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• Part 1 of 4: Preparing your hair
• Part 2 of 4: Bleach your hair
• Part 3 of 4: Apply the second round of bleach
• Part 4 of 4: Keeping your hair blonde
• Tips
• Warnings
• Necessities

This tendency to have blonde hair can happen to anyone at any time, and while it's true that it's easier to go blonde when you already have relatively light-colored hair, it's not impossible to do with black hair. It will take a lot more time, patience and care to ensure that you don't damage your hair beyond repair, but it is possible! Schedule to spend several weeks on the conditioning, bleaching, and repairing process to bring your dark hair to bright blonde.

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Part 1 of 4: Preparing your hair

1. Use a deep conditioner every 2-3 days for 2 weeks on your hair before bleaching it. This is not mandatory, but it is helpful if you have the patience. It will take several bleaching sessions to get your hair from black to blonde, and bleach damages and dries hair quickly. Make your hair as healthy as possible beforehand to make the end result look even better.
   • Similarly, stop using heat styling tools several weeks before bleaching to avoid exposure to damaging heat.

   DIY Hair Mask: Mix 30ml coconut oil, 15ml olive oil, and 30-60ml honey in a small bowl. Comb the mixture through your hair when it is dry or slightly damp. Wrap your hair in a towel or shower cap and leave the mask on your hair for 15-30 minutes. Rinse the mask in the shower without shampoo, condition your hair, and let it air dry.

   
   
2. Remove existing hair dye and color with a clarifying shampoo. Note that if your hair has not been color-treated you can skip this step. Clarifying shampoo will not completely remove the color from your hair, but it can make it light enough so that it is easier to bleach. Use the shampoo 2-3 washes before you plan on bleaching your hair.
   • Avoid using clarifying shampoo on the same day you first blonde your hair. This can cause your hair to become excessively dry.
3. Do a hair test to see how the bleach reacts to your hair. This test will help you determine how long to leave the bleach on your hair. It can also help you figure out if your scalp is too sensitive to the bleaching process. Use a small section of hair that is at least an inch wide and can be easily hidden under the rest of your hair.
   • Pin the rest of your hair back so that it doesn't accidentally come into contact with the bleach.
   • Wear gloves and follow the instructions to mix the blonde powder and developer. Let the bleach sit on your hair for 30-45 minutes before rinsing it out.
   • If your scalp gets red or irritated, it could mean you have an allergy or sensitivity to the chemicals in the bleach. If this happens, do not proceed with bleaching your entire head. Visit a professional color stylist to see what your next steps might be best.
4. Divide your hair into 4 sections with rubber bands or pins. When you're ready to start your first blonde, divide your hair into four sections; divide your hair in the middle, then split each side into 2 parts; a low and a high. Use hair ties or pins to keep each part separate.
   • If you have a lot of hair, you may want to divide it into even more sections to make it easier to work with.
5. Protect your skin and clothing by wearing gloves and an old T-shirt. Bleach is a harsh chemical that can burn your skin, so you should limit the amount of skin it comes in contact with. Wear a pair of rubber gloves when mixing and applying the bleach. Change your clothes and wear something that you're not attached to - dripping bleach on it will leave a stain on it.
   • You may also want to put out some old towels to protect the area you work in. Bleaching on your furniture can cause irreparable stains.

Part 2 of 4: Bleach your hair

1. Mix the developer and powder in a small plastic bowl. When going from black to blonde hair, it is better not to skimp on the product you are buying - go to a salon or beauty supply store rather than a supermarket to buy your supplies. Check out the following breakdown for information on which volume developer to buy:
   • A 20 volume developer will lighten your hair by 1-2 shades; this can be a good option if you are working with hair that has been colored before and is damaged or dry.
   • A 30 volume developer will lighten your hair 2-3 shades; this is a good option if your hair is in its natural state.
   • A 40 volume developer can lighten your hair by about 4 shades, but can be very damaging; if your scalp is sensitive, avoid using a developer of such a high volume as it can cause severe irritation.
   • Because your hair is so dark, using bleach is the best option to lighten your hair. Other methods, such as using peroxide or sun spray, will give your hair a coppery hue and you probably never achieve the shade you really want.

   Warning: Never use commercial bleach intended for cleaning and disinfection on your hair. This is too strong and will likely burn your skin and destroy your hair completely. Always use cosmetic grade bleaching powder.

   
   
2. Apply the bleach to each section of your hair, starting at the ends first. Start at a section at the bottom and remove it from its rubber band or pin. Take a 2.5 cm section of hair and use the application brush to apply the bleach from the ends to about 2.5 cm away from your scalp so that you have not touched the roots. Repeat until the entire section is covered, then do the next section of hair and continue until your entire head (except the roots) is covered.
   • The heat from your scalp can make the bleach work faster, sometimes causing what are called "hot roots"; this means that your roots are much lighter than the rest of your hair.
3. Go back and apply the bleach to your roots. After you've covered the length of your hair, it's time to go back to bleach your roots. Start at the back of your head and work your way forward in sections so that you only apply the bleach to the one inch you left alone. Feel free to pin any part of your hair in a pin or rubber band as you work to help yourself stay organized.
   • If the bleach starts to burn your scalp, rinse it right away.
4. Let the bleach sit on your hair for 30-40 minutes. Your hair test should give you a good idea of ​​how much time your hair will need to absorb the bleach. Feel free to cover your hair with a shower cap during this phase so you don't accidentally get bleach on anything in your house while you wait.
   • Do not leave the bleach in your hair for more than 45 minutes.
   • Keep in mind that this is only the first bleaching session in your process. You will need to do at least one more session to get your hair to the correct blonde color, so don't be upset if the color doesn't look quite right yet.
5. Rinse, shampoo and condition your hair, then let it air dry. After the 30-40 minutes are up, use lukewarm water to thoroughly rinse the bleach out of your hair. Use a moisturizing shampoo and conditioner specifically for bleached hair, which are often included in the bleach pack you purchased. Let your hair air dry instead of using a blow dryer - remember your hair just got through a lot, so it's important now to avoid heat styling tools.
   • Don't be surprised if your hair looks a little orange or coppery. The first bleaching session is enough to lighten your hair 2-3 shades, but it probably won't be blonde just yet.
6. Use after 1-2 days toner on your hair to help neutralize orangish tones. You will be walking around with hair that is somewhere between black and blonde for a few weeks, so using toner during this phase can help you feel less insecure about the possible orange or copper tones in your hair. Opt for a silver, pearl, or light ash toner to help cool your hair.
   • If you don't want to apply toner during this phase, at least use purple shampoo, which will also help reduce coppery tones and give your hair a more ashy color.

Part 3 of 4: Apply the second round of bleach

1. Wait 2-4 weeks before repeating the bleaching process. This is the most important step in keeping your hair as healthy as possible during your transition from black to blonde. If your hair is brittle and dry, wait 3-4 weeks before bleaching it again; if it seems to respond well to conditioning treatments, wait 1-2 weeks.
   • If your hair is still not as light as you want after the second bleach, wait another 1-2 weeks and then do a third session. Otherwise, you may want to visit a professional color stylist to get some help before doing more damage to your hair.
   • Do not exceed a maximum of 3 bleaching sessions. It will be very difficult for your hair to come back from so much exposure to a harsh chemical.
2. Use a deep conditioner or leave-in conditioner Every other day for 2-4 weeks. While you're in between bleaches, take extra care of your hair. If you don't want to buy a store-bought hair product, you can help your hair regain moisture by applying coconut oil and leaving it in your hair for 20-30 minutes.
   • Likewise, limit how often you use heat styling tools during this time, as the excess heat will further damage your hair.
3. For your second bleach, choose a developer of 20 to 30 volume. When it's time for the next bleach, use either the same volume you used first or a lower volume developer. The higher a developer volume is, the more it will damage your hair.
   • A 20 volume developer will lighten your hair a further 1-2 shades. With the right toner, this may be enough to give your hair the bright blonde color you want.
   • A 30 volume developer will lighten your hair a further 2-3 shades. This is a good choice if your hair isn't terribly brittle after the first bleaching session.
4. Repeat the bleaching process as you did the first time. Divide your hair into 4 sections. Apply the bleach to the ends and center part of your hair first, then apply it to your roots. Let the bleach sit in your hair for 30-40 minutes.
   • Remember to wear rubber gloves and an old T-shirt while using the bleach.
5. Rinse out the bleach, then wash and condition your hair. When the time is up, get in the shower to rinse all the bleach out of your hair. Use a deep conditioning shampoo and conditioner and then let your hair air dry.
   • If you have a hair dryer must use it on its very lowest heat setting.
6. Bring toner on your hair to get a brighter blonde color. Without toner, your blonde hair may look more coppery than you'd like. Wait 1-2 days after you have finished the second bleach; otherwise, the toner may dry out your hair a little more. Use either an ammonia-based toner or a purple shampoo and follow the instructions on the package.
   • You can use toner every few weeks to update your hair, but avoid using it every day. It can dry out your hair if used too often.

Part 4 of 4: Keeping your hair blonde

1. Use purple shampoos and conditioners made for blonde hair. When shopping, look for products that claim to be made for blonde hair. Shampoos and conditioners with a purple shade will help your hair not go from bright blonde to bright yellow.
   • For best results, use a purple shampoo 1-2 times a week. If you wash your hair more than 1-2 times a week, opt for a deep moisturizing shampoo on the other days.
2. Limit your use of heat styling tools on your blonde hair. Blow dryers, straighteners and curling irons use heat to style your hair, and that heat can damage your hair even more. If you do have to use these tools, use them on their lowest heat settings possible to reduce damage.
   • There are a few different ways you can style or curl your hair without heat. Check out these methods to see if they can work for you.
3. Avoid high tails and tight buns to avoid breakage. Bleached hair is generally more brittle than hair that is not bleached. Hairstyles that require tight hair ties pose a threat to your fragile hair and are best avoided where possible.
   • There are some great anti-fracture products out there. Look for hair ties made from fabric, satin or ribbon or hair ties that resemble spiral rings.
4. Update your roots every 4-6 weeks to keep up with your look. The process of updating your roots is almost the same as the regular bleaching process, except you won't have to apply the bleach all over your head. Part your hair as usual, but only apply the bleach to the roots of your hair. Let the bleach sit for 30-40 minutes and then rinse.
   • Don't forget to apply toner 1-2 days after you touch up your roots, if that's part of your process. Otherwise, your roots will have a different blonde color than the rest of your hair.

   Tip: It can be very difficult to get your roots the same color as the rest of your hair. You may want to visit a professional color stylist every now and then to let him or her do this process for you.

   
   
5. Apply one once a week moisturizing hair mask to keep your hair healthy. Even though bleaching is over, it doesn't mean your hair no longer needs proper care. Look for a deep conditioning hair mask or make your own at home.
   • These products will not damage your hair at all, so feel free to use them more than once a week if you think this will be good for your hair.

Tips

• If you find it difficult to apply the bleach to your hair yourself, ask a friend for help. He or she may be able to reach the back of your head better than you can do yourself.
• Avoid starting this process just before an important occasion. Since it will take several weeks, you don't want beautiful photos taken of you in the middle of the process!

Warnings

• Be careful when working with bleach. Wear gloves and avoid getting it on your skin. If the bleach comes into contact with your eyes, rinse them immediately with cool water for 15 minutes.
• Stop the bleaching process immediately and wash the bleach off your head if your scalp starts to burn.

Necessities

• Deep conditioner or hair mask
• Clarifying shampoo
• Small plastic bowl
• Application brush
• Blonde powder
• Developer
• Old shirt
• Old towels
• Hair bows or pins
• Toner
• Purple shampoo
• Conditioner