How to Color Your Hair Extensions

If you want to color your hair extensions, make sure that you buy only those that are made from natural hair. Synthetic hair cannot be dyed as it is made from nylon or polyester. Human hair can be dyed pretty much the same way you dye your own hair, which means that the process is not only similar, but that you can also use different types of hair color for dyeing.  

If you buy a box of color from a drugstore, it will include all the things that you need- including a developer applicator bottle and a pair of gloves. Some high-end hair color products also come with a small bottle or pouch of conditioner. However, if you buy a special product from a beauty boutique, you will have to buy these separately.

1. Pick a right color 

If it is your first time, pick a color not so far away from your original hair color in order to be safe, preferably 2 shades away from your natural hair color.

2. Mix the dye together

If you're dying your hair a darker shade, mix with 10% developer. If you're dying it one or two shades lighter, use 20%. If you're dying it more than 5 shades lighter, use 30% developer. 40 and 50% are for bleaching and for professional use, so unless you're getting help from someone who does it for a living, avoid using those at all costs.

3. Apply the dye to your hair in sections

Make the sections small enough and be sure to coat all your hair with dye, so it will seep through all your hair and doesn't come out streaky. (wear gloves!)

4. Set a timer for the amount of time it says on the box

Wait the time up, wash the dye then leave some conditioner in your hair for about five minutes. Wash it again then allow your hair to dry naturally instead of blow-drying. Avoid exposing your newly dyed hair in the sun for at least a day. UV rays can interfere with freshly applied hair dye. 

Tips: 

Before applying dye to hair, coat your hairline, ears and neck with Vaseline or a lip balm, this prevents staining.