How Do Permanent And Semi-Permanent Hair Dye Differ In Its Effect On The Hair?

Why Do People Tend To Use Dyes?

As continued from the past hair dyeing is not just a recent inclination. As it has been done for centuries especially by men and women to cover up gray hair as also to give themselves a new look. It is now clearly popular with fashion fanatics and at the same time, remember that dying is not always safe or a damage-free procedure because hair dyes contain several strong chemicals and unless you are sure how to combine several strong chemicals, and treatments as well as what you are doing, it is wise to better leave the process to trained professionals to escape any kind of damage.

How Do Hair Dyes Work On Your Hair?

Whatever be the product available in the market, it is a fact to be understood that they either aim to preserve the natural texture and glow of the skin as well as shine of the hair protecting it from dirt, dust, ultraviolet rays of the sun, temperature difference and all of which have a more or less adverse effect on the skin and hair. Along with this comes the products like hair straightener, rollers, hair dye, and several cosmetics aiming to make us look different either by changing the hairstyle with straightener and rollers hiding the gray hair using hair color even if not to hide graying but for a different look using hair color as well as use the skin either to hide any kind of blemishes highlighting the cheekbones. We must follow the instruction strictly with whatever product we apply to change the look so that we don’t be responsible for the plight.

For example, hair dyes with strong chemicals should not be used frequently as it can over time cause hair breakage. This is one reason we should be cautious about using dyes permanently. There are many products available in the market with various kinds of chemicals of varied effects from normal to dry to oily hair. Hair dyes mainly come in two variations that are permanent and semi-permanent. 

How Do Permanent And Semi Permanent Hair Dyes Differ?

The difference is mainly between the results of these two classifications of dyes. On one hand, permanent dye stays on your hair for a longer time and does not wash out due to several washing and on the other hand, semi-permanent dyes don’t contain strong chemicals and leave the hair without entering them. These dyes usually come in the form of liquid, gel or foam, with the ease of being applied directly without any mixing.

The results of dyeing with both these kinds are the same, when it comes to color, whereas care should be taken when you go out in the sun, and don’t forget to take the umbrella with you. The probability that the dye may be washed away rolling down the cheek makes it inevitable to use an umbrella in case of the rainy season. Ultimately the dye runs down your shoulder exposing your gray hair making it an embarrassing situation when you are out in the public. As this comes as a downside of semi-permanent hair dye, there is also a positive side causing less damage to the hair. 

More About Permanent Hair Dye

The permanent dye package contains two bottles, one with hydrogen peroxide solution along with the other containing the dyes dissolve in ammonia, with a small bottle or sachet with conditioning cream used after the dyeing treatment. The contents of the two bottles are mixed well that act as the permanent dye. Subsequently, when it's applied on hair, it causes the hair to swell and the particles open and separate enabling hair to absorb the dye solution changing the color of the hair. This process takes about half an hour to 45 minutes. Following the applying is the process of rinsing and conditioning. It is important to know what product you use as also how to use it which is specified in the instructions written on the product package. 

Final Thoughts 

While permanent hair dye and semi-permanent hair dye differ in composition as well as results, both help men and women conceal the graying hair. It is important to test which product suits you by applying the mix to a small portion of the skin preferably on the hand. Some people are allergic to ammonia used in the dyes and so they should avoid using them on the hair. Make sure you discontinue the use in case you find it to have potential allergic reactions and get adequate medical assistance.