DYE FOR NATURAL HAIR: TO DO OR NOT?

Natural hair, also known as virgin hair refers to hair that has never been relaxed or had its curl pattern altered by any harsh chemicals.

Hair types can be categorized into four:

• Type 1: straight
• Type 2: wavy
• Type 3: Curly
• Type 4: Coily

There are many things you can do to your natural hair that are acceptable but the rumors are true, dying your hair can damage your hair texture.

This damage won’t happen all at once, it usually takes repeated exposure to intense damage for the results to be drastic.

Dying your hair is tricky as it does not stick to your hair forever so you have to constantly recolor it to your taste. The good news is, there are measures that can be taken to prevent severe damage to your hair before, during and after the coloring process.

DO NOT SHAMPOO BEFORE YOU START:

This is the only time dirty hair is acceptable. The natural oils on your scalp act as a buffer between your scalp and the chemicals in the dye.

DEEP-CONDITION:

Deep conditioning will help restore your hair’s structure so you do want to invest in a high quality deep conditioner.

USE THE RIGHT SHAMPOO:

Sulfate-based shampoos will dry up your hair, fade the color and reduce overall brilliance. Opt for sulfate free shampoos or shampoos specifically for color-treated hair as they offer a lightweight layer of protect that will prevent your color from fading out.

GIVE YOUR HAIR A BREAK:

Protective styles liked box braids, cornrows or locs can give your hair a well deserved rest after intense dyeing. You can learn to take a break from dying your hair every few months to avoid over-processing as well.

Article credit : Cocci Beauty