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How could I dye my hair blue naturally?

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If your natural hair color is of a lighter shade such as blonde, try using blue unsweetened kool-aid mixed with conditioner. If your hair is dark brown or black it won’t work.

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How old do I have to be?

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If you are under the age of 18, it would be best to ask your parents for permission before attempting to color your hair.

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Do I have to do the last step?

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For the best results, do all the steps.

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If you were to only dye the tips of hair would you use less of the ingredients?

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Yes, use the same proportion of ingredients, but scale the recipe down to however much you need.

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How long does the color stay in my hair?

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It changes the hair pigments, so it's permanent until the hair grows out.

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Does it work on black hair?

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Yes, it can still work on black hair, but it might not be as noticeable at first. It could take multiple treatments to achieve the desired color.

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Will the coffee mixture cover gray?

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Yes, it should do. For best results, use a cotton ball to apply the coffee mixture directly to the gray areas.

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Will these techniques work on reddish-brown hair?

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It should work if your hair is medium to light reddish-brown. If it's much darker, then you may need to bleach it first. You can have this done at a local stylist.

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How dark will the color be?

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The color will be 1 to 2 shades darker depending on the hair color you currently have. For example, if your hair is blonde it will be an ash brown color. If you have dark brown or black hair, however, the new color may not be noticeable.

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How long should I leave the coffee in my hair?

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Leave the coffee in your hair for about one and half hours. The longer it stays in, the darker your hair gets.

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How can I dye my hair black?

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You should use the coffee mixture and leave it in for an hour and half. The longer the mixture stays in, the darker your hair gets. Remember that if you wash your hair a lot, it will start to fade.

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How do I make my hair burgundy using food coloring?

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Use a mix of a ratio of 13 drops red to 1 drop purple to 1 cup conditioner. Leave in for 30 minutes, then wash out using cold water. Keep in mind that if your hair is very dark, the resulting color might not show up, or it might be very dark as well.

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How can I add a pop of color in my hair with no natural items or hair dye?

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Try using colorful hair clips/extensions to add a a pop of color to your hair.

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Does it work on previously dyed hair?

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Yes, but the color may be different than if you did it on undyed hair.

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Where can I get hair chalk? And how long will it last if I wash my hair every 2-3 days?

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You can get hair chalk at CVS or Lester’s, and it will stay in for about two weeks.

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Will this work for males too?

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Yes, this should work for anyone as long as you follow the steps correctly.

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How long will naturally color dyed red hair stay dyed?

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It would start fading eventually, and it will go faster the more you wash it. It could last up to a week without fading.

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If I dye my hair with coffee, how long will the color stay?

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It will stay in for about a week if you shower once a day.

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How do I make my hair color brown without using any hair dye?

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If your hair is light, rinsing it in strong coffee can darken it.

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Do I have to use a tinting brush for the food coloring, or can I use a flat paintbrush?

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A flat paintbrush works. I have used both and got the same results, though it is a bit trickier with the flat paintbrush.

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How can I color my hair white without dye if it's like a red color?

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Bleach your hair and wash with toothpaste, that would leave your hair almost white.

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Can I use a hair dryer instead of sitting in the sun?

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You will have to sit in the sun. The UV light is what will change your hair color, not the heat.

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Will my hair smell like coffee if I dye my hair with coffee?

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It will only smell like coffee until you wash or rinse it out.

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How long does this method last?

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It can last up to a week before the fading will start. It will fade faster the more you wash your hair.

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Does beet juice work on light brown hair?

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Yes, I believe it would, but it really depends on exactly how light your hair is.

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Does the food coloring one work one reddish-brown hair?

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Yes; results are minimal, but you can amp up the red tones in your hair easily with this method.

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What color food coloring do I need to change my black hair to brown?

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You won't be able to do this with food coloring, but check the tips in Lighten Black Hair .

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Why do I have to wait in the sun?

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In the article, it said that it needs heat for the color to latch onto the hair.

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My hair is auburn. Will this work for me?

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It should work if your hair is medium to light reddish-brown. If it's much darker, you may need to bleach it first. You can have this done at a local stylist.

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I dyed my hair using the Kool-Aid method. I am also sucking the Kool-Aid from my hair. Is that safe?

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As it does have conditioner, then that is not a good idea.

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