Content
In order to decolorize the hair correctly, you must have the necessary products of good quality, such as hydrogen peroxide volume 30 or 40, and the bleaching powder, always in the proportion of 2 parts of hydrogen peroxide to 1 of bleaching powder.
Despite being an aesthetic procedure that does not pose any health risks, some people may have allergic reactions, which is why it is recommended that the contact test be done on a small part of the forearm, before applying the product on the entire body.
Step by step to discolor hair at home
If you have never done hair discoloration at home before, it is recommended to apply a small amount of the products, respecting the proportions, on the forearm and wait 15 minutes.
During this period it is normal to feel mild itching, but it should not hurt or become too red, after 15 minutes, remove the product, if there are no bubbles or great irritation, it is safe to perform on the body, except for the face and private parts .
In order to bleach hair properly at home, the following steps must be followed:
- Apply a moisturizing oil over all the skin that you want to discolor, such as sweet almonds or coconut, for example;
- Mix until obtaining a homogeneous cream, two tablespoons of hydrogen peroxide volume 30 or 40, for a plastic spoon of bleaching powder;
- Apply a thick layer of bleaching powder and hydrogen peroxide to the skin with a soft bristle brush;
- Massage the part where the product was applied with latex gloves, lightly and in circular movements;
- After 30 minutes, remove the entire product in a warm water bath, with mild soap and without bath sponges.
Immediately after removing the product, it is recommended to exfoliate the area where the hair is discolored, as chemicals that damage the skin were used, it is necessary to remove the damaged and dead skin layers. Check out 4 natural exfoliating recipes for each skin type.
To finish the process and maintain the health of the skin, it is recommended to apply moisturizing cream over the entire area that has been discolored.
This procedure can also be done in cosmetic clinics, and takes the name of moon bath, where the beautician performs the process on the entire body.
Care during and after the procedure
In order to have the expected result, it is necessary that the pot where the mixture will be made and the spoon to measure the correct quantity, are made of plastic, as this maintains the quality of the products.
In addition, when the product is on the skin, it is recommended to avoid exposure to the sun, in addition to not using anything that can speed up the discoloration process, such as hair dryers or aluminum foil.
After discoloration of the hair, it is necessary to maintain the daily routine of skin hydration, in addition to not taking very hot baths or using very firm bath loops, as after this procedure the skin becomes more sensitive and can dry out and break easily. It is also indicated not to discolor the hair again for at least 30 days.
Can pregnant women and nursing mothers discolor their hair?
Even if it is a simple procedure, hair bleaching is not indicated for pregnant or breastfeeding women, and it is necessary to remove doubts related to which products can be used with the obstetrician or gynecologist.
Created by: Tua Saúde Editorial Team