Q&A for How to Lighten Black Hair

If you have hair that's been dyed dark brown or black hair, you can't just put a lighter dye on it and achieve the results you want. You'll have to remove that color first with a lightener. In that case, I usually recommend seeing a professional.

There is a natural way, but it isn't fast. It's been said that lemon juice will lighten hair. Soak yoir hair in lemon juice, then sit out in the sun for about 30 minutes. This is a long process and should be done over the course of months.

Yes, you can gradually lighten your hair in a number of different ways, just make sure whatever process you're using doesn't damage your hair when done frequently.

No, cinnamon won't give you chemical burns, but it might irritate your skin. If you experience any itching, redness, or other signs of skin irritation, do not continue to put it on your skin.

If you use a spray of 1 -2 squeezed lemons, a drop of honey, and a tsp of cinnamon (be careful with cinnamon, too much can make your hair brittle). Spray on and go out in the sun for 2 - 3 hours, and you'll have brown, sun-kissed hair! Be sure to rinse it out afterwards.

No; chamomile tea is the only tea known to lighten hair. Lemon juice can also lighten hair, but you have to use caution as it's very acidic and excessive use could eventually cause harm to your hair and scalp.

As a temporary measure, you can use hair chalk to create an ombre effect. There are many videos on how to do an ombre effect using hair chalk.

Sun exposure activates lemon, although you can try using a hairdryer with hot air.

It lasts for about 6-12 washes. You will have to reapply it unless you use color removal. Make sure to use protective shampoo to keep your hair from breaking off.

No, lemon is usually used to reduce dandruff for a few months, as well as to lighten hair. Visit a salon or use your own thinning shears if you want to thin your hair.

You probably can't use apple cider vinegar as it may burn your hair. I recommend using lemon juice.

It has to be cardamom powder; the non-ground seeds won't help you lighten your hair.

You can use a gradual process, and then it won’t be a shocking change if your family suddenly see you blond straight from a dark colour.

This depends on the technique you use. Generally, you can lighten black hair to a medium brown color over one or two months, but it's quite difficult to lighten it to a blonde color. If you want to achieve a lighter brown color, you can use a lightening shampoo. I recommend cycling among several of the techniques listen in this article to avoid damaging your hair. Lastly, be patient! If it doesn't seem to be working at first, just give it some time.

How long it will take depends on how well your hair takes the honey; some people's hair takes longer to bleach than others, so there is no set date.

The best method I found on virgin level 1 black hair is using light blonde hair dye. Apply on roots last, cover with shower cap and you should get medium to light brown hair.

Unless you use chemicals (bleach, box dye), which will lighten your hair in minutes, the process can take anywhere from one to six months depending on the methods and your hair.

Yes lemon will work on black hair. Make sure to mix the lemon juice with all-day conditioner to prevent drying out. If you want your hair to be really light though, it may take a few months. Put the treatment on every day.

Yes. Limes, just like lemons, have natural lightening properties when applied directly on your strands. Use the juice from at least one lime in a spray bottle with water and spray each day before bedtime to noticeably lighten hair without the sun.