Hair Colouring Techniques

Alkaline products

• Open the cuticle

• Close the cuticle

• Strengthen the hair

• Moisturize the scalp

Aftercare for Coloured Hair - Shampoo

• Anti oxi shampoo- ph balanced

• Moisturizing shampoo- sulfate free

• Clarifying shampoo- deep cleansing

• Volumizing shampoo- for fine hair

Oxidisation process

• Swells the colour molecules

• Decreases the temperature of the substance

• Increases the viscosity of the liquid

• Removes oxygen from the environment

Safety Tips for Hair Treatments - Protective Gear

• gloves and old clothing.

• safety goggles and a mask.

• ear protection and a hairnet.

• apron and rubber boots.

Common Hair Colour Mistakes - Ignoring Instructions

• Following product instructions carefully.

• Using expired hair dye products.

• Mixing different brands of hair dye.

• Applying hair dye on dirty hair.

Resistant hair needs what to help processing

• Pre-softening

• Deep conditioning

• Hair oil treatment

• Heat styling

Primary colours

• Red, Yellow & Blue

• Green, Orange & Purple

• Black, White & Grey

• Pink, Brown & Cyan

Types of Hair Dyes - Natural

• indigo, herbal dyes.

• chemical dyes, synthetic dyes.

• bleach, highlights.

• temporary dyes, permanent dyes.

Types of Hair Dyes - Semi-Permanent

• lasts several washes, no ammonia.

• permanent color, requires touch-ups every month.

• contains high levels of ammonia for better coverage.

• provides a vibrant color that lasts indefinitely.

Aftercare for Coloured Hair - Heat Protection

What should you use before styling?

• Moisturizing cream

• Heat protectant before styling.

• Hair gel

• Leave-in conditioner