Why You Should Not Dye Your Hair at Home

At Elan Hair, we know the temptation to dye your hair at home can be strong, especially when those roots start to show. However, we strongly advise against it. Hair coloring is a complex process that requires professional expertise to achieve beautiful, even results without damaging your hair. Here are our top reasons to leave hair dyeing to the experts and some tips to keep your dyed hair looking fabulous.

Uneven Results

We all want the flawless hair color shown on the box at the drugstore, but achieving that perfection is far from simple. Home dyeing often leads to “hot roots,” a situation where your roots turn a warmer reddish-orange color due to incorrect application. Professional colorists at Elan Hair understand the chemistry and timing needed to achieve even, beautiful color from root to tip.

Flat Color

Box dyes typically provide a one-dimensional color, lacking the depth and dimension that professional techniques can offer. At Elan Hair, we blend a variety of shades and formulas tailored to your unique hair type, creating rich, multi-dimensional color that enhances your natural beauty. Different hair types require different developer strengths and processing times, which professionals are trained to manage.

Harsh Chemicals

Drugstore hair dyes often contain harsh chemicals that can damage your hair, irritate your skin, and cause allergic reactions. Ingredients like high levels of ammonia, peroxide, and PPD (paraphenylenediamine) can strip your hair’s natural oils, leaving it dry, dull, and rough. At Elan Hair, we use professional-grade hair color products that are gentler and formulated with higher-quality ingredients to protect your hair’s health and shine.

Costly Corrections

The risks of dyeing your hair at home include not only damaging your hair but also facing costly corrections. Box color mistakes can result in severe damage, requiring professional intervention to correct. In some cases, the damage may be so extensive that you might need a significant haircut to start fresh. Save yourself the trouble and let our skilled colorists at Elan Hair handle your hair color needs from the start.

Additional Tips to Maintain Your Dyed Hair

Even when your hair is professionally colored, it’s important to take steps to maintain its health and vibrancy. Here are our top tips:

– Shampoo Less Often: Washing your hair two to three times a week helps retain your color and keeps your hair conditioned.

– Use Color-Safe Products: Opt for shampoos and conditioners specifically designed for color-treated hair to avoid stripping the color.

– Avoid Heat Styling: Minimize the use of heat tools like curling irons, flat irons, and blow dryers to prevent breakage and dryness.

– Deep Condition Weekly: Apply a deep conditioner once a week to nourish and repair your hair.

– Use Hair Masks: Incorporate hair masks into your routine to lock in moisture and keep your hair hydrated.

– Apply Leave-In Conditioner: Protect your hair from environmental stressors with a lightweight leave-in conditioner.

– Rinse with Cold Water: Use cold water to rinse your hair, as hot water can open the cuticles and cause color to fade.

– Avoid Chlorine: Protect your hair from chlorine by wearing a swim cap or applying a protective leave-in conditioner before swimming.

Dyeing your hair at home may seem convenient, but the risks and potential damage far outweigh the benefits. Trusting your hair to the professionals at Elan Hair ensures stunning, healthy results that box dyes simply can’t achieve. If you’re considering a color change or need maintenance, we’re here to help.

Ready for a professional touch? Visit our website or call us at 615.269.0222 to book your appointment. Let our experienced colorists transform your hair while keeping it healthy and beautiful.