Everyone knows that using chemical dyes is harmful to the body, but many people still go to hair salons to dye their hair, even if they buy hair dyes and do it themselves at home, it is still not ideal. In fact, the best method is to make your own hair dye using natural ingredients, which is both gentle on the hair and simple. Below, I will introduce several natural hair dyes that you can make at home.
Soybeans: Black
The method of dyeing hair with soybeans is very simple. Soak black soybeans in vinegar for 24 hours, then cook them together until they become soft. Filter out the residue, and then simmer it over low heat until it becomes a paste. This is a natural hair dye. To use it, wash your hair, dry it, and then apply the prepared hair dye paste to your hair. Black soybeans are a good remedy for black hair, and a mixture of rice vinegar and soybeans can be used to dye hair black.
Hangbaiju (Chrysanthemum morifolium): Beige
Traditional Chinese medicine hair dyes are the best choice for natural hair dyes. Hangbaiju is a commonly used medicinal herb, and one of its components, amino acids, has strong fading effects, which is an essential ingredient for lightening hair. At the same time, Hangbaiju contains chrysanthemum glycosides, flavones, and various vitamins, which can also nourish the hair. Soak 50g of Hangbaiju in boiling water for 20 minutes. After moistening the hair with the soaked water, wrap it with a hot towel for one hour, then rinse with water. Repeat this process for 3-5 days to see results.
Henna: Auburn
Henna, also known as the Chinese rose, comes in various colors, such as pink, red, purple, and lavender. By crushing the petals or leaves and wrapping them around the nails, a vibrant red color can be achieved, which is why it is also called "nail flower." Prepare hot tea, a moderate amount of honey, 1 egg, and add henna powder, stirring well. Wet clean hair with water. Use about 40g for short hair and about 80g for long hair, adjusting according to the length and thickness of your hair. Use a comb to evenly apply the mixed paste to the hair. Wrap the hair with a plastic shower cap or plastic bag, and cover it with a towel. After 4-6 hours, rinse with warm water.
Coffee: Brown
Coffee itself contains strong pigments and is notorious for leaving stains. For example, it is difficult to wash out coffee stains from clothes. This method is not very effective for coloring completely black hair, but it is suitable for adding color to light brown hair. Prepare the amount of coffee powder for 5 servings, and pour boiling water over it. Apply the coffee juice to the hair, let it dry naturally for one hour, and then repeat the process. After wrapping the hair with a hot towel for 45 minutes, rinse with warm water.
Lemon: Red
Lemon can dye hair red. The process is also very simple. Apply lemon juice to the hair, blow-dry it with hot air, and then apply another layer of lemon juice. Repeat this process 3-5 times, and then wrap the hair with a hot towel. Rinse with warm water mixed with a little baking soda to neutralize the acidity of lemon juice and reduce damage to the hair. Squeeze the juice from 8 lemons, apply it to the hair, blow-dry it, and then continue applying and blow-drying. Twist the hair up, wrap the entire head with a hot towel, rinse with warm water. Repeat once a day, and after 3 days, a noticeable red color will appear. The citric acid in lemons can bleach the hair, but it is much less irritating to the hair than hair dyes, making it a mild way to lighten hair.
The homemade hair dyes mentioned above can not only help you achieve the desired color but also do not harm your health. They are both cost-effective and convenient.
