How to Bleach Hair Blonde at Home
13 Steps to Blonde Success
Achieving blonde hair at home can be a rewarding but daunting task. By following these 13 steps, you can maximize your chances of success while minimizing damage to your hair.
1. Assess Your Hair's Health
Before applying bleach, evaluate your hair's condition. Damaged or over-processed hair may not be suitable for bleaching.
2. Gather Your Materials
You will need:
- Bleach powder
- Developer
- Plastic mixing dish
- Mixing brush
- Gloves
- Old towels
- Shampoo and conditioner
3. Mix the Bleach
Follow the manufacturer's instructions to mix the bleach powder and developer in the plastic dish. The ratio of bleach to developer will vary depending on the desired level of lift.
4. Apply the Bleach
Using the mixing brush, apply the bleach mixture to your hair starting from the roots. Work in sections and avoid overlapping.
5. Process the Bleach
Allow the bleach to process for the time indicated on the manufacturer's instructions. Check your hair periodically to monitor the progress.
6. Rinse and Shampoo
Once the bleach has processed, rinse your hair thoroughly with cool water. Shampoo to remove any residual bleach.
7. Condition
Apply a deep conditioner to your hair to help restore moisture and repair damage caused by bleaching.
8. Neutralize
Optional: Use a neutralizing shampoo or conditioner to remove any remaining bleach particles from your hair.
9. Dry and Style
Avoid using heat when styling your bleached hair as it can further damage it. Opt for air-drying or use a cool setting on your blow dryer.
10. Protect Your Hair
Bleached hair is more prone to damage, so it's important to protect it from the sun, pollution, and other environmental factors.
11. Moisturize Regularly
Use moisturizing shampoos and conditioners to replenish your hair's natural oils and prevent dryness.
12. Limit Washing
Avoid washing your bleached hair too frequently. Over-washing can strip away natural oils and make your hair more brittle.
13. Get Regular Trims
Bleached hair tends to break more easily, so get regular trims to remove split ends and keep your hair healthy.
By following these steps, you can achieve beautiful blonde hair at home while minimizing damage.
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