5 signs of an at-home dye job gone wrong (and how to fix them)
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After a bit of trial and error, we now understand pretty well that things on TV aren’t always what they seem. Need proof? Ask anyone who’s ever tried an at-home dye job.
Now, we’re not saying it’s impossible to get Sofia Vergara-esque locks from a box. It’s just that our results tend to look more #PinterestFail than your typical glossy mane hair dye ad. The reason? Well, chances are it’s not the product itself, but the executer. Yeah, you.
But that’s no excuse to throw in the DIY towel just yet. After all, dyeing your own mane is a serious cost-saver, plus it gets you out of spending hours in the salon chair. And so, to help you make the most of your at-home, budget-friendly experience, we’re outlining the reasons why it can be obvious you dyed your hair yourself, and how to avoid these common mistakes to achieve salon-worthy results.
From stains on your scalp to too-bright roots, flip through the slideshow to find out how to prevent yourself from the heartache of accidentally channeling a Beauty School Dropout.
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#1: Skin stains Vaseline (or even Chapstick for a more precise application) is the most effective way to prevent dye stains, which is a tell-tale sign of an amateur colourist. Just apply the petroleum jelly along your hairline, neck and ears to prevent the dye from staining your skin. Missed a spot and have a stain? Apply eye makeup remover to a cotton ball and dab it on the mark. Vaseline Petroleum Jelly ($3, well.ca ).
Renée Reardin is a writer and editor with 15 years of experience in the beauty, fashion, and wellness spaces. You'll also find her work on other Canadian publications like Elle Canada and The Globe and Mail, and American publications like InStyle and Glossy.
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