Fortunately, for budget-conscious beauty lovers, dyeing your hair at home isn't rocket science. Whether you're a newbie or a color veteran, it's worth reviewing the process step by step so you can avoid common mistakes and debut your new shade with confidence. Ready to make sure you get salon-quality results? Here are 8 must-have tips for coloring your hair at home.
Understanding how to dye your hair at home starts with the basics. You’ll want to find a shade within two shades of your natural hair color or a shade darker than the last color applied. Each Garnier color is specially formulated for specific results, so choose one shade and stick with it. If you’re not sure or you want to confirm the best shade for you, take our shade selector quiz.
Understanding how to dye your hair at home starts with the basics. You’ll want to find a shade within two shades of your natural hair color or a shade darker than the last color applied. Each Garnier color is specially formulated for specific results, so choose one shade and stick with it. If you’re not sure or you want to confirm the best shade for you, take our shade selector quiz.
Once you’ve decided on a shade, make sure that you have enough color on hand. Get two boxes if you have shoulder-length or longer hair. (The last thing you want is to run out of color mid-application.) If you’re in between lengths or have thicker hair, err on the side of caution; you can always save the second box for next time.
Once you’ve decided on a shade, make sure that you have enough color on hand. Get two boxes if you have shoulder-length or longer hair. (The last thing you want is to run out of color mid-application.) If you’re in between lengths or have thicker hair, err on the side of caution; you can always save the second box for next time.
Now that you’ve got your shade in hand, you’ll want to perform a skin test 48 hours before you color. Although it is tempting to skip this part, you will be glad you didn't if you happen to have allergies or an adverse reaction to the dye. Follow the skin-allergy test instructions on the insert that came with your color, and monitor the area closely over the next 48 hours. If you experience any of the reactions described on the insert, do not color your hair without checking with your doctor.
Now that you’ve got your shade in hand, you’ll want to perform a skin test 48 hours before you color. Although it is tempting to skip this part, you will be glad you didn't if you happen to have allergies or an adverse reaction to the dye. Follow the skin-allergy test instructions on the insert that came with your color, and monitor the area closely over the next 48 hours. If you experience any of the reactions described on the insert, do not color your hair without checking with your doctor.
Dyeing hair at home can get messy if you’re not in the know. So, when you're ready to start, put on an old, dark colored T-shirt or an easily removable shirt or outfit that you won't mind getting stained. You’ll also want to drape an old, dark-colored towel over your shoulders and secure it with a hair clip. Applying a bit of After Color (included in the box with your Garnier color) near your hairline, ears, and neck will keep the color from dying your skin and save you some forehead scrubbing later on.
Dyeing hair at home can get messy if you’re not in the know. So, when you're ready to start, put on an old, dark colored T-shirt or an easily removable shirt or outfit that you won't mind getting stained. You’ll also want to drape an old, dark-colored towel over your shoulders and secure it with a hair clip. Applying a bit of After Color (included in the box with your Garnier color) near your hairline, ears, and neck will keep the color from dying your skin and save you some forehead scrubbing later on.
Hair color deposits evenly when the hair is dry and unwashed, so for the best results, start with dry hair and detangle ahead of time. After detangling, section your hair to ensure that all hair gets saturated with color. First create a part down the middle of your head, and then split the hair into four sections, two in the front of the ears and two in the back. Plastic clips will hold the hair so that the detangling and sections can stay in place. Be sure not to use metal clips.
Hair color deposits evenly when the hair is dry and unwashed, so for the best results, start with dry hair and detangle ahead of time. After detangling, section your hair to ensure that all hair gets saturated with color. First create a part down the middle of your head, and then split the hair into four sections, two in the front of the ears and two in the back. Plastic clips will hold the hair so that the detangling and sections can stay in place. Be sure not to use metal clips.
Put on the gloves provided in the hair color kit and mix up the colorant and developer according to the instructions. Make sure to cover the bottle tip with your gloved finger and shake it to mix the color mixture together thoroughly. Use the color mixture immediately after shaking.
Put on the gloves provided in the hair color kit and mix up the colorant and developer according to the instructions. Make sure to cover the bottle tip with your gloved finger and shake it to mix the color mixture together thoroughly. Use the color mixture immediately after shaking.
Full head application is for when you:
- Have never colored your hair before.
- Want to change your current color to something darker.
- Have not colored in more than 3 months.
For root touch-up application: Use this application when you:
- Want to re-do your roots
- Color with this or similar shade every 4-6 weeks
When time is up, keeping your gloves on, before rinsing, add a small amount of water and massage hair into a lather for 1 minutes.
Rinse hair until the water runs clear.
To finish, apply the included
After Color conditioner provided in your kit. Leave on 2-5 minutes then rinse.
Once you’ve rinsed out the conditioner, towel dry (with an old or dark-colored towel), style, get ready to rock your new shade with confidence.
When time is up, keeping your gloves on, before rinsing, add a small amount of water and massage hair into a lather for 1 minutes.
Rinse hair until the water runs clear.
To finish, apply the included
After Color conditioner provided in your kit. Leave on 2-5 minutes then rinse.
Once you’ve rinsed out the conditioner, towel dry (with an old or dark-colored towel), style, get ready to rock your new shade with confidence.
Now that you’ve got gorgeous, salon-quality color, you’ll want to maintain your results by avoiding sun, water, salt, and chlorine. While most people think of shampoo as the culprit in fading freshly colored locks, just plain water can also cause color to lift from your hair’s outer layer. Consider using dry shampoo to keep hair clean and volumized while reducing the risk of color fade. When you’re ready to wash and condition be sure to use a color safe shampoo and conditioner. To moisturize and tame fly aways, style your new do with Garnier’s Hair Honey Repairing Serum.
By following these simple tips for dyeing your hair at home you can get the healthy, vibrant, hair of your dreams without the time-consuming and expensive trips to the salon.
Now that you’ve got gorgeous, salon-quality color, you’ll want to maintain your results by avoiding sun, water, salt, and chlorine. While most people think of shampoo as the culprit in fading freshly colored locks, just plain water can also cause color to lift from your hair’s outer layer. Consider using dry shampoo to keep hair clean and volumized while reducing the risk of color fade. When you’re ready to wash and condition be sure to use a color safe shampoo and conditioner. To moisturize and tame fly aways, style your new do with Garnier’s Hair Honey Repairing Serum.
By following these simple tips for dyeing your hair at home you can get the healthy, vibrant, hair of your dreams without the time-consuming and expensive trips to the salon.
