| How to Dye Bleached Hair Brown Posted: 20 Feb 2021 12:00 AM PST Maybe you've bleached your hair to dye it a lighter brown, or maybe you're just feeling done with the bleached look—whatever the reason, you're ready for a change! Dyeing bleached hair back to brown isn't hard, but it does involve more steps than your average dye job since you'll need to add warm tones back into your hair. Don't worry though—below we'll walk you through everything you need to do to transform your hair step-by-step. [Edit]Adding Back Warm Undertones - Choose a red protein filler to tint and strengthen the bleached hair.[1] Look for a filler with a strong red tint to add warm undertones back into bleached hair. This will help keep your hair from turning green or ashy when you dye it brown.[2] It also helps the dye adhere to your hair for smooth, even coverage.
- Color layering can be quite tricky, so if this is your first time using a tinted protein filler, you may want to consult with a professional colorist before you start.
- Wear old clothes and spread a towel over your shoulders. Although most color protein fillers are washable, you should shield your clothes as much as possible. Put on some old clothes that you don't care about getting dirty or a hairdresser's cape. Then wrap an old towel around your shoulders to block them from the spray.
- You should also put on a pair of latex gloves before you begin to avoid tinting your skin.
- Dampen your hair before your start using the filler. Fill a spray bottle with water and spray it throughout your hair until it's lightly damp. Don't soak it all the way through—just spray until your hair feels like you've just towel-dried it after a shower.[3]
- Pour the filler into a clean spray bottle and screw the top on. Since your hair is already damp, there's no need to dilute the filler solution. Simply pour the solution straight into the spray bottle and cap it tightly.
- To avoid any contamination, make sure to use a clean spray bottle for the color protein filler.
- Spray the color protein filler all throughout your damp hair. With your latex gloves on, start spraying directly where the bleach begins on your hair. Work in sections, lifting and spraying pieces of hair until all of your bleached hair is thoroughly covered.[4]
- You only need to apply the filler to any bleached or dyed hair! Don't worry about your natural roots, since they aren't brittle or porous from being processed.[5]
- Comb through your hair with a wide-toothed comb. This will help evenly distribute the filler by pulling it through the strands. Start at your roots, or wherever the bleach begins, and gently drag the comb down to the ends of your hair. Once you've combed through all of your hair, rinse off the comb and let it dry.
- Make sure to use a plastic wide-toothed comb that you don't mind getting filler on.
- Let the tinted filler sit for 20 minutes before you start dyeing. Set a timer and let the filler process for a full 20 minutes. Once the time is up, don't rinse the filler out! It should stay in your hair until you finish dyeing and processing the brown dye.[6]
[Edit]Dyeing Your Hair - Choose a color that's 2-3 shades lighter than your final goal color. Since bleached hair is more porous, even with the protein filler, it absorbs more color than healthy hair does and ended up looking much darker than the intended color.[7] You'll want to choose a slightly lighter color to balance out this darkening effect.[8]
- If you're buying based on the image on the front of the box, look for one that's slightly lighter than what you want.[9]
- Protect your skin and clothes with gloves and an old towel. Before you even start mixing dye, put on a pair of latex gloves and lay an old towel around your shoulders to protect your clothes. The color will dye anything it touches, so make sure to wear old clothes that you aren't worried about getting dirty.[10]
- Use a dark towel to hide any stains from the dye.
- Mix and apply the brunette dye according to the box instructions. With an applicator brush and a plastic bowl, measure and mix the dye and developer included in the color kit. Generally, dye and developer should be mixed in a 1:1 ratio, but this can vary between manufacturers. Make sure to follow the instructions on the box and combine the products until they have a creamy consistency.[11]
- Some kits will also include a conditioning or moisturizing treatment.
- Divide your hair into 4 sections and clip them up. Using the pointed end of your applicator brush, part your hair down the middle, then from ear to ear. Clip each section up with a plastic clip to keep them out of the way while you work. Unclip and apply dye to only 1 section at a time.
- Apply the dye to your hair, working section by section. Unclip your first section, then load up your applicator brush with dye and paint it onto a thin layer of hair about thick. Start at the roots and paint the dye onto both sides to thoroughly coat the strands. Work your way through each section until all of your hair is coated.[12]
- Get as close as you can to the base of the roots without touching the scalp.
- If the color matches your natural roots, try to blend it into the roots so you don't have to worry as much about grow-out. Color-matching can be very difficult, though, so unless you have a lot of experience with coloring your hair, you may want to just dye your whole head.[13]
- Let the dye process for the amount of time listed on the box. Most brunette dyes require 30 minutes to process, but always refer to the instructions. Check your hair's progress every 5-10 minutes until the 30 minutes is up.
- Rinse out the dye with lukewarm water until the water runs clean. In a sink or shower, run water through your hair work your fingers through, rinsing out all of the excess dye. Check the water draining down to see if it still has a tint from the dye--when it has no tint, you're done rinsing!
- After rinsing, apply a conditioner for color-treated hair, following the manufacturer's directions. This will help seal in your color.
- Let your hair air-dry instead of blow-drying. Avoid using a blow dryer, since the heat can be too harsh on your freshly processed hair. Instead, pat your hair with a dark towel to remove excess water, then let it air-dry naturally
[Edit]Caring for Processed Hair - Avoid washing your hair for the first 48 hours after dyeing your hair. During this time, the dye will still be oxidizing and settling into your hair. Washing too soon can sometimes lift the color right off the hair, which you definitely want to avoid![14]
- This may mean skipping a workout or two in order to avoid the need to wash your hair.
- You can also wear a shower cap to keep your hair dry in the shower.
- Wash your hair every other day or less. Since washing can cause color fading, only wash every other day at most. You may even want to give your hair 3-4 days between washes, since it will likely be more dry after dyeing.[15]
- If your strands get greasy between washes, try using a dry shampoo.
- Use color-protecting shampoo and conditioner to wash your hair. These gentle, specially formulated products will help your color last longer and keep your hair healthy.[16] Look for ingredients that will moisturize and help remove product buildup without stripping color, such as keratin, natural plant oils, and minerals.[17]
- Avoid using hot styling tools while your hair is still fragile. Since your hair will be more vulnerable to damage after the chemical treatment, you'll want to use as little heat on it as possible. This includes styling tools such as curling irons, straightening irons, and blow dryers.[18]
- If you have to use hot tools, make sure to spray on a heat protectant product first and use either the lowest heat or cool blast setting.
- You should especially avoid using hot styling tools in conjunction with heavy styling products, such as gels, volumizers, hairsprays, and mousses.
- Deep-condition your hair once a week to keep it moisturized. If your locks are still feeling brittle or dry, use a deep conditioning treatment or mask once a week. Work the product through your hair, concentrating on the tips, then run a wide-tooth comb through the strands to make sure it's evenly distributed. Leave the mask on for 20 minutes (or as long as the product directs), then rinse well.[19]
- Look for a moisturizing mask that's specifically formulated for colored hair.
- This is especially important if your hairstyling requires heat tools.
[Edit]Things You'll Need - Red tinted protein filler
- Plastic wide-tooth comb
- 2 spray bottles
- Brown dye
- Applicator brush
- Mixing bowl
- Plastic clips
- Dark towels
- Latex gloves
- Color-protecting shampoo and conditioner
- Deep-conditioning treatments
- Apply a layer of petroleum jelly along your hairline and ears to avoid staining when you apply the brown dye.[20]
- Try a strand test before dyeing your whole head to make sure you're happy with the color. Choose a strand of hair that you can easily hide, and apply the dye according to the box instructions.[21]
[Edit]Warnings - Since dyes and fillers contain chemicals, make sure to dye your hair in a room with proper ventilation, such as open windows and air circulation.
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| How to Treat Your Skin After a Chemical Peel Posted: 19 Feb 2021 04:00 PM PST A chemical peel is a common skin treatment to get rid of sunspots, wrinkles, and dark patches. It's very successful in treating those issues, but what do you do after you have the treatment? Like with any procedure, there are some important aftercare tips to follow so your skin heals well. Always check with your dermatologist for the right steps, but these are the most common ways to treat your skin after a chemical peel. [Edit]Cleaning - Wash your skin gently every day with soap and water. Wet your face, then rub your skin lightly with a hypoallergenic facial cleanser designed for sensitive skin. Rinse your skin to get rid of any suds. This is important for avoiding infections after the treatment.[1]
- Your skin will probably be tender for a few days after the peel, so go easy when you wash your face. Use light pressure and don't scrub your skin hard.
- Your dermatologist might recommend a special cleansing solution instead of plain face soap, especially if you had a deep peel. Always use the product that they recommend.[2]
- Soak crusty areas with a wet washcloth to soften them. If you had a medium or deep peel, then parts of your skin might scab or get crusty. Hold a wet washcloth over these spots for 10 minutes at a time to soften them. Over time, they'll fall off and reveal fresh skin underneath.[3]
- Don't pull off any scabs! This could cause a scar. Let them fall off on their own.
- You probably won't need to do this after a superficial peel, since crusting is very rare with this treatment.
- Depending on the depth of the peel you had, you might have to do these soaks up to 6 times per day. Follow your dermatologist's instructions.[4]
- Apply ointment or moisturizer every time you wash or soak your skin. Use a gentle, hypoallergenic type that won't irritate your skin. Rub a very thin layer onto your skin to lock in moisture and reduce irritation. Unless your dermatologist tells you otherwise, do this after every wash or soak until your skin heals.[5]
- Regular moisturizing also helps reduce pain, since your skin won't dry out.
- Petroleum jelly is a common choice here because it won't irritate your skin.[6]
- Your dermatologist might prescribe a particular moisturizer or antibacterial cream to treat your skin after the procedure. Always use the product that they prescribe or recommend.
- Put a fresh dressing on your skin if you had a deep peel. The dermatologist will probably bandage your skin after a deep peel, so you'll have to change the bandage every time you clean your skin. Apply a fresh gauze pad or nonstick bandage, according to your dermatologist's instructions. This keeps dirt and bacteria out of the wound.[7]
[Edit]Managing Pain - Hold ice packs against your face to reduce swelling and discomfort. Wrap an ice pack in a towel and hold it against your face for 10-15 minutes at a time.[8] Repeat this up to 3 times per day to fight swelling and pain.
- Don't use an ice pack without wrapping it in a towel. This could damage your skin, especially when you're still healing.
- Take pain relievers to reduce any pain. It's normal for your skin to feel sore after a chemical peel, especially if you had a moderate or deep peel. Pain relievers like aspirin, acetaminophen, naproxen, or ibuprofen will do the trick. Take one of these to control the pain while you're healing.[9]
- Always follow the dosing instructions on the medication you use so you don't take too much by accident.
- If your face is swollen, then an NSAID medication may work better to reduce the inflammation.
- Take any prescription medication that your dermatologist gives you. For deep peels especially, your dermatologist might prescribe more powerful painkillers to make you more comfortable. Take these according to your dermatologist's directions while your skin is healing.[10]
- Your dermatologist might also prescribe antibiotics or antivirals to prevent an infection after the treatment. This is more common for deep chemical peels.
- Do not take more pain medication than your dermatologist tells you to, because it could be addictive.
[Edit]Preventing Damage - Keep your hands and hair off your face. Anything touching your face will not only hurt, but it also spreads around dirt and bacteria that could infect your wound. If you have long hair, keep it tied back so it doesn't rub on your face, and do your best to avoid touching your face as much as possible.[11]
- This might be tough for you, since your skin might itch after the treatment. Keep reminding yourself that touching your face will do more harm than good.
- Keeping your skin moisturized can help reduce the itching, so this might reduce your temptation to scratch.
- Stay out of the sun until your skin stops peeling. When your skin starts peeling, the fresh skin underneath will be very sensitive. Avoid the sun for at least 1-2 days after the treatment, according to your dermatologist's instructions, so you don't get burned.[12]
- The length of time you'll have to avoid the sun depends on what type of peel you had. It could range from a day or two to 3-6 months.
- If you're at all unsure about how long you have to avoid the sun, ask your dermatologist.
- Wear sunblock every time you go outside after your skin heals. This is important for maintaining the results of your chemical peel and preventing new dark spots from appearing. As soon as your skin heals up and all the scabs are gone, start wearing at least SPF 15 sunblock every day.[13]
- Generally, you can start putting on sunblock when your skin isn't flaking anymore after the procedure. This time varies depending on how deep of a peel you had. It could be a day, or it could be a few weeks.
- For more sun protection, wear a hat too.
- Avoid putting makeup on until your dermatologist says it's safe. Makeup could clog and irritate your skin after a chemical peel, so skip it until your skin heals. This usually means that you'll have to wait until your skin isn't flaking or scabbing anymore. When your dermatologist says your skin is healed enough, then you can start using it again.[14]
- For a light chemical peel, you might be able to use makeup the next day. For deeper peels, it might take a few weeks.
- When your skin heals enough, dermatologists actually recommend wearing a bit of makeup to cover up any red spots on your skin after the treatment. These will last until your skin is fully healed.[15]
- Always follow the care instructions that your dermatologist gives you after a chemical peel. If you have any questions, be sure to call and ask.
[Edit]Warnings - If you want a chemical peel, always visit a dermatologist for a professional treatment.[16] The American Academy of Dermatology does not recommend at-home chemical peel kits.[17]
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| How to Identify a Siberian Husky Posted: 19 Feb 2021 08:00 AM PST One of the most popular dog breeds,[1] the Siberian Husky is known for being a sled dog. It can easily be confused with an Alaskan Malamute, another dog sometimes used to pull sleds, if you don't know the differences; however, the Siberian Husky does have some key traits. This wikiHow will help you understand whether a dog is a Siberian Husky. [Edit]Inspecting the Body Structure - Check the dog's size. Siberian Huskies are medium-sized members of the working group.[2] Males are tall and weigh , while females are tall and weigh .[3]
- Look at the ears. Siberians have thick ears that are triangular. They are medium in size, set high, strongly erect, and slightly rounded at the tips.[4]
- Inspect the eyes. The eyes of a Siberian Husky are almond-shaped and moderately spaced. They may be blue or brown, or a dog may have one of each color.[5]
- Notice the tail. Siberian Huskies don't have curled tails; however, their tails may stand sickle when the dog is at attention.[6] The tail usually hangs down from the back otherwise. It is fox-brush-shaped and well-furred, the fur medium in length.[7]
- See the dog's overall body structure. A Siberian's body is well-furred and moderately compact. They have firm muscles, a straight back, and a smooth, seemingly effortless gait.[8]
[Edit]Looking at the Coat - Check the length of the coat. Siberian Huskies have double coats of medium length, giving the dog a well-furred appearance. The undercoat is dense and soft, though it may be hidden during shedding season.[9] The outer coat is straight and somewhat smooth lying.[10]
- Understand that a Siberian's coat may be any color. A Siberian Husky may be any color, from black to solid white.[11] Other colors seen include grey, brown, and red.
- Notice white markings. Many Siberians have white markings. These can be found on the tail, stomach, chest, and legs. It is common to see a variety of markings on the head, as well.[12]
- Look for the agouti coat. "Agouti" is a special term used to describe a Siberian Husky with a coat of "alternating bands of light and dark" along the fur of the coat.[13] Not all Siberians are seen with this coat resembling wolf-coloring, but it may appear.
[Edit]Checking Temperament - Notice high energy levels. Siberian Huskies are very energetic. As sled dogs, it is natural for them to need lots of exercise to release their energy.[14]
- Watch for independent thinking. Siberians are intelligent but won't necessarily be quick to follow commands. They are clever and good at solving problems, so training may take some extra effort.[15]
- Look for a desire to be around others. Siberian Huskies are pack dogs. They enjoy being around people and other dogs, if they have been properly socialized.[16]
- See if the dog has a high prey drive. Siberians enjoy the company of people and other canines, but when it comes to other small animals, Siberians can demonstrate a high prey drive.[17] It is important to train a Siberian Husky to get along with these other animals.
- Check for friendliness. Siberian Huskies are generally very friendly. They can make good family pets if they are socialized and get enough of an energy release.[18]
- If you're trying to identify the breed of your dog, consider using a DNA test. A DNA test can confirm whether or not your dog is a Siberian Husky.
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