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The bleaching process makes hair brighter and goldener by using chemicals to remove the amount of color in the hair. However, bleaching is very harmful to your hair, so you must take good care of it. Limit the use of chemicals and heat, moisturize and replenish hair regularly. You need to take special care of your hair for several weeks before dyeing.

Steps

Part 1 of 2: Minimize damage to hair before dyeing

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   Learn about hair. Talk to an experienced hairdresser about a hair bleaching plan. Each hair has different characteristics and needs. If you want to bleach your hair at the salon, the hairdresser will advise you quickly at no charge.
   • You may need to visit a hair salon a few times before your hair has been bleached. Talking to your hairdresser in advance will help you make the right decision.
   • You can ask questions like: “Will this seriously damage my hair? What products should I use before and after hair removal? Do I need to go to the salon many times to have the right hair color? ”
   • Ask your hairdresser to try bleaching a small part of your hair. If you want to bleach your hair at home, do the test a few days in advance. If you are not satisfied with the color or texture of your hair, go to a hair salon and consult a hairdresser.
   • Ask if the hair salon sells Olaplex hair care products. Professional salon products that are formulated to protect and restore hair before, during, and after harsh chemical treatments, such as hair removal.

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   Wait for your hair to heal. If you have just chemically treated your hair, wait a while before bleaching. If you've dyed, highlighted, permed, or straightened your hair, wait at least 2 weeks before bleaching. You'd better wait a month or so. Even prolong the waiting time if your hair is badly affected by the treatment.
   • You should not bleach damaged hair (frizz, dryness, breakage).
   • Note that the darker your hair, the more likely it will be damaged during the bleaching process. People with dark hair often have difficulty creating a new hair color (because there is a big difference between the original and post-bleach hair color). The long-term bleaching process also causes hair to thin and leaves behind irreversible damage. The bleaching process does not affect light-colored hair much, so these effects are uncommon, but there are risks, even when reducing the amount of medication and the number of bleaches.

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   Reduce use of heating equipment one week before hair removal. Reduce or stop the use of crimping machines, heat rollers, stretchers, dryers or other heating equipment. The heat device damages the hair and the bleaching process also has many detrimental effects.
   • Untreated natural hair is generally stronger and less affected by the bleaching process.

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   Stop washing your hair. Do not wash your hair on the day of bleaching. In fact, hair with a little bit of oil before bleaching is better, so don't wash it for two or a few days before bleaching.
   • The bleaching process does not require the hair to be as clean as when it was dyed. Hair that has not been washed clean will not interfere with the bleach's effectiveness.

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   Save money to buy good products. There are a variety of products dedicated to preserving and / or prolonging the bleaching and yellowing effect of the hair; So, better yet, make sure you can afford and find the right product for new hair care before handling your hair. Some hair salons often sell products at a high price, but it will be much more economical to buy it at the supermarket. Likewise, you should be extra careful when styling your hair, as bleach loses oil in your hair and makes it weaker, even with proper care; If you are used to using a curling iron, for example, try adding heat protection or non-heat styling products to your hair care kit. advertisement

Part 2 of 2: Oil hair treatment

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   Apply oil to your hair. While coconut oil enhances the protein found in hair, avocado oil and argan oil are effective in taking care of damaged or treated hair. Using the oil before bleaching will help your hair tolerate and absorb the bleach better. The evening before you bleach your hair, melt about half a cup of coconut oil in a saucepan or microwave. Wait for the coconut oil to cool, then massage the oil into your hair. Put on a shower cap when you go to bed or spread an old towel on your pillow.
   • Your hair will be sticky, but don't worry: coconut oil is also good for your skin.
   • If you are bleaching at home, you can apply the oil to your hair again before bleaching without rinsing it off.
   • After dyeing your hair, continue to care for your hair by applying the oil every day or every other day. You will massage the oil into your hair, starting from the tips of your hair to the roots.

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   Use a hair mask. Use a hair mask once or twice a week. You can make a home hair mask using a combination of coconut oil, olive oil, yogurt, honey, banana, avocado, and eggs. Just mix the ingredients well and apply on clean, dry hair and incubate for 30 minutes. For best results, start this routine as soon as you plan to bleach your hair and keep going even after bleaching.
   • You can also purchase an intensive hair mask and conditioner.

   Advice: Many hair experts recommend using hair masks instead of conditioner because of the mask's moisturizing and nourishing effects.

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   Apply oil every day. Coconut oil, argan oil, and avocado oil are all great for restoring treated, bleached, and frizzy hair. If you don't have time to make a mask, just massage a little bit of oil into your hair, starting from the tips of your hair and moving up the roots. Start the oil routine as soon as you intend to bleach your hair and keep going even after bleaching.

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Advice

• Save money to bleach your hair at the salon as it looks better when handled by an experienced person, but sometimes it can be expensive.
• Choose a dye with conditioner if you want to bleach your hair for a different color.
• Oils and masks are very beneficial for hair about to be bleached, bleached, or never bleached.
• Compared to other oils, coconut oil contains a protein that binds more effectively to the protein of the hair.