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I would recommend using a vitamin D tablet or a clarifying conditioner. Using really hot water every time you wash it can also help.

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Do I have to use sugar-free Kool-Aid?

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Using regular Kool-Aid with sugar will make your hair stickier before washing it, so it is best to use the sugar-free kind.

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How bright will it be if I have dirty blond hair?

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I have dirty blond hair and I found that red works the best (but blue also works well). I soaked for 10 minutes in red -- it lasted almost a year and it stayed very bright for a while. Soaking your hair for 5-7 minutes will result in a very bright color.

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Can you use just hot water or does it need to boil?

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It needs to boil so that the Kool-Aid can mix with the water. However, you can probably use hot water if you mix it well.

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When you say, depending on the hair color, what hair colors?

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If you have a blonde or red hair, then the dye will stay in longer but the dye can be removed faster with brown or black hair.

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Do you have to change shampoo and conditioner?

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No, you do not have to, and the color will still stay for a while. If you use a colorfast shampoo, it'll last longer. Whatever your use, the color will fade over time.

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How old do I need to be to do this?

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Age doesn't matter. You may want to get parental permission first if you are young, though.

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Since I have blonde hair, would I keep my hair in a blue mixture longer or shorter than 5 minutes?

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Leave your hair in the mixture for a shorter amount of time because it is blonde. If you left it in for the same amount of time as a brunette would, the color would be much more vibrant in comparison.

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Can I put my whole head in the water?

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No because you want the mixture boiling hot and that would scald your scalp. That is not safe for the scalp or face.

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Does it work on black hair?

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Yes, but since your hair is a darker color, you may have to soak it for more time, like 20 minutes, to truly see a vibrant color. Do a spot test this to see how much color appears in how much time.

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Does the color come out in chlorine?

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Chlorine will make the color fade faster than usual but shouldn't come completely out. If you have blonde or light hair, it will likely fade faster than it would on darker hair.

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Will color rub off on furniture or clothing after it is dry?

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It shouldn't, unless you make the mix too strong (too much Kool Aid and little water).

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Do I put my hair in when it's still hot?

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You'll want to let the water cool until it is a warm temperature. Not boiling, but not cold.

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If you have short brown hair, what would you do?

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If you have short hair, only dip the tips of your hair and if your hair is at medium length hair, dip at least an inch or two.

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Will dyeing with Kool Aid damage my hair if I go in the sun?

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No it won't damage your hair in the sun. For most people, it is an easy and safe way to dye hair and the sun won't affect it.

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What if I want it for just 3 days with blonde hair?

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Wash your hair at least twice a day when you want the color to come out. It may take longer than three days, but frequent washing will speed up the process and return your hair to its normal color faster.

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Can I take a shower that night?

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You'll usually want to wait a couple of days to shower just to let the dye settle in the hair and then you can. You can shower, just ensure that your hair is in a shower cap and safe from the water.

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How will I know when the dye is dry?

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Your hair will feel like your normal, dry hair, but it will also feel slightly sticky or crunchy because of the Kool Aid.

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How long will the color stay in my hair?

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Kool-Aid dye can take between one month to three months to wash out, depending on your natural hair color.

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How do I keep the color from bleeding or staining pillow covers?

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Keep your hair in a shower cap overnight for good results, then in the morning wash it out and dry the hair thoroughly before touching any fabrics.

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Would shoulder-length hair be considered long?

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The reason they say only for long hair is because baking soda strips the moisture from your hair and the more hair you have the more moisture will be left in the remaining hair. Shoulder length is probably not very long but might be okay if only a small portion is dyed.

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I usually wash my hair every day. Will washing my hair that frequently rinse out the dye sooner?

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Yes, it will definitely fade faster if you shampoo your hair daily. Try every other day instead -- or, if you don't have very oily hair, even every third day.

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My hair is strawberry blonde, how long will it stay in? I plan to use red, purple or blue.

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The length it will last depends on how long you soak it. Cherry tends to remain for months in strawberry blond hair and will look vibrant.

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Would orange work on brown hair?

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It depends on how dark your hair is, but not likely. It might add some reddish tones to your hair, or bring out those already there, but it won't show up unless you bleach your hair.

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How many packets would I need?

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It really depends on the texture and color of your hair, as well as how vibrant you would like your hair to be. Try a few packets, and add as needed.

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My hair is naturally curly and frizzy, do I have to straighten it?

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It would be a lot easier if you did. It's not essential but you'll probably find it helps a lot.

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If I have shorter hair, how can I dip the ends? Is there another way like with foil or something?

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You can mix the Kool Aid with conditioner and a little bit of water and then wrap your hair in foil and let the hair sit in the foil for one to two hours, and then let it dry. Then rinse the conditioner out of your hair.

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If you have black hair would red be able to be seen? If not, what is the best color?

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It all depends on how vibrant you want the color, how many packets of Kool-Aid you use, and which flavors you use. There are lots of charts online that will show you what different flavors look like on different hair colors.

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What do I do the day after I dye my hair?

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Try to not swim in chlorinated water, other than that you really don't have to do anything differently after dyeing your hair.

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Can I swim with it the day after I put it in?

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You can, but the more you get your hair wet, the more the color will start to fade. You may have to repeat the dying process if you want the color to stay.

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