Blue hair: shades and dyeing technology

The natural shades used for dyeing hair, today very often compete with extraordinary colors that are chosen not only by women, but also by men. Among these options, it is worth highlighting blue, which includes a large assortment of various shades, each of which has its own admirers.

Blue is an interesting color, for which dyes are extremely rare in nature. In the light of fashion trends in the beauty industry, it is this color, which tunes in appeasement, deep in all its shades, that is quite actively used by stylists, and is also popular among celebrities. Specialists of beauty salons today use a lot of new-fangled techniques for coloring curls of any length in shades of blue, conducting sometimes quite bold experiments with the compatibility of colors. It is the versatility of hair coloring in this color that makes such curls especially popular, regardless of the length and structure of the hair.

Before blue hair stood out in a separate direction in the coloring of curls, shades of it were present in the palettes of chestnut, blond and black. Today, the following positive features of this color scheme can be noted:

• dyed hair in any of the shades of blue guarantees their owners increased attention, because they give the image individuality;
• It will be possible to choose the right shade of color for almost any appearance and color type, since in the modern palette there is a huge number of variations from dark to light;
• blue goes well with bright and muted colors, which makes it possible to carry out not only full coloring, but also experiment with techniques of partial color transformation of curls;
• color is able to maximize emphasize bright makeup, including expressive lips, eyebrows, eye color.

However, the color is not without some ambiguous features, in the light of which the painting in blue should be considered. So, its disadvantages include the following:

• if initially the hair rods have a split or porous structure, then the pigment may lie unevenly on the curls, which will lead to a deplorable result, which will need to be disposed of;
• after dyeing, the hair will require increased attention to itself regarding care;
• to maintain the brightness of the hair, you will have to use additional tinting.

The desire to stand out from the crowd with the help of an extraordinary hair color is inherent not only to women, but also to men who actively use exactly the blue color. In addition, his fans can be found among people of different ages. However, such experiments with their own appearance will be successful if we adhere to general recommendations regarding the color matching with other characteristics in the exterior. This color comes in the following cases:

• in the presence of extravagant and asymmetric haircuts;

• blue looks great in contrast with white or black, as well as in bright combinations;

• it is recommended for girls with long hair when dyeing individual strands or the ends of curls;

• as for the shades, then warm azure and turquoise in harmony with snow-white skin;

• dark tones, including gray variations, perfectly complement and shade the dark skin of the epidermis, as well as tanned skin;

• for such a transformation in the future it will be necessary to perform a bright make-up taking into account all the requirements relating to color.

Experiments with blue should be avoided in the presence of obvious skin problems, such as acne, too much pigmentation. With this color in appearance should be in perfect harmony - the makeup is perfect, hair styling is done, the wardrobe is correctly selected.

When choosing blue, of course, the question arises of shade in light of the presence of a large number of its variants. Today, paint manufacturers offer the following transformation options.

• Navy blue. This color is recommended for girls and women with fair skin type, as well as regular facial features. The resulting shade will be deep, with some brands there are cold variations of the coloring compounds.

• Black and blue. The advantage is the ability of the color to play in the sun and in the light of electric light with different highlights, which gives the hairstyle even more expressiveness. It is best combined with a dark skin type, however, it is considered universal. Very often, a similar shade is complemented by bright locks of a contrasting color. To achieve a harmonious result, you should not dye your hair at this color at home, but seek the help of experienced colorists.

• Baby blue. This color will have an ash tint. Quite a bold, but at the same time sparing decision regarding a radical change in the image with the help of hair coloring. It is recommended for women and girls with light or gray eyes. Looks impressive on medium-length hair or on a classic square.

• Gray blue. A calm variety of color with a muffled play of modulations. Hair in this color will look unusual, but rather restrained in the light of the absence of bright and screaming notes in the shade. Requires a thorough approach to the selection of makeup.

• Blue and white. Ideal for natural or dyed blondes. The downside of this kind of blue is the frequent need for color correction. Ideal with blue eyes and matte skin.

• Azure and turquoise. Interesting and trendy variations that give an image of tenderness, visually smoothing the sharp features of the face. This option is recommended for both young girls and women after 40, since a similar color will refresh the appearance and rejuvenate the owner of a head of hair with an unusual color.

• Indigo. A popular shade that looks on the hair is quite bold. Color stands out for depth.

• Ash blue. You can get it only on bleached hair. Recommended for fair-skinned women.

• Pearl Blue. A variant of the Scandinavian blonde, which perfectly harmonizes with brown eyes. Suitable for bold short haircuts or long straight hair.

Choosing the Right Dye Product should be carried out taking into account the following points:

• the presence of a suitable tone in the color palette;
• cost of production;
• composition of coloring agents.

Today, blue is found in almost every manufacturer of hair dyes. Among them, we can distinguish unconditional favorites.

The blue color of the brand is represented by the shade “Ultra mare”. Products are sold together with brightening powder, which allows you to get a rich shade on the hair. The paint is suitable for dark curls, and thanks to the gentle composition, frequent use of products is allowed. In general, the color on the hair remains attractive for about 3 weeks.

The manufacturer has several shades of blue. The products make it possible to recolor hair in bright colors, ammonia is not present in the composition, which means that the hair rods will be damaged after painting to a lesser extent. The color on the hair, depending on the shade, can remain in an acceptable form for up to 2 months.

The trademark offers tinted products for dyeing hair in blue. The manufacturer’s palette contains turquoise, mint and other popular shades. The compositions are convenient to use due to the nozzle in the form of a spray. The pigment is unable to penetrate deep into the cuticle, which positively affects the health of curls.

The assortment contains several shades of blue, namely “Mother of Pearl”, “Amethyst”, “Wild Plum”. The products are recommended for dyeing fair hair and gray hair.

A popular brand among colorists and hairdressers that specializes in the production of dyes of exotic shades. The blue color in this case is represented by the heavenly and blue version, as well as blue capri and blue jade. The compositions do not contain ammonia, so they gently contact with the hair shaft.

The compositions are made without harmful chemical constituents based on plant components. The assortment contains more than 5 varieties of blue.

Products that belong to the professional line of ammonia-free coloring formulations. In the hue palette there is a color called "Intense Blue", thanks to which you can get a beautiful and rich color. The composition can also be used for gray hair.

A tinting product for hair, which is distinguished by the duration of preservation of a new pigment in the hair cuticle. The paint contains natural components, as well as extracts from plants. Blue from this manufacturer is presented in one shade. The products are suitable for use at home or in the process of salon dyeing procedures.

For temporary staining, when the blue color lasts on the hair before the first hair wash, manufacturers of dyes offer different shades of spray, which are applied to curls by analogy with hair spray. They can perform full or partial staining.

In addition to full dyeing in blue, techniques are used to partially change the color of the hair. So, the following painting technologies are applied by colorists today.

• The use of crayons. With their help, the color of the ends of the hair or individual strands in the hairstyle is usually changed. Materials do not harm the hair shaft. Suitable for independent use.

• Ombre technology. In this version, the master works with light shades of blue, which are in perfect harmony with the ashen blond, charcoal-black hair color, or light brown curls.

• Highlighting. Blue-blue highlighting is able to decorate, refresh and transform the image of a girl. Typically, this technique is used on haircuts with straight lines. Combine a similar option with black, chestnut or blond curls.

It is quite possible to change the original hair color to blue on your own. So that painting takes a minimum of time, for a start it is worth preparing all the necessary tools. For work, you will need such an inventory:

• container for diluting ceramics or glass;
• comb with small cloves;
• gloves
• cape and hat;
• brush;
• paint;
• fat cream or petroleum jelly.

To carry out the procedure, you should adhere to the following algorithm of work.

• Representatives of the fair sex with the original dark shade of hair will need to pre-bleach the curls so that the shade is saturated.
• After this, apply a cream or other protective composition to the ears, forehead and neck to avoid staining of the epidermis in blue.
• Following the instructions specified by the manufacturer, you need to dilute the coloring composition. Cover your shoulders with a cloak.
• Further, the entire volume of hair must be divided into at least 3-4 areas, so that the staining is high-quality and uniform.
• Using a brush, paint is applied to the hair starting from the roots. First of all, you should dye the hair in front, gradually moving to the back of the head, while processing the ends.
• Then the hair should be combed, twisted in a bun, cover under a hat and wrap with a towel. To withstand the composition on the hair in due time.
• Over time, the curls must be washed with shampoo for colored hair. To fix the pigment in the hair cuticle, you can additionally rinse them with vinegar solution.
• Skin areas that have been accidentally sprayed with paint can be cleaned with hydrogen peroxide or medical alcohol.

Regardless of the length of the hair and their initial state, after staining the curls should provide the most competent care. The duration of preservation of the selected blue shade on the hair, as well as their health, which will affect the appearance of the hairstyle, will depend on the measures taken in the future. Colorists to maintain the saturation of the shade recommend once a week to carry out corrective hair dye with tinted shampoos or balms.

Restoring and nourishing hair masks should be a mandatory weekly procedure after painting. In addition to shampoo, care for blue curls will require the use of a balm after each hair wash. To maintain the strength and health of the hair rods from the inside, it is superfluous to drink a vitamin complex.

To protect the color, you can use the salon service for laminating hair, which will protect the curls from mechanical damage and aggressive components with which the hair is in contact.

It is worthwhile to refrain from using essential oils, as they will contribute to the rapid leaching of the coloring pigment. Blue curls need to be protected from ultraviolet radiation with the help of hats, as well as a specialized care series consisting of sprays or emulsions.

An interesting video on dyeing hair in blue, see the video below.