please help, hair dyeing questions?

Question

So I am going to dye my hair for the first time friday and I have a lot of questions that I would love answered. I'm using revlon colorist and am going from medium brown to medium red brown. Any questions that can be answered from experience or just knowledge would be greatly appreciated.
1) What is the best temperature water to rinse out the dye?
2) What is the best shampoo and conditioner or products (I'm talking brands here too) to use after coloring?
3) What are the best application methods?
4) is it a good idea to just rinse out hair in a giant bowl of water (lol) cause I read that it's better in some places but I'm not sure.
5) what are good ways to avoid bloching and just bad dyieng

I also would love to hear stories or get any other information, tips, or just anything.

I'm pretty nervous >.<
thanks in advanced- Krystin

Answer 1

Do a patch test & strand test; avoid allergic reaction & unwanted color results.

1) Section your hair & pin sections off w/ plastic clips.
2) Apply dye to each section for even, complete distribution.
3) Rinse w/ tepid water.
4) I recommend Redken for colored hair (red bottle) or Joico K-Pak shampoo & conditioner.
5) I rinse my hair out in the shower. Use old towels & keep a roll of paper towels handy for drips, etc.
6) Apply Vaseline near your hair line & behind your ears to protect your skin & prevent staining.

You can still back out & return the kit. If you've never had hair color before, it might be worth it to go to a salon this time. All over color costs less that highlights.

Related articles:
http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/9757/a_diy_guide_to_hair_dye.html
http://haircolor.revlon.com/aspx/colorist/Colorist.aspx
http://www.hairboutique.com/tips/tip095.htm

Answer 2

OK... I've dyed my hair at home a couple of times. So I'll try to answer your questions.
1. I always rinse mine in the shower, so whatever temperature you shower in. I don't think it really matters.
2. Probably any of the ones made specially for your hair color (the new one). So any of the brands that offer color treated shampoos ect.
3.Um... I've always used the bottle with the pointed tip. You part your hair (start with your roots) And do small sections at a time, adding a line of color and using a brush (the flat kind specifically for dying and whatnot) brush it through the top of the section, mostly just spreading it. It takes a while to do all your whole head in sections. Then after all you roots are done just work it through the remaining hair. Make sure you get it through evenly! You may want someone to help make sure the back is fully covered.
4. Like I said, I just use the shower.
5. The best way is to have someone help you.

Also a few things that help, you may want to buy a deep conditioning treatment for after wards because otherwise it will really dry your hair. And I use a spray for color treated hair to help it hold color and to help avoid damage. I think that's everything I can think of... Good luck!

Answer 3

1) Temperature: same as you would wash your hair regularly with. At the salon she just washes my hair with warm water. When I do it myself I just take a shower.
2) The best products would be anything made for coloring. I mean many brands like pantene and herbal essences make their blonde, brunette, and redhead lines that make color last. Red is the hardest to make last (I was a redhead for a LONG time).
3) If you are doing an all over color out of the box, just massage it into your hair with gloved hands. If you are doing streaks too, use the little brush that they provide. Dont attempt to do foils on your own.
4) never heard that and I dissagree. By the way, boxes of hair dye usually come with conditioner that you use right after dying your hair. I don't think a bowl of water would wash it out well and it would stain your clothes afterwards. I still recommend shower.
5) Make sure that you get it everywhere. So divide your hair into sections. Start at roots of each section.

Don't be nervous! Hair is just hair. If it looks bad just go fix it in a salon! You picked an easy color too! I have light brown hair and I dyed it different reds many many times. I didn't get any probs till I went blonde (that is when I started going to the salon)

Answer 4

First, it dosent really matter what temperature you wash you hair in, no matter what people say it dosent make a difference, Second, any shampoo will work that if coloring, it will say it on the bottle, I use panteene but it really dosent matter...Third, start from your roots and work to the ends Forth...take a shower after you dye your hair..its the best way to get it all out Fifth...to avoid blotching make sure all areas are fully covered...since this is your first time dying you really shouldnt have a problem...people do when they dye there hair a different color and parts of it dont cover up the other one...if this is your first time it might be a good idea to have someone else do the coloring for you that way you can make sure everything is covered...Good Luck..

Answer 5

I dye my hair every 3-5 months. At first I was nervous, just like you, but honestly theres nothing to worry about. It doesnt matter what temperature you wash the dye out (I just wash it hot with my normal warm shower water). The coloring kit will come with a special conditioner to use after your dye, and in about 2 weeks. The shampoo and conditioner you use doesnt matter- but I would recomend using something for color-treated hair- most brands make a special line for dyed har. The color kit will come with an application instruction guide- follow it and your hair wont be blochy or look like a really bad dye. I wouldnt rinse out the dye into a giant bowl of water- just get into the shower and let it run out. You will have to use your hands to tossel your hair around to get all the dye out (the kit will provide plastic gloves so your hands will not get staind).

Good luck!

Answer 6

The longer you leave the dye on the more it will take. But you said medium brown. it should do good with the time on the box. But also remember that it will be brighter than usual. Hope you don't have plans this weekend. Cause it takes about three days to look normal when going to a red color. also luke warm water is good to rinse. Cause it is a chemical you are using and it won't irritate your scalp as much as hot or cold.

Answer 7

1) i beleive warm water but it will say so in the packet information leaflet
2) normally you receive within the hair dye box a small conditioner, to use afterwards, if u use it sparingly it will last a few more conditions, but otherwise, a conditioner that gives lots of moisture as dyeing your hair drys it out, also a conditioner that holds in colour
3) using a comb parting your hair into sections, and using an application brush, or most application bottles have a special nozzle you jsut squirt down each scalp line of parted hair, then comb through
4) you should try to wash out wit hyour head under running water, so as to remove all excess hair dye
5) to make sure its even, be sure to use a fine comb to comb through to all areas

but - most hair dyes , will have all this on the information leaflet

a good idea is to smear a tiny amount of vaseline around your ears and forehead, so that the dye does not stain your skin

Answer 8

well when I dye mine I was warm water to rinse it out.I sometimes use a comb to get all the color through my hair.I use all of the dye and I let it stay in for 20 minutes some say 30 but I think that is to long.I don't use any special shampoos my self I am sure there is some out there.Just make sure you go my the direction.I use the new cream color dye instead of the old fashioned liquid type I think it is better for your hair and makes it look more Natural. Good Luck

Answer 9

Cold water rinsing
Avoid spots by applying evenly and massaging .
Panthene Conditioner for colored hair has lot of vitamins
but the shampoo is too harsh. My colorist recommended to use a cheap shampoo ."Suave" has worked great.
No idea about the bowl. It may be so it distributes evenly while rinsing. no harm in trying.
Best application method: Your hands ( use rubber gloves!)
Avoid skin: You will stain

Good Luck !

Answer 10

I take off my top and bra and put an old towel around my shoulders (held in place with a clip or something). Then I mix everything up before I don gloves. I actually only use one glove, but you should probably use both of them - especially since you are using brown - it stains easier.

You might want to put a thin layer of vaseline around your hairline (not in your hair though!) to keep your face and ears from getting colored. Oh! If you are going to be in an area of your house with carpet - cover the carpet with plastic sheeting or newspaper!!! When I was a teen I spilled a glob of hair dye on my parents' bathroom rug - it never came out.
:( Not good.

Make sure you have enough color to do your whole head! If you have long hair, you might need 2 boxes. Make sure you get the back of your head good - you don't want any splotches of your old color (speaking from experience here!).

Doing your hair on a Friday is a good idea - that way if you mess it up, you've got two weekend days to deal with it. If it does get messed up, go to a salon - do NOT try to fix it yourself.

I get in the shower to rinse. I think it's easier than having your head upside down in a sink, bowl or tub. It's easier for me to keep the product out of my eyes if I am in the shower. If you DO get any in your eyes, take it seriously! Rinse, rinse, rinse!!!

I prefer my regular shower temp to rinse out the color. Then I do the after-color conditioner (that comes with the dye) in the shower. I usually count 2 minutes (120 seconds) and then rinse. If your hair is dry and damaged, rinse in slightly cooler water. If your hair is naturally oily, rinse in slightly warmer water.

You can do it! Be careful, follow the directions. :) Your head might get a little warm, but should not hurt or burn badly. If you are in pain, rinse the product out. :) Good luck! :)