Ion Semi-permanent Hair Color Dye is a hair dye set that Sally Beauty sells online and in stores. The colors come in 10 different shades which cover the hair from the roots to the ends with style.
Ion Semi-permanent hair color is used on hair to provide a color that will last longer. This is accomplished by preparing the dye, having the right supplies, application techniques, hair color maintenance, and following the directions carefully on the box.
Here are the steps to follow in order to use the ion semi-permanent dye correctly.
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Step 1: Preparation
During the preparation process, it is important to decide on your color. Depending on your style and personal preference, there are different kinds of hair dyes that are perfect for your style.
Some like to go for brighter colors such as hot pink, purple, and blue. If looking to go with a more subtle color, dyeing your hair light or dark brown, blonde, or balayage may be a good fit.
Look at the best hair colors to find your perfect hair color dye based on recent trends.
Step 2: Gather Your Supplies
The first supply you will need is the ion hair dye. Along with the hair dye, there are other supplies that will be needed.
- Vaseline
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Hair dye supply kit
- Mixing bowl
- Brush
- Gloves
- Hair clips
- A towel
You can readjust this supply list depending on the kit you choose to buy. Some kits provide most of these supplies inside already.
Wash Hair
The first thing you should do before dyeing your hair is to wash your hair. Using a sulfate-free shampoo will maximize your benefits in the process of dyeing your hair. Use a towel to dry the hair evenly, leaving the hair damp without it becoming dripping wet.
Section Your Hair
Put your hair into sections using a comb. Start combing the back of your hair, splitting the hair into sections until you reach the front of your head.
Protect Skin and Clothes
Protecting your skin and clothes from hair dye is important. In order to protect your skin and body, apply Vaseline to your hairline, making sure the Vaseline doesn’t get in your hair. In addition to applying Vaseline to your hair, try wearing older clothes that could potentially be ruined.
Step 3: Apply the Dye
In order to start applying the dye to your hair, follow these steps.
Mix it up
First, wear a pair of gloves to prevent dye from getting on your hands. Next, mix the hair dye together by putting the dye into a mixing bowl.
Use your applicator brush to evenly spread the dye throughout. After the dye has been mixed all the way it is time to apply it.
Apply
Find one of the individually parted sections of your hair and part the sections into tinier sections. After splitting the hair into sections and apply the dye starting from the roots of your hair with your applicator brush.
After the hair has been coated with the hair dye, massage the product into your hair using your hands to spread it evenly. Repeat this process until you reach all of your sections, coated in the hair color.
Set a Timer
After applying the product to your hair, the product needs to sit on your scalp for 25 minutes. If you are looking for a longer-lasting color, use a shower cap and place your head under a hood dryer for about 10 minutes.
Step 4: Maintain Your Hair Color
After dyeing your hair, you will want to use care to protect your hair color and keep it from fading away.
Hair Routine
Following a hair care routine can provide your hair with maximum results.
1. After your hair has been dyed, wait 72 hours before washing your hair.
Waiting this long to wash your hair will prevent the hair color from fading too fast. Letting the hair dye absorb long enough into your hair will prevent the hair color from washing out in the shower.
2. Use sulfate-free shampoo and conditioner.
Sulfate-free shampoos prevent hair dye from fading, as well as reduce the stripping of natural oils from your hair. If sulfate-free shampoos aren’t used, there is more of a risk of damaged hair, since it has been colored.
3. Add some Dye to Your Conditioner
Adding dye to your conditioner will keep your hair color looking more vibrant. Slightly dyeing your hair every time you wash your hair will prevent the roots growing in from becoming too drastic.
4. Use cold water
In the shower, using colder water will help your hair to stay healthier and keep its color. Washing your hair with warm water opens the cuticles more and will potentially wash your color out faster.
5. Wash less
Washing your hair less is actually the best thing you can do for your hair. The more you wash your hair each week, the less amount of time you will get to enjoy your new hair color.
6. Use Heat Protectant
Using a heat protectant will help your hair to stay healthy before using any heat products. An even better choice would be to not put any heat into your hair possible.
Do’s and Don’ts
In order for the hair color to have the best result, follow the instructions as well as the do’s and don’ts to prevent disasters from happening.
Read the Packaging Instructions
Reading the instructions all the way through to make sure everything done is going to be correct. Do this before putting any dye into your hair.
Set a Timer
Setting a timer will help you know how long to let the dye sit in your hair. If the dye wasn’t set for long enough, then the hair color may not turn out the way you want.
Use Gloves and Towels
Without using gloves and towels, the dye will stain almost everything if attempting to dye hair without using extras like gloves and towels.
Keeping all of these things in mind and following all of the directions will help you use the Ion product effectively and efficiently.