Over the ages people have always devised ways to improve their looks, to conform to the dictates of fashion or even to look younger. Hair coloring must be one of the most common methods employed to achieve all of the above. It is a hugely popular method of obtaining a different look, whatever the motivation behind the desire to look different. Dyeing the head is, without a doubt, the most popular cosmetic procedure in the world today.
It is interesting to note that only seven per cent of women in the United States colored their hair half a century ago. Today, more than three quarters of all women freely admit that they treat their heads on a regular basis. Some simply enrich their natural colors, others disguise their greyness whilst many simply want to obtain a totally new look by affecting a drastically different color.
But it is not only women that dye. Men and teenagers of both sexes see dyeing as a normal, perfectly ordinary part of their personal hygiene and self care routines. Dyeing takes many forms, from simply enriching the present color to completely changing the color. Streaks, highlights and accentuations are all popular too. It may even be said that dyeing is a part of modern culture.
Anyone that wants to change or maintain their color has two basic options. On the one hand it is cheaper to purchase a home kit, but there are inherent dangers such as an unsatisfactory color or damage to the hair. Many consumers can testify to disastrous results that took a lot of effort and added expenditure to fix. A salon is much more expensive but it generally provides better results.
It is important to understand that almost all modern dyes have one or both of two potentially harmful chemicals as a main ingredient. There is peroxide, which can cause dryness and loss of volume. Then there is ammonia, which separates the cuticles in order to allow the dye to penetrate properly. Most dyes also contain alcohol which is also known to cause additional dryness.
Experts agree that it is best to entrust a professional with the task of dying the head. Because the chemicals that for a major part of the dye can damage the hair, it is better to opt for a professional service that will also ensure that additional products are applied to make sure that no permanent damage is done. Dye should never be used in isolation and many home kits do not include conditioners.
Nobody needs to be shy or apprehensive about changing their hair color. It is an accepted practice and it is safe, as long as it is done by using reputable products or by going to professional salons. A new color or an enhancement of an existing color can do wonders for the self image and there is also absolutely nothing wrong with the desire to change the way one looks.
Hair coloring has become a common practice. Care should be taken, however, to use only the best quality home care products or to make sure that the salon has experience in this field. There is certainly nothing wrong with wanting a change or by desiring a new look.
It is interesting to note that only seven per cent of women in the United States colored their hair half a century ago. Today, more than three quarters of all women freely admit that they treat their heads on a regular basis. Some simply enrich their natural colors, others disguise their greyness whilst many simply want to obtain a totally new look by affecting a drastically different color.
But it is not only women that dye. Men and teenagers of both sexes see dyeing as a normal, perfectly ordinary part of their personal hygiene and self care routines. Dyeing takes many forms, from simply enriching the present color to completely changing the color. Streaks, highlights and accentuations are all popular too. It may even be said that dyeing is a part of modern culture.
Anyone that wants to change or maintain their color has two basic options. On the one hand it is cheaper to purchase a home kit, but there are inherent dangers such as an unsatisfactory color or damage to the hair. Many consumers can testify to disastrous results that took a lot of effort and added expenditure to fix. A salon is much more expensive but it generally provides better results.
It is important to understand that almost all modern dyes have one or both of two potentially harmful chemicals as a main ingredient. There is peroxide, which can cause dryness and loss of volume. Then there is ammonia, which separates the cuticles in order to allow the dye to penetrate properly. Most dyes also contain alcohol which is also known to cause additional dryness.
Experts agree that it is best to entrust a professional with the task of dying the head. Because the chemicals that for a major part of the dye can damage the hair, it is better to opt for a professional service that will also ensure that additional products are applied to make sure that no permanent damage is done. Dye should never be used in isolation and many home kits do not include conditioners.
Nobody needs to be shy or apprehensive about changing their hair color. It is an accepted practice and it is safe, as long as it is done by using reputable products or by going to professional salons. A new color or an enhancement of an existing color can do wonders for the self image and there is also absolutely nothing wrong with the desire to change the way one looks.
Hair coloring has become a common practice. Care should be taken, however, to use only the best quality home care products or to make sure that the salon has experience in this field. There is certainly nothing wrong with wanting a change or by desiring a new look.
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