Learning how to lighten your hair can be tricky when you’re first starting out. Use our tips and tricks to learn to basics about lightening hair. Show
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Natural blonde or beautiful brunette, chances are you’ve thought about changing your hair color at some point. Lightening some or all of your strands can be a good way to add sunkissed dimension to your mane without getting too drastic with your hair color. But how to go about it? Consider Your Natural Hair and Skin ColorWarm and cool don’t just describe the weather. We also use these descriptors for hair and skin tones. So, when you’re choosing a lighter shade for your hair, consider your natural undertones.
Choose a Lightening MethodBleach, dye, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice—there are several different ways to lighten up your locks. Natural bleaching agents like apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, chamomile tea, or cinnamon and honey can lighten hair gently and naturally with minimal damage. Rinse your hair in a solution of warm water and one or more of these lightening agents, then sit in the sun to dry. The sun’s rays will intensify the effect, creating subtle, sunkissed highlights. Care for Your Lightened HairWhether you use a chemical bleach and peroxide solution or a natural lightener like lemon juice, your hair is going to need a little extra TLC. Related ProductsViolet Crush Purple ShampooSheer Blonde Violet Crush Purple ConditionerSheer Blonde Go Blonder Lemon Miracle MasqueSheer Blonde Related Articles
Is bleaching hair the same as lightening it?Pay attention to the main differences between colouring, lightening and bleaching: Lightening - used to lighten natural hair. Lightening can be defined as a process of artificial reduction and dissolution of pigment in hair. Bleaching - allows lightening already coloured hair.
Is it better to bleach or highlight hair?If your natural colour is grey (white) or dark brown, bleach is a better way to highlight. The main point, with either way of colouring, is the strength of the developer used and the length of time the high-lift or bleach is left on the hair.
Can I get my hair lightened without bleach?Sunshine. Your hair will lighten on its own when exposed to UV and UVA rays. To quicken this process, spritz equal parts lemon juice and water onto your hair and soak up the sun. “The safest way to do some lightening at home is lemon juice diluted with water,” says Davis.
Is there a healthy way to lighten your hair?Natural bleaching agents like apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, chamomile tea, or cinnamon and honey can lighten hair gently and naturally with minimal damage. Rinse your hair in a solution of warm water and one or more of these lightening agents, then sit in the sun to dry.
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