29/ My hair is red and I want to dye it brown, how do I do it?
Are you going to change the red hair dye for a darker one? It's better to opt for a permanent color instead of a toner (Photo: Instagram @imadamejay)
To dye red hair brown, you need to assess the tone of your red hair and darken the strands little by little, if necessary (Photo: Instagram @sensualsierra)
Stopping red hair dye and darkening your hair needs to be a gradual process (Photo: Instagram @andreaschoice)
Do you want to stop using red hair "dye"? See how to do it without staining (Photo: Instagram @mizzchoi)
Switching from red hair dye to a darker one needs special hair care (Photo: Instagram @barefacenikkie)
Red hair is super stylish and very popular when changing hair color. But, after a while with red hair, many women decide to go back to brown. If you've been through this, you know that it's not always so simple to remove the reddish tone from the locks when it's time to darken again.
That's because the red coloring is very pigmented and can leave the wires stained. But you don't have to worry: it is possible, yes, to become a brunette after being a redhead for a while. Want to know how to get the red out of your hair? We've separated some tips to help you darken the strands and adopt the color you prefer. Come check it out and learn how to make it at home!
Dark red hair is easier to darken
Unlike lightening, dyeing hair in darker tones is a simpler procedure. But still, some care needs to be taken! If you leave the dye on longer than you should or choose the wrong shade, your strands may end up with a nuance you weren't expecting.
So, if you don't know how to get the red out of your hair, a good tip is to darken the locks little by little. Start by choosing softer shades before reaching your desired hue. Also, bet on finishers with a UV filter to prevent color fading and the appearance of unwanted reflections.
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How to remove red from hair in the case of more open redheads?
As for those who opted for more open and vibrant shades of red and now want to darken their hair, the process to remove the red from the hair is a little slower. It's just that if you just put a brown color on top, the result can be stained strands and more brittle.
In that case, the best solution is to do a neutralization before completely changing the look. And how to do it? By the rules of colorimetry, the indicated to neutralize the reddish tone are the colors with matte reflection, that is, that have the green pigment in the chemistry. If in doubt, look for a trusted professional to help you.
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Bet on the toner when taking the red out of your hair
Another very common question when changing hair color is choosing the color: after all, is it better to use a permanent color or a toner? This will depend on your goal, of course, but toner is a less aggressive option for highlights. That's because it doesn't contain ammonia and damages the hair fiber much less.
Also, you can use the toner to give your strands a shine when the color is fading. But it's worth remembering that the effect is temporary, so if you're sure you want to go brunette, the ideal is to bet on permanent coloring.
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