Appearance is important in today's world, and hair can say a lot about a person. Red has become a very popular hair color in recent years, and redheads are known to be fiery and playful individuals. If you want to have red hair, then you have to color your hair and develop a passionate attitude like redheads.
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Method 1 of 4: Dyeing Hair at Home
Step 1. Choose a brand of hair dye
The two most popular brands of red hair dye today are Schwarzkopf and L'oreal, but there are dozens of other reliable and affordable brands in beauty stores or supermarkets. The sheer number of options can sometimes be confusing. Read the description on the packaging of the hair dye that catches your eye.
- Decide if you want semi-permanent or permanent hair color. Semi-permanent hair dye will last about 4 weeks, and permanent hair dye will last about 6 weeks.
- If you're having trouble making up your mind, search Google for reviews of several brands. Which brand got the best reviews?
- Beware of allergies. Some people may be allergic to hair dye, so if you've never dyed your hair before, apply a drop of the dye to your skin before starting to dye your hair. If there is no reaction on the skin, you can continue the staining process.
Step 2. Choose the color shades you want
The most important thing to remember if you want to have red hair is to choose the appropriate shades of red. Many sources advise against dyeing your own hair if you are going two shades lighter or darker. Drastic changes in hair color should be done at the salon. Choose the color that suits you carefully. Think drastically what hair color you want and how well it matches your skin tone.
- The basic rule is that the darker your skin tone, the darker your red hair will be, but it really depends on your personal style and preference.
- For people whose natural hair is red, choose a red color that is different from your natural hair color. Thus, the changes can be seen. People who originally have strawberry blonde hair should choose shades of red slightly orange (ginger). People with dark red hair should try auburn.
- People with brown or black hair will have a harder time dyeing their hair lighter than their natural hair color. If you don't want to bleach, try choosing shades of red that are as dark as your natural hair color.
- If you have a lot of gray hair, consider going to a salon instead of dyeing your hair yourself. Each red pigment adheres differently to each gray hair, and only a professional hair stylist can make the color even.
- The results of dyeing your own hair at home will look very natural on natural blonde hair.
Step 3. Start coloring your hair
Follow the directions on the packaging. Each brand recommends different staining steps, so read and follow the instructions for the brand you choose carefully. Home hair dye usually comes with the tools you'll need, such as gloves. Inside the package there should also be a tool for mixing dyes. Take old sheets or towels to protect the clothes and the floor from splashing the dye.
- Coloring your hair takes about 45 minutes, but that depends on how fast you can apply it. You can speed up the coloring process by asking a friend for help. Your friends can also reach parts of your head that you can't reach.
- Don't be in a hurry because it might make the coloring uneven
- Immediately wipe off any drops of dye that fall on your skin as they will stain the skin.
- Long hair may require two boxes of dye.
Method 2 of 4: Coloring Hair at the Salon
Step 1. Choose a salon that suits you
When deciding on a salon, there are several things to consider, one of which is cost. Hair salons charge a coloring fee of around IDR 100,000, 00 to IDR 500,000, 00 or even more. Determine how much you are willing to spend. Some people choose to pay more and go to a luxury salon, but others choose a more modest salon. You can find the salon that suits you by looking for the information first on the internet.
- Contact several salons to get the price you are looking for.
- Read reviews on the internet. Which salon received the most positive responses?
- Learn the location. See if the salon looks clean and well-organized.
Step 2. Find a hairdresser
After making your choice, convey your intentions to the receptionist. He knows all the salon staff and can make an appointment with the hairdresser that best suits your needs. You can even ask a chatty or quiet hairdresser so you can relax. Schedule appointments on holidays or when you have free time.
Step 3. Go to the salon at the appointed time
At that time, you need to decide what color shades are right. Your stylist can suggest the hair color that best suits your wants and needs. Don't forget to ask lots of questions about the results later on your hair, how often you need to come in for a re-color, and whether any follow-up treatments are needed.
- Before leaving, ask how long the process will take. Coloring your hair takes at least an hour and a maximum of four, depending on how much you need to dye your hair.
- Ask what each shade of color would look like on your natural hair color. For example, brown or black hair may need to be bleached if you want to dye it neon red, but blonde hair may not. Each hair stylist can provide information about how the coloring results on each natural hair color.
- Bring a photo of the hair style and color you like.
- Bring a cell phone or book as the coloring process may take a few hours.
Method 3 of 4: Red Hair Treatment
Step 1. Keep your hair shiny
This is only to be applied to people whose natural hair is not red. Having red hair means that you have to keep your hair looking alive, and that means recoloring it when the color fades. There are many steps to caring for red hair, and this is the most important step. If the shade of red you choose is very different from your natural hair color, be prepared to dye your hair every few weeks.
- Recolor hair roots when needed. It would be really embarrassing if your hair was red but the roots were showing their true color, unless that's exactly what you want. Check your hair every few days to see if the color has faded.
- Remember that semi-permanent and permanent hair color lasts at most 6 weeks.
- Set an alert on your phone to know when you need to dye your hair again.
- Ask your friends to alert you if they see the original color of your roots starting to appear.
- Keep a box of dye at home in case you need to dye your hair but haven't had time to get to the store.
Step 2. Choose the right product
If your hair is already red, using a product that protects your red hair will make your natural hair color shine. There are shampoos and conditioners made specifically to protect red hair. If you color your hair, buy a gentle shampoo and conditioner to make the color last longer. Keep in mind that red hair color is known to fade quickly.
- Now that your hair is red, pay more attention to the hair products you buy than ever before.
- Pay attention to which products are specifically made for colored hair.
- Do not use too many hair products so that the hair and color are not damaged.
Step 3. Protect your hair from the sun
Sun exposure is known to damage hair. Avoiding the sun is very important because your hair has been colored. Red hair pigment is very sensitive to UV rays from the sun.
- Wear a hat or a pretty scarf to stay stylish while protecting your hair color from fading.
- When on vacation, remember not to sunbathe so that your hair doesn't dry out.
- Certain types of shampoo contain sunscreen that will help your hair ward off harmful UV rays.
Step 4. Change bathing habits
Many hair dye brands recommend not washing your hair for a few days after coloring your hair. Shampooing or wetting your hair will fade the color, especially if you use a semi-permanent dye. You are also advised not to wash your hair every day. Colored hair is best washed in cold water. It may feel uncomfortable at first, but using cold water or at least warm water is guaranteed to extend the durability of the hair color.
Method 4 of 4: Act Like a Redhead
Step 1. Be passionate and fun
The number of red-haired people is only about 2% of the total human population. Now that you're part of this fiery few people, it means that you can act like them. Redheads are usually cheerful, fun, and cheerful. Look to red-haired celebrities for your inspiration, among them Lucille Ball, Seth Green, and Emma Stone, all individuals with passionate personalities and unconventional senses of humor.
- Show your weirdness. Do you secretly enjoy wearing rainbow-colored socks? Now is the perfect time to show it.
- Go to parties where you can dance and be the center of attention.
- Make friends with new people to expand the relationship.
Step 2. Display a confident attitude
Let your hair color boost your confidence even more. Make sure you reflect confidence in everything you do. Body language is key if you want to be confident, so sit up straight, smile often, and be friendly to everyone. Although confidence comes from within, shining red hair can inspire you to be more confident and cheerful.
Step 3. Don't follow stereotypes
Redheads are often described as competent but temperamental. Don't let your confidence overpower your manners. Always respect other people and their feelings. If you want to make fun of someone who isn't very confident, hold yourself back and consider how they might feel.
Step 4. Do some research on red hair
Did you know that red hair is a recessive gene or that 13% of Scots have naturally red hair? Develop your knowledge of redhead culture. Redheads even have their own holidays. Having red hair means that you are part of a larger community. Find out as much information as you can about red hair and engage with people like you.
