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Does it damage it hair?

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That's the nice thing about using washable markers (Crayola or other); there will be no damage to your hair.

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How long does it take for it to get out of your hair?

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If you use Crayola's ultra washable marker, you can get it out immediately if you dip it in water. You will need to test other types of washable markers but they should be similar in response.

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Isn't the ink damaging to your hair?

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Good question. Sharpies will damage your hair, but washable marker is fine.

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Can I blow dry my hair after dyeing?

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Yes.

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I have brown hair. Is this a problem? What color should I use?

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Light colors may not come out, but darker colors will.

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My hair is dark brown. I want to dye a section blue. What shades are best?

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Dark shades will blend best with your hair. A light, silvery blue can also look very cool.

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Will washable markers permanently dye hair? Or will it come out after washing?

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Washable markers are exactly what they say they are: washable! They will not stay in any hair type permanently. Sometimes it takes more than one washing to remove them, but they will definitely (eventually) come out.

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What if I have black hair?

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Black hair is very dark and some colors may not show. You will probably want to go with a neon color, which will appear bolder and brighter.

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Des it matter if it's a Crayola marker?

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It doesn't matter if it's Crayola or not, but if it want it for sure to come out, use washable markers. Otherwise, you might possibly have a tint leftover, if that's what you want.

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Is it better to have clean hair or greasy hair?

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Clean hair is best.

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How can I prevent my hair from being sticky?

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Don't use too much conditioner at once.

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Are parents usually OK with this?

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If you tell them it will come out as soon as you wash your hair (which it will), they will normally be fine.

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Would this work with Sharpies?

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Sharpies will damage your hair almost as bad as hair dye, and will often look bad after a few washes. They also won't wash out. You will need to either re-dye your hair, or cut off the dyed section(s).

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Will this damage African American hair?

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No. If you are worried after dyeing your hair that it will damage your hair, use conditioner on the part that was dyed, then wash it a few times and repeat.

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Can I mix colors?

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Yes. You'll get a different colors, so experiment mixing.

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Can I use a blue marker?

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Yes. You can use whatever color suits you.

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Mine turned out lighter. What should I do ?

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You could attempt to rub more color/ink in, or of there is no ink left in the marker, you could use another marker.

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What color would go with light brown?

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Blue, purple, green, and any dark color.

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Why not put hair dye in my hair?

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This is a good temporary method. It lasts three days maximum. If you want to dye your hair for Halloween, for instance, or if you want to try a color out before you dye your hair with longer-lasting dye.

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I want the dye to last for a while. What markers should I use?

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Use non-washable markers. Permanent markers will damage your hair more, but they will last longer. If you want lasting hair color, though, it might be better to just get hair dye. Or try the Kool-Aid method , which will last longer than washable markers without being as potentially damaging as permanent ones.

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Can I use a hair dryer instead of leaving the foil on for 30 minutes?

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Yes, It will speed up the process if you're running short on time, but it may dry out your hair to some extent.

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After I put the dye and conditioner mixture in my hair and let it dry, do I have to rinse it with cold water afterwards?

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Yes. Never use hot water because it will rinse the color out.

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If I had blonde hair and I used black marker, would it come out easily?

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It would be the strongest hold because the two colors are very contrasting. The stronger the color, the more it shows up on hair and the harder it is to wash out.

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Can I use sharpie? I want it to stay for longer.

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Sharpie can damage your hair. Use washable markers of your choice. If you want it to stay longer, then there are other great options for dying your hair.

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Does the Crayola marker have to be washable? Does it still work the same if its not?

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All Crayola markers are washable, so you don't have to worry about it. If it's not washable, it will still work, it will just be harder to wash out of your hair.

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Is there any way to conserve the extra hair dye after use?

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Yes, you can put whatever is leftover in a plastic bag and put it in the fridge until you are ready to use it.

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Why not just color the hair, without adding conditioner or taking the marker apart?

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You can do it that way, but it will take longer to do and may not show up as well.

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Can I dip my hair in the dye?

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Whatever makes you happy! It said on preparing the dye that if you want an intense color to just dip your hair in the dye. The conditioner just makes it less intense. I would recommend using the conditioner though, in my opinion.

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Which color would work best on dirty blond hair: red or green?

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Washable markers are translucent, so whatever color you use them on will show through. Green will show up the best on dirty blond hair. Red may end up looking more orange or brown.

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Will blow drying my hair remove the color?

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No, the ink will wash away with water, blow drying it will not have any effect.

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