The 5 best hair dyes to do yourself at home
Aspiring DIY colorists, this article is for you. Say goodbye to strong chemical odors and scalp irritations forever with the new ammonia-free tint kits! Known for being an excellent oxidizing agent, ammonia is also responsible for burns and irritation and, in severe cases, for hair loss. Unlike standard dyes, those without oxidants are more natural and less toxic. Made up of oils plants and natural active ingredients, not only give the hair a vibrant and luminous color, but also care for and moisturize it.
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Today many brands such as L "Oréal Paris, Garnier or Schwarzkopf have launched into the production of chemical-free dyes. Here are what we have identified as the 5 best colors, selected on the basis of their coverage, strength and composition.
1. Permanent tint Olia by Garnier
It is a non-drip, ammonia-free and 100% opaque cream dye, made up of 60% flower oil of natural origin. Finally a non-apple-scented product with a pleasant floral fragrance! Awarded a Beauty Test Award in 2018, this hair dye is available in 39 shades. Do you want a bright blonde? A chocolate brown? Mahogany or jet black? Whatever your basic color, natural or already dyed, the wide range of shades available will allow you to satisfy all your wishes.
The oil contained, in addition to moisturizing, conveys the pigments to the heart of the hair, guaranteeing a more covering and luminous result. To complete the treatment, included in the package, there is a conditioner to be used after washing which further nourishes the hair and softens them after coloring.
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2. Schwarzkopf Palette Oleo Intense
This dye, with oil and ammonia free, easy to use at home with its kit, is extremely gentle on the hair and guarantees professional coverage even for white ones. Like a product available at the hairdresser, it gives deep nourishment and lasting color to your hair. The conditioner, present in the kit, contains nourishing and natural argan oil, known for making hair soft, silky and shiny. These, at the end of the coloring, will visibly have a healthier and stronger appearance.
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3. Euphidra Colorpro XD with hyaluronic acid
Euphidra permanent dye is particularly suitable for sensitive skin.Its extra delicate formula, without ammonia, resorcinol and parabens, prevents irritation, itching and redness. It is able to cover gray hair and guarantee a bright, intense and long-lasting color. Its particular feature is the presence of hyaluronic acid which, by penetrating the hair fiber, promotes hydration, shine and softness of the hair. Also in this case there is a conditioner in the package to be used after washing the color.
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4. Casting Crème Gloss by L "Oréal Paris
This dye from L "Oréal, easy to use thanks to its creamy texture, is ideal for obtaining an intense color from the first application. In fact, it has been tested that the shade begins to fade after about 28 shampoos, guaranteeing total coverage of white hair throughout the period. The absence of ammonia gives this permanent color a pleasant scent, does not irritate the scalp and does not weaken the hair both in the lengths and ends. The package includes a nourishing mask, different depending on the nuance chosen and enriched. with natural extracts: coconut for an intense dark color, hazelnut for a luminous brown shade, goji for auburn reflections and honey for a radiant blond.The Casting Crème Gloss range is available in 10 different colors.
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5. Bionike Shine On Fast rapid coloring treatment
This line of permanent colors is designed to offer a color with a shutter speed of only 10 minutes. The formula is without ammonia, without resorcinol, without phenylenediamines and nickel tested. The product guarantees a long-lasting color while respecting the sensitivity of the hair and scalp. The very short application time makes this color suitable for those who do not have much free time at home but still want a manicured, shiny and bright color hair. The ideal is to use this dye to revive the color or change its reflection, if there are not many white hairs to cover yet.
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Ammonia is a chemical substance that, in some subjects, can cause allergies and irritation of the scalp. Subjecting the hair to a coloring with ammonia, in addition to the use of shampoo, conditioner and various masks containing silicone, means suffocating them. This is why those with dyed hair often notice that they lose their shine and begin to fall out more easily.
It is preferable to use coloring products that do not contain ammonia but that are composed of oils or other natural substances, much more delicate and less aggressive. Thanks to the moisturizing elements contained in this type of dye, the hair will be more nourished, healthy and shiny.
First of all, it is important to choose the hair color that best suits your complexion. If you have a rather pale skin tone, it is best to avoid a color that is too dark. Conversely, blonde hair is not ideal for people with a dark or olive complexion.
To choose the right color it is then very important to always consider its composition. Avoid ingredients like ammonia and silicones!
The goal of a dye is to give the hair not only a new color, but also reflections and shine, covering all the whites. During the weeks following the treatment, it is important to take care of the dyed hair to prevent it from becoming dull. and that the color fades quickly.Therefore, there are products dedicated to colored hair such as shampoos, conditioners and masks rich in nourishing active ingredients that are able to revive the hair color.
What is the best product to cover gray hair?If you want to hide white hair, the best solution is to resort to a permanent dye, so as to have a covering and homogeneous color on the entire hair. To avoid not only weakening the hair, but also to end up with unpleasant irritation of the scalp, the ideal is to choose a dye without ammonia. Better to prefer an oil-based cream product, so that the pigment can penetrate deep into the skin. hair to ensure a deep and long-lasting color.
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