Is there any way of stripping hair dye from hair without using excessive chemical products?

Question

I want to get the red/brown permanet hair dye out of my naturally blonde hair, but wanted to do it in a way that wouldnt cause further damage to my hair. is there a natural way of doing it?!

Answer 1

That is an incredibly difficult mission you're on, I've tried it and it all ended in disaster. I know someone who couldn't see any way of getting their natural blonde back and so shaved their head! (i do wonder if that was Britney's problem, in fact, but that's another story)

Some shampoos may make it fade, but reddy-brown to blonde is a big jump and I doubt that any shampoo could really do that.

The only way to get the colour out is with bleach. All the dye strippers etc are just that.

But don't do it yourself. It's so easy to f**k up. When i did this my hair ended up bright orange. I was too scared to try another lot of bleach, so I just gave up and dyed it dark again.

If I were you, I'd just go to a salon that specifically states they do colour corrections. They will be experts in getting dye out and restoring natural tones, and they will have better quality bleach. Celebrities do drastic stuff like this all the time without ruining their hair, I am sure you'll be fine, but yes it will be bleached, so you just want to invest in some really good conditioners and at worst, cut your hair as much as you can bear to.

Best of luck, I hope you get results you're happy with!

Answer 2

SORRY But, The ONLY SURE WAY To Get Out Permanent Hair Color Is To Use A Color (Dye) Remover. The Good News Is There Are Better, Safer Ones Available That Won't Thrash Your Hair (Too Badly) Jheri Redding One N' Only™ Color Remover (At Beauty Supplies) Is A "Reducer" Which "Uncouples" The Dye Molecules So They Become Small And "Colorless" And Will Simply Wash-Out Of The Hair.

Answer 3

I have this problem, except mine's not getting any shorter, it just won't grow as long as I'd like. I think the main thing is to avoid putting tension on the hair and your scalp. Alternate your hairstyles regularly so that tension isn't always on the same spot. Never use elastic bands unless they're covered in fabric. If you can, sleep on a silk or satin pillow case, that should help with the moisture loss that you get with cotton and polyester pillow cases. Alternatively, you could just cover your hair with a silk or satin do-rag or scarf. Get trims regularly, ideally every 6 weeks. Afro hair often breaks because its not getting enough moisture. You gotta remember that every twist and turn of the Afro hair strand makes it harder for the natural oils in your scalp to reach the ends so moisure is the key. I have dedicated myself to giving my hair a proper treatment every fortnight (when it's not weaved), which includes washing my hair, conditioning with either a hot oil treatment or hair mayonnaise plus a moisturising conditioner. I then go under the hood dryer for 30 mins. You can buy inflatable ones for about £25. As for the amount of time you can go without washing your hair, that varies. It depends on your hair type and your lifestyle. Someone that is very active, swims or goes to the gym should wash their hair more often that someone who does very little (like me!) I think that the coarsest, kinkiest Afro hair can go about 3-4 weeks before it needs washing but someone with hair that has a looser curl pattern and finer hair may need to wash their hair every 2 weeks. I try not to go longer than 4 weeks max and that's only when I'm being lazy. I'm determined to commit to doing my hair properly once a fortnight.

Answer 4

I bought a shampoo from a hair dressers last saturday and it's called PAUL MITCHELL - kids shampoo. It says on the back unsuitable for coloured hair. Which obviously means that it is going to take the colour out. My hair is black, and since i have started using it i have tints of brown and red in it now. It costs around £6 but it's definately worth it!
Hope it works for you if you try it !
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Answer 5

there's something in head and shoulders that makes dye fade, i wash my hair once a day so id suggest using that for a week or two and then (sadly) going to a salon and having it dyed blonde. i dont think you should dye it blonde yourself. salon hair dye is stronger so your hair wont change a weird colour with the reddy brown

Answer 6

wash your hair in anti-dandruff shampoo lots of times! it will strip the dye out x

Answer 7

no u must use a dye that will completely take the color out and will make your hair like a white color so that it can be redyed---i would just let it grow out

Answer 8

apply curd one hr befor hairwash.regular hair wash with mild shampoo will help u

Answer 9

I find that lemon based shampoos take colour out.

Answer 10

read tips on hair dying and hair care to help you more on this site