Hair dye
Many women want to change the color of their hair, but the dye can cause a lot of damage to the hair because it contains substances that harm the hair and cause damage. Chemical dyes accumulate toxic substances and compounds in the body that can cause a change in genes and cause cancer. Therefore, dyes that are free of substances that cause hair damage should be chosen.
Hair dye damage
- Damage to the skin: Dyes can cause damage to the skin, due to the sensitivity of the skin caused by the components of the dye, and inflammation of the skin surrounding the hair.
- Damage to the hair: The dye makes the texture of the hair rough, and it can cause hair loss and damage as a result of the effect of chemicals on the scalp, especially if the hair is exposed to more than one stage in the color change process.
- Damage to the pregnant woman and the fetus: Pregnant women are advised not to be exposed to chemical dyes during pregnancy, in order to avoid allergy problems, and potential dangers to the fetus as a result of chemical compounds and fumes rising during the dyeing process.
How to avoid hair dye damage
- Test the dye on a small strand of hair before starting to dye the hair.
- Cut the ends of the hair constantly to get rid of damaged hair as a result of the dye.
- Choose the right shampoo for dyed hair.
- Do not blow-dry hair immediately after dyeing it.
- Make an oil bath for hair continuously to get rid of the damage resulting from hair dye.
- Washing hair with water and apple cider vinegar to get shine.
- Choose ammonia-free hair dyes because they can cause allergies and cancer in the long run.
- Do not repeat hair dye continuously because it causes hair damage.
Types of hair dyes
There are many types of hair dyes that differ according to the duration of their stay on the hair, and the chemicals that make them up, the most important of which are:
Read also:Benefits of olive leaves for hair- Temporary hair dye: It is in the form of a gel or spray and is applied to the hair. This type can be removed by washing the hair with water and shampoo. These materials do not cause allergic reactions on the skin and are safe to use.
- Gradual hair dye: This type of dye is in the form of a lotion that is applied to the hair on a daily basis to obtain the desired color. This dye remains on the hair for a longer period of time until the hair grows again.
- Semi-permanent hair dye: This dye penetrates the hair and does not change easily. It disappears after washing the hair with shampoo several times. It is in the form of a spray or liquid in the form of foam. It is applied to the hair for half an hour, then the hair is washed with shampoo.
- Permanent hair dye: This dye requires prior preparation and is a permanent dye for coloring hair. It contains strong chemicals such as hydrogen peroxide. This dye covers the hair completely and is used to bleach or color the hair black. It has many colors.
