Well, let me tell you, I’ve been dyin’ my hair for longer than some of you young’uns have been alive. So, I know a thing or two about them roots. Now, how often you can color your roots? That’s a question I get asked all the time.
See, it ain’t like paintin’ a fence. You can’t just slap another coat on whenever you feel like it. Your hair, it’s alive, well, sort of. And it grows, just like the weeds in my garden. You gotta be mindful of that. My hair, it grows faster than a bad rumour. It’s true that the hair grows about half an inch every month. So, the roots, they start showin’ up before you know it, specially if you got grays like me.
Most folks, they say you should color your roots every 4 to 6 weeks. That’s a pretty good rule of thumb. But, listen, it really depends on your hair. Some people, their hair grows slower, like a snail. Others, it’s like a runaway horse. It’s really depends on your hair.
And then there’s the color. If your natural color is close to your dyed color, you can probably stretch it out a bit. But if you got dark hair and you dye it blonde, well, honey, them roots are gonna be screamin’ at you in no time. So, if you’re going for a big change, you might need to color your roots more often.
Now, I ain’t sayin’ you gotta run to the salon every time a little bit of gray peeks through. There are things you can do at home. They got these root touch-up kits now. They’re like little miracles in a box. You just mix ’em up and dab ’em on your roots, and poof! Grays are gone. It’s easy as pie, even for an old gal like me.
But be careful with them things. You don’t want to overdo it. Too much dye can damage your hair, make it brittle and dry. It is OK to dye your hair every 4 weeks. And you don’t want that, trust me. I’ve seen some ladies with hair like straw, all fried and frizzy. It ain’t pretty.
Here’s a little tip from me: if you’re gonna color your roots at home, make sure you do a test first. You know, on a little patch of skin. Some people are sensitive to the chemicals, and you don’t want to end up with a rash or somethin’ worse.
And another thing, when you’re colorin’ your roots, try not to overlap too much with the hair that’s already colored. Just focus on the new growth. That way, you won’t end up with uneven color, and it’ll be less damagin’ to your hair.
- Color your roots every 4-6 weeks. This is just a general guideline, though.
- Consider your hair growth rate. Faster growth means more frequent touch-ups.
- Think about the color difference. Bigger difference means more noticeable roots.
- Use root touch-up kits for in-between coloring. They’re easy and convenient.
- Don’t overuse hair dye. It can damage your hair if you’re not careful.
- Do a test patch before using dye at home. You don’t want an allergic reaction.
- Avoid overlapping dye on already colored hair. This can cause uneven color and damage.
Now, if you’re goin’ to the salon, that’s a whole different story. Them stylists, they know what they’re doin’. They can match your color perfectly, and they use all sorts of fancy products to protect your hair. But, let’s be honest, it ain’t cheap. Goin’ to the salon every few weeks can put a dent in your wallet. That’s why I learned to do it myself.
But even if you go to the salon, you still gotta take care of your hair at home. Use a good conditioner, one that’s made for color-treated hair. And try not to wash it too often. Every time you wash, you’re strippin’ away some of the color. I only wash mine once or twice a week. I know, some of you city folks think that’s gross, but hey, it works for me.
One more thing. The sun, it can fade your color, too. So, if you’re gonna be outside a lot, wear a hat or use one of them sprays that protect your hair from the sun. They even make ’em with a little bit of color in ’em, so you can touch up your roots while you’re at it. Ain’t that somethin’? Give yourself rainbow roots.
So, there you have it. Everythin’ you ever wanted to know about colorin’ your roots. Just remember, be kind to your hair, and it’ll be kind to you. And don’t be afraid to experiment a little. Life’s too short to have borin’ hair. And don’t wait longer than 8 weeks. Well, that’s all for now. I gotta go check on my garden. Them weeds ain’t gonna pull themselves.
