Do you know what fantasy colors are? Find out more about how to incorporate this hairstyle into your look and the main precautions.
Fantasy colors are those that are not part of natural hair tones, that is, no one is born with hair that color. Thus, fantasy colors are orange, very bright red, blue, lilac, pink, among a multitude of other tones. This style became popular in the 70s, with the punk movement, and has been present in many people’s hair ever since.
In addition to there being stronger tones, such as purple and pink, it is possible to make the look more discreet with pastel tones. Additionally, you can unleash your creativity by dyeing your hair more than one color, investing in the rainbow style, in which the hair is dyed with bands of violet, light blue, dark blue, green, yellow and orange. More recently, the galaxy hair trend also emerged, mixing shades of turquoise blue, violet, purple and pink, giving the impression of a galaxy in the hair.
If you want to dye your hair a fantasy color, but don’t know how to start, we’ve come up with some tips to show you that it’s no big deal. In Brazil, YouTuber Luíza Junqueira became very famous making videos about colored hair dyed at home. Therefore, we can see that, with a lot of dedication, this is a look that you can always carry. However, if you are going to color your hair in fantasy tones for the first time, it is recommended that you go to a professional.
How to dye your hair a fantasy color
For those who want to break out of their routine and give their look a more fun look, fantasy colors are a great alternative. The simple fact of having colored hair already highlights the look. Furthermore, anyone, at any age can join the style, there is no need to be afraid. You can find the color and style that best suits your personality to feel more authentic and confident. So, without further ado, find out more about how to color your hair.
Fantasy color dyes are not permanent like others, which on the one hand is good, as it damages the hair less. However, this type of hair will require more touch-ups as it loses color more easily. The first step to coloring your hair is bleaching it, as this will make the strands porous, better receiving the dye. It is also important that the hair is very strong and healthy, so as not to leave it brittle. And don’t forget to always do a strand test first.
Additionally, lighter colors, such as baby blue, millennial pink and lavender, require more bleaching. While darker tones last in just one bleaching process, lighter colors will need to go through this process more than once. Another option, if you don’t want to bleach it and your hair is virgin, is to use dyes with ammonia. This way, the hair cuticles will be opened to receive the fantasy color, but without the hair being as damaged.
How to maintain fantasy color
Fantasy colors fade more easily, so you’ll need to dedicate more effort to make the strands colorful and beautiful. The first step is to follow a hair schedule, as you will have to touch up the dye more often. Therefore, don’t forget to follow a nutrition, reconstruction and hydration routine. Additionally, reduce the amount of hair washing and invest in specific shampoos and conditioners for colored hair.
To touch up your fantasy color, you can use toners, applying them directly to your hair. But if your hair color is lighter, in the style of pastel tones, mix the toner with a white hair mask, this way it will be possible to visualize the color your hair will turn out, adding more or less toner. Furthermore, the ideal is to touch up every 15 or 20 days.
Most famous colors
Mermaid Hair
Here YouTuber Luíza Junqueira did the famous “mermaid hair”, with a gradient of lilac that goes through blue until it reaches green, in lighter tones.
Dark blue
This is one of the most common colors when choosing to dye your hair in a fantasy color.
Pastel colors
Pink and blue in pastel tones are also a trend among fantasy colors. In addition to giving a more delicate charm to the hair.
Purple
Another super popular color in colored hair is purple.
Fantasy red
Singer Hayley Williams, from the band Paramore, became well known for having colorful hair, especially red and orange.
How to cover fantasy color
A question that may arise for you who want to try a fantasy color or already have colored hair is how to go back to your natural hair color. But before knowing how to do this, it is important to pay attention to the health of your hair. This is because some treatments to return the natural color use chemicals that can weaken the hair. Therefore, always invest in your care routine, so that they remain very resistant.
Look for products with ceramides, which prevent breakage, dryness and porosity. Furthermore, do not abandon your hydration, nutrition and reconstruction care routine either before or after removing the fantasy color from your hair. Furthermore, know that the best option for covering colored hair is to wait for it to fade naturally. You can also speed up this process with detox shampoos, which penetrate deeper into the hair fiber.
Cover fancy color with dark colors
If you want to cover the fantasy color with a darker shade, just wait for your hair to fade. Wash it more frequently using detox shampoo, as we mentioned, and moisturize it two to three times a week, so that the hair stays strong.
Once your hair is faded enough, simply use the dark toner of your choice. It will penetrate the hair well, returning it to its natural color. When the fantasy color is very resistant, like red, it is possible that the hair will have some reflections after it is dyed. In this case, just follow the instructions on the box, making the touch-ups within the recommended time.
With light colors
Covering colored hair with lighter colors can be trickier. This is because you cannot apply light dye to fantasy-colored hair, as it will not be able to provide coverage. It is important to wait for the hair to fade, almost white, before trying to cover it.
Another alternative is to strip the wires. This procedure manages to remove the artificial pigment from the hair, preparing it to receive a new dye. Depending on the color in your hair, you will need to perform this procedure more than once to completely remove the pigments.
However, as this process is done with hydrogen peroxide and a powder similar to bleaching, the strands must be very strong and hydrated so as not to be damaged in the process. Furthermore, these products are not compatible with the chemicals used in relaxing and straightening, so if your hair has undergone these procedures, it is best to wait for your hair to fade naturally.
Inspirations
Sources: Loréal Paris Salon Line Hair
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