As I was getting ready to dye my hair blonde, I started to think about what would happen if the dye didn’t take. I had never put blonde dye on grey hair before, so I wasn’t sure what the end result would be. In this blog post, I’ll tell you what happened when I tried blonde dye on my grey hair and how it turned out.
What Is Hair Dye?
Hair dye is a product that is used to change the color of your hair. The dye works by penetrating the hair shaft and depositing color into the cortex of the hair.
Hair dyes come in two forms: temporary and permanent. Permanent hair dyes will change the color of your hair ‘permanently‘ until it grows out or you dye over it again. Temporary hair dyes will only last for a few washes before fading back to your natural color.
There are many different shades of hair dye available on the market, brands such as Loreal or Wella are quite well known. so you can choose whichever color you like best! Whether you want to go blonde, brunette, red, or even blue, there’s a shade of hair dye out there for you.
How Is Hair Dye Made?
Hair dye is made from a variety of chemicals. The most common ingredients in hair dye are:
- ammonia
- hydrogen peroxide
- dyes
Ammonia is used to open up the cuticle of the hair so that the color can penetrate the cortex.
Hydrogen peroxide is used to lighten the natural color of your hair. And finally, dyes are used to deposit color into your hair.
Different brands of hair dye will use different combinations of these ingredients to create their own unique shades. So, if you’re looking for a specific color, be sure to check the label on the hair dye before you buy it!
Be Careful
Some of us have allergic reactions to these chemicals, such as ammonia or hydrogen peroxide, so it’s important to do a patch test before using any hair dye even more-so at home.
To do a patch test, apply a small amount of the hair dye to a small area of skin on your arm or before your neck under you hair. Then, wait 48 hours to see if you have any reaction. If you don’t have any reaction, it should be safe for you to use the hair dye on your hair.
If you do have a reaction, wash the area with soap and water and rinse thoroughly. And of course, don’t use the hair dye!
There are hair dyes with no amonia or no hydrogen peroxide, these are much safer to use but as with everything else, do a patch test before using.
What Happens If You Put Blonde Dye On Grey Hair?
I decided to try blonde dye on my grey hair because I wanted to see what would happen. I had never dyed my hair blonde before, so I wasn’t sure what the end result would be.
To dye my hair, I used a box of blonde hair dye from the drugstore, not naming any specific brands but I found Garnier Olia in my local shop so I went with that. I followed the instructions on the box and dyed my hair according to the directions.
After I dyed my hair, I was surprised to see that the blonde dye had actually taken! My grey hair was now blonde and I loved the new color.
Overall, I was really happy with how the blonde dye turned out on my grey hair. If you’re thinking about trying it, I would say go for it! You might be pleasantly surprised with the results.
9 Tips For Making Blonde Hair Dye Take On Grey Hair
If you’re thinking about dyeing your hair blonde, but you’re not sure if the color will take to your grey hair, I asked my local hair salon for their help and now I’m passing the information on to you. here are a few tips that might help:
Designed For You Requirements
Use a box of blonde hair dye specifically designed for grey hair. I used Garnier Olia in this instance and had great results. Most hair dyes that are designed for grey hair will have this information on the box, so be sure to check before you buy.
Follow The Instructions
When you’re ready to dye your hair, be sure to follow the instructions on the box to a T. This will help ensure that the color takes and that you get the results you’re hoping for.
Do A Strand Test First
To avoid any unwanted surprises, it’s always a good idea to do a strand test before dying your entire head of hair. This way you can see how the color will turn out on a small section of hair before committing to the whole process.
Use A Good Quality Hair Dye
If you want your blonde hair dye to take well on grey hair, be sure to use a good quality hair dye. Some cheap drugstore hair dyes can be hit or miss, so it’s worth spending a little extra on a higher-quality product.
See A Professional
If you’re really not sure about dying your own hair, or you want to make sure the process goes as smoothly as possible, consider seeing a professional hair stylist. They’ll be able to help you achieve the look you’re going for and answer any questions you might have.
Read The Directions Carefully
Follow the instructions on the box to a T. This is important!
Wait
Be patient – give the dye plenty of time to work its magic.
Test Test Test!
Don’t be afraid to experiment. What’s the worst that could happen? You might end up with a new hair color that you love!
Don’t Stress
Have fun with it! Dying your hair is supposed to be a fun experience, so enjoy
Can You Put Blonde Hair Dye Over Grey Hair?
The short answer is yes, you can put blonde hair dye over grey hair. I’ve done it myself and it turned out great!
The main thing here is to understand that we’re not professionals, you need to gain experience with at home hair dyes first in order to know and understand how a particular color takes on your own hair, so I personally would not stress about the outcome but instead, enjoy the experience while your try to accomplish the change.
What Types Of Blondes Can I Put On My Grey Hair?
There are lots of different types of blonde hair dyes that you can use on grey hair. It all depends on what look you’re going for.
If you want a natural-looking blonde, you might want to try a honey blonde or golden blonde hair dye. If you’re looking for something a little more dramatic, you could try an ash blonde or platinum blonde hair dye. And if you really want to make a statement, you could even go for a blue-
There are all sorts of of blonde colors that you can put on your grey hair, so have fun with it and experiment until you find the perfect shade for you!
Final Thoughts
So, there you have it! Those are my tips for dying your hair blonde at home. I hope they help you achieve the look you’re going for. Remember to have fun with it and don’t stress about the outcome. The worst that could happen is you end up with a new hair color that you love!
Have fun experimenting with different shades of blonde until you find the perfect one for you! And don’t forget to enjoy the process. 🙂