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• Steps
• Advice
• Warning
• What you need

Blue hair dye is a fun way to get rid of ordinary and boring hair color. Before dyeing your hair blue, you need to lighten your hair color as much as you can to make it "color up". You can then dye your hair blue and use some special techniques to ensure it keeps your hair color bright for a long time.

Steps

Part 1 of 3: Lightening Hair Color

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   Use cleaning shampoo. Cleansing shampoo helps to remove dirt that has accumulated in your hair and makes it easier for you to dye your hair. The shampoo also helps to remove the dye from the previous dyeing. Specialized cleaning shampoos can be found in beauty stores and supermarkets.
   • Follow the instructions on the cleaning shampoo product packaging. You have to use shampoo to clean as well as using regular shampoo.

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   Use a color remover to remove the dye. If your hair still has the color from the previous dye, you will need to use a hair color remover in preparation for the new dye. The color remover does not bleach the hair, it only removes the dye, giving the hair a slightly brighter color. However, if your hair is still black after removing the dye, lighten your hair color.
   • Follow the instructions for using the color remover.
   • You can buy a color remover kit at stores that specialize in beauty care products.
   • The kit consists of two ingredients that need to be mixed together before applying to the hair.
   • Apply the color remover to your hair, leave it on for the required amount of time, then rinse it off.
   • If the color of the dye is too dark, you will need to use a color remover twice to remove it completely.

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   Remove hair if it is still black. If your hair color remains black after removing the dye, you will need to lighten your hair to make sure your hair turns blue after dyeing. You can lighten your hair with a set of products from a beauty store or supermarket, or you can ask a hair care professional to remove it.
   • Buy a kit specifically designed to lighten hair that is going to be dyed.
   • If you haven't bleached your hair before, ask an expert to lighten your hair.

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   Restores hair with a deep conditioning conditioner. After using bleach and bleaching products, hair can become dry and damaged. To repair damage, you need to provide protein or use a deep conditioner for your hair.
   • Follow the directions on the package. For a deep conditioner, apply conditioner to freshly washed wet hair and incubate for a few minutes.
   • You should wait a few days before dyeing your hair blue to give your hair time to recover from chemical damage.
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Part 2 of 3: Coloring your hair

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   Skin and clothing protection. Before starting to dye, wear an old t-shirt that can be removed if the dye sticks to. Then, wrap a towel around your neck to protect the skin from the dye and wear gloves to keep the dye from sticking to your hands.
   • You can apply a little moisturizing wax around the edges of your hair and ears to prevent the dye from sticking to your skin.
   • Remember, the dye will wash off if it gets on your skin or nails. However, if it gets on clothes or fabrics, the dye will never be removed.

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   Wash your hair clean. Must wash your hair well before dyeing, otherwise the dye will not "color up". Be careful not to use conditioner, however, as conditioner will prevent the dye from seeping into your hair.

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   Mix the dye. Not all dyes need to be mixed. If mixing is necessary, follow the instructions on the packaging. Use a plastic bowl and a special brush to mix the dye together according to package instructions.
   • For dye that doesn't need to be mixed, you should still pour it into a plastic bowl to make it easier to scoop out and spread over your hair.

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   Apply the dye to your hair. When you're ready, first divide your hair into sections. A hairpin can be used to fix 1/2 of the hair on top of the head so that the dye can be applied to the underlying hair layer.
   • Use your finger or a special brush to evenly coat each strand of dye. Start with the roots and work through the ends of your hair.
   • Some dye products need to be applied to the strand of the hair until the dye is lathered slightly. Check the package's instructions to see if you need to apply them until the dye is foamy.

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   Leave the dye on for the allotted time. After you have completely applied the dye to each strand of hair, you can put a head cover or a plastic wrap over your head and set a watch. How long it takes to leave dye in your hair depends on the type of dye you use. Some take about an hour, while others take about 15 minutes.
   • Check your watch and make sure you don't leave the dye on your hair for too long.

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   Rinse off the dye. After the allotted time, you need to wash your hair until the water comes out almost clear. Use slightly cool water to wash your hair. A warm wash can wash away the dye and prevent your hair color from getting full color.
   • After you've washed off the dye, pat dry your hair with a soft towel. Do not use a dryer as the heat will damage the hair and cause the dye to flow.
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Part 3 of 3: Maintaining hair color

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   Wash your hair with vinegar immediately after dyeing. To keep the color longer and more vibrant, you can wash your hair with vinegar (1: 1 vinegar mix). Pour 1 cup white vinegar and 1 cup water into a medium-sized cup. Then pour the mixture over your hair, leave it on for about 2 minutes, then wash it off.

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   Wash your hair with less frequency. The less you wash your hair, the longer your hair color will last. If possible, do not wash your hair more than twice a week. To keep your hair clean between shampoos, you can use a dry shampoo.
   • When washing your hair, wash your hair only with cool or lukewarm water.
   • Also, rinsing with cool water after using conditioner can help tighten hair follicles and keep hair color more.

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   Avoid treating your hair with heat. The high temperature can melt the dye and cause the hair color to fade quickly. To prevent this, avoid treating your hair with heat, such as using a dryer, straightener or curling iron.
   • If you need to dry your hair, choose a cool or warm dryer setting instead of a hot dryer.
   • If you want to curl your hair, you should wrap it before going to bed. This way, the hair will be curly naturally without using a curling iron.

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   Hair dye every 3-4 weeks. Most blue dyes are semi-temporary and usually fade quickly, so you should see your hair gradually fade. To maintain that vibrant blue color, you need to dye it again every 3-4 weeks. advertisement

Advice

• If the dye gets on the kitchen counter or tub, you can scrub it off with a Mr. cleaning pad. Clean Magic Eraser.
• Treat your hair with natural conditioners such as coconut oil, almond oil, and hemp oil after each hair removal. This will help restore damaged hair from bleach. It is fine to wash off the oil after overnight.

Warning

• Do not mix bleach with dye. Doing so will cause a dangerous chemical reaction.
• Use only glass, porcelain, or plastic bowls for your dye and bleach.
• Some hair dyes that contain the chemical Para-phenylenediamine can cause an adverse reaction in some people. Therefore, it is advisable to try the dye on part of your hair before dyeing, especially if it contains products that contain this ingredient.

What you need

• Specialized comb and / or brush to dye hair
• Gloves
• Moisturizing wax
• Blue dye with the desired color tone (you can find Manic Panic, Special FX and Punky Colors brands)
• Cleansing shampoo
• Color removal products
• Hair whitening products with the right degree of bleaching
• Glass, plastic or porcelain bowls
• Covered head
• White vinegar