Everything You Need to Know About Dyeing Your Hair Gray! 

Whether on Instagram or in everyday life, you can’t miss it: young people and adults dyeing their hair gray. It’s definitely a real trend.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, a trip to the hair salon is no longer a given. It’s only natural, then, that many of us are tempted to take matters into our own hands. Of course, this must be done very carefully to achieve the best possible results. To help you with this, we at JohnBeerens.com have compiled all the necessary information and tips!

Deep Gray Locks in 3 Steps

Step 1. Bleaching

The process of bleaching your hair varies depending on your hair color. When bleaching your hair, it’s very important that you haven’t dyed or bleached it for several months. This is because previous bleaching treatments can be very damaging to your hair.
Bleaching will turn your hair yellow. Don't be alarmed! The purple tones in the dye will correct this later.

Step 2. Let's get painting!

Before you start dyeing your hair, it’s important to read the instructions on the package carefully. Once you’ve done that, you’re ready to start dyeing! Follow all the steps and work carefully to achieve the best results.

Depending on the hair dye you’ve chosen, apply a few coats of dye to your bleached strands. Let the dye sit for as long as indicated in the instructions, then rinse it out thoroughly. For best results, wash your hair right away with shampoo and conditioner. This closes the hair cuticles, giving your hair a beautiful shine.

Step 3. Take care of your gray hair

As with any (dyed) hair color, the color may fade or change after a few washes. To enjoy an intense, well-maintained color for as long as possible, it’s essential to properly care for and maintain your dyed hair. For example, a good silver shampoo works wonders for the color, and the right conditioner ensures smooth and shiny hair. At JohnBeerens.com, you’ll find special silver shampoos for gray and silver-gray hair, which brighten and neutralize the hair color. There are also matching conditioners for gray hair to provide extra care and neutralization. 

What's the best way to care for gray hair?

As with any other hair color, silver-colored hair requires a lot of attention and care. As a result, you’ll spend more time caring for your gray locks than on the coloring process itself. If you pay little to no attention to caring for your colored hair, you’ll notice that the color quickly starts to look dull. The color’s intensity fades, and your hair can become very dry. The hair color can also oxidize, giving your hair a warm, yellowish tint. Of course, we don’t want that! To prevent this, we’ve put together a list of products that will help you maintain your shiny, gray hairstyle.

Silver Shampoo

A good silver shampoo is a must-have for maintaining blonde, light, or gray hair. Bleached or dyed hair can quickly develop orange or yellow tones. Of course, that’s not the goal. The right silver shampoo can help you get rid of these unwanted tones while also strengthening and nourishing your hair.

The Waterclouds Violet Silver Shampoo is an excellent choice for neutralizing unwanted tones. This silver shampoo contains violet pigments that neutralize unwanted yellow tones in both blonde and gray hair. In addition, this shampoo is enriched with Sea Lavender and Provitamin B5, which soothe the hair and protect it from drying out.

Conditioner

Unfortunately, you don’t get shiny, healthy hair on its own. Using a conditioner is an essential step in this process. Coloring your hair can leave it very dry. Conditioner nourishes the hair by replenishing essential nutrients and restoring its moisture balance. To enhance the results of the silver shampoo, the Waterclouds Violet Silver Conditioner is the perfect addition to your hair care routine. This nourishing conditioner neutralizes yellow tones in blonde and gray hair. It also makes your hair easier to manage and leaves it smooth. When used with the Waterclouds Silver Shampoo, this conditioner gives you a cooler look and shiny, gray locks without unwanted tones. In short: this combination is a must-have in your hair care routine!

Everything for gray hair at JohnBeerens.com

At JohnBeerens.com, you’ll find everything you need to dye your hair gray. We also offer a wide range of hair care products to help you take the best possible care of your gray or ash-blonde locks. Would you like personalized advice on which coloring or bleaching products are right for your hair type? Feel free to contact our BeautyCare team—it’s free and there’s no obligation. They’ll help you with all your questions about hair coloring and care. You can reach them at beautycare@johnbeerens.com or by phone on weekdays at+31 13 530 2010.