been coloring my hair (not consistently) since I was about 15 yrs old. So 'bout 25 yrs.
5. Anything else you would like to share.= I just colored my hair last night. It's too dark but I take comfort in the fact that it will fade and i'll try again to get as close to my natural shade in the Fall.
 
outspokenwallflower said:
Hi! I have tried those, but I've never tried the blonde shades, so I cant say how it'll turn out for you. Hopefully it'll come out neutral-- You're definitely on the right track with your plan and products! When you've gotten orange in the past, have you left it on long enough? Sometimes hair does have issues lifting to a certain point, depending on products used, how they're used, and history of hair (whether it's been colored before or not). A lot of the times, people get to orange because the bleach hasn't been left on long enough (I've been guilty of washing it out too soon out of damage fear), but after that orange stage, there is a yellow stage that is ideal for toning (or not depending on what you're aiming for) and is easiest to work with to get the true shade you're after. If you are looking for a light brown shade, orange is okay, because it can be toned to that shade anyway. What shade exactly are you aiming for? Brown, blonde, etc?
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I bleached last night and it's yellow now. I want a nice dark blonde color, like caramel, or a wheat color.image.jpgimage.jpg
 
^^Is that you in the 2nd row of pictures? Or is that just the color you want?

I liked my hair bleached but my roots grew out too quickly and I wasn't a fan of that look :ohwell:
 
shortdub78 said:
I bleached last night and it's yellow now. I want a nice dark blonde color, like caramel, or a wheat color.View attachment 327027View attachment 327028
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Great! Tone it with violet for a 'wheat' blonde, a neutral base (mix of violet and blue) and that will give a nice, slightly darker blonde that isn't too warm. If you're aiming more towards caramel, a mixture of a neutral base and neutral brown base (equal ratio) should help you achieve that.
 
I got highlights a few weeks ago. I don't like them. They're really boring.

I think that I really just want all over color. I'm a 2, and I want to do a light brown, like a 4 or 5. How long do you think I should wait before I re-color? I don't have a lot of highlights. I only got 9 foils.
 
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