Using Leftover Hair Dye?Once the color and activator are mixed they must be used quickly. If you don't need all of the product at one time, as you are touching up or have short hair, you may be able to retain some of each product for later use. This is a page about using leftover hair dye.
Fixing a Perm That Lost Its Curl?If your perm has lost it's curl, there may be some ways to get it back. This is a page about fixing a perm that lost its curl.
Permed Hair Not Curly Enough?It can be confusing as to what to do to fix a perm that is not as curly as you wanted. This is a page about permed hair not curly enough.
Remedies for Hair Damaged by PermIf you want curly or wavy hair, getting a perm is the best way to do it. However, getting a perm can leave your hair damaged if not done right. This is a page about remedies for hair damaged by perm.
Fixing a Perm That is Too Curly?This page is about fixing a perm that is too curly. When your hair has taken more curl from a permanent than you want there may be ways to relax the curl.
Re-Dyeing Hair After Removing ColorAfter having the color removed from your hair, you may have to wait a little while before getting it dyed again. This is a page about re-dyeing hair after removing color.
Straightening Permed HairThis is a page about straightening permed hair. Sometimes a perm is used to give your hair body, but you still want to have a more sleek style.
Advice for Women Removing Sideburns?Some women choose to shave their sideburns off, especially with short hair. This page contains advice for women who wish to remove their sideburns.
Toning Down Dyed HairThis page is about toning down dyed hair. If the dyed color of your hair is stronger than you expected, you may want to adjust it.
How to Fix Hair Color That Came Out Pink?When you do not end up with the hair color you expect, it may mean another trip to the salon. This is a page about how to fix hair color that came out pink.
Cause of Hair Loss After Perm?Hair permanents can damage hair if not done properly. This is a page about cause of hair loss after perm.
Getting Hair Dye Off SkinIt happens, you are dyeing your hair and either didn't wear gloves or accidentally get some on the skin around your hairline. This is a page about getting hair dye off skin.
How Long Should You Wait Before Re-dyeing Hair?Many times after dyeing your hair you decide you don't like it and want to try a different color. This page has advice about re-dyeing your hair, including how long you should wait before dyeing it again.
How To Do A Perm At HomeThis is a page about how to do a perm at home. Many women want to have curly hair but perms at the beauty salon can be expensive. You can do a quality perm at home for a fraction of the cost.
The Effects of Medications on a Perm?Certain medications can adversely affect your perm. This is a page about the effects of medications on a perm.
Frugal "Malibu Treatment" to Remove Rust and Hard Water Build-up from Hair?Can you use pink lemonade instead of regular lemonade when doing a Malibu treatment at home?
Styling My Hair Like Tippi Hedren?I want to style my hair like Tippi Hedren in The Birds, any tips? The back looks like a french twist but I don't know what products to use or how to get the volume in the front and top.
Remedy for Hair Damaged By Relaxer?This is a page about remedy for hair damaged by relaxer. The chemicals in a hair relaxer can sometimes do damage to your hair.
Fixing a Bad Perm?This is a page about fixing a bad perm. If your perm does not take well, you can either go back to the stylist or try to fix it at home.
Lightening Dyed Hair With Lemon JuiceThis is a page about lightening dyed hair with lemon juice. This method of trying to lighten dyed hair seems to have mixed results. Read the comments below and then make your decision. Trying to change the color of dyed hair can have very unexpected and unhappy results.
Lightening Your Hair With Hydrogen PeroxideThis is a page about lightening your hair with hydrogen peroxide. When you want to lighten your hair without going to the salon, you may consider using a hydrogen peroxide recipe.
"Just For Men" Not Working For Me?"Just For Men" Not Working For Me. I have used the product 'Just for Men' hair color. The color hasn't taken and my grey hair remains. . .
Bangs Are Damaged and Not Growing?I have really curly "ethnic" hair. I used to have side swept bangs that I've been straightening every day for a while. Well, those bangs are now 2 inches short (from the scalp and don't seem to be growing) and are extremely damaged. Anyone know how I can fix the damage and grow them out?
Hair Has No Body After Coloring?I have been coloring my hair since I started getting gray. For about a week or two after coloring, my hair seems to have no body, is way too soft, and won't hold a style or even hold a rubber band for a pony tail. I don't like this flippy-floppy texture when my hair is thick with a nice wave without hair coloring.
Letting Gray Hair Grow Out?Some women, after dying their hair for years decide to go natural. This is a page about letting your gray hair grow out.
Can Changes in Hormones Affect Hair Dye Results?I had a hysterectomy in October, only have 1 ovary. Now when I dye my brown hair champagne blonde it turns a orange/red yellow shade. Not pretty at all.
Lightening Dark Brown Hair?Trying to lighten your naturally dark hair can have some unexpected results. This is a page about lightening dark brown hair.
Thinning Hair After a Hysterectomy?This is a page about thinning hair after hysterectomy. Hormonal changes after a hysterectomy can cause numerous side effects. One of those side effects can be hair thinning.
Spiking a MohawkThis is a page about spiking a mohawk. Mohawks are a unique hairstyle and certainly not for everyone. However, if you have one, you know that spiking it is the best way to wear it.
Bleaching Yellow From White HairYellow stains on otherwise silver or white hair can be the result of using the wrong shampoo, side effects from some medications, smoking, or a myriad of other causes. This page has advice for removing yellow stains from white hair.
Dyeing Hair With Jell-OThis is a page about dyeing hair with Jell-O. Jell-O works great as a nonpermanent hair dye.
Copycat Tame Creme Rinse RecipeWhen you really like how a product works for you, sometimes you can make a substitute. This page is about making a copycat tame creme rinse recipe.
Using Mayonnaise in Your HairThis is a page about using mayonnaise in your hair. For years many people have used mayonnaise to condition their hair and give it a healthy looking shine.
Why does my husband's head stink by the end of the day?Why does my husband's head stink by the end of the day? He uses soap on his hair and washes it everyday.
Thinner Hair After Cutting Off Perm?This is a page about having thinner hair after cutting off perm. Permanent chemicals are strong and can cause changes to your hair texture.
Going Permanently Gray Gradually?If you have been dyeing your hair to cover the gray you may want to work with a hairdresser to decide on the best approach to showing your natural hair color. A new shorter style or temporary color or highlights may work for you. This is a page about going gray gradually.
Remedies for Knotted and Tangled HairThis page is about remedies for knotted and tangled hair. Depending on the kind of hair you are dealing with, there are a ways to get it untangled.
Dyeing Hair After Bleaching?This is a page about dyeing hair after bleaching. Dyeing your hair too quickly after bleaching it can cause damage to your hair. It also can result in the color being different from what is pictured on the box.
Remedies for Static HairThis is a page about remedies for static hair. If your hair is staticy or flyaway you are probably seeking a remedy to get it back under control and smooth again.
Dove Bar Soap Flaky Scalp Remedy?I read a tip, on another site, about using DOVE BAR SOAP [and ONLY DOVE in the bar form] as a remedy to clear up a flaky scalp, instead of shampoo products. Any thoughts or experiences on this out there?
Removing Hair Without Shaving or Waxing?This is a page about removing hair without shaving or waxing. There are alternative methods for removing hair on your legs that don't involve shaving or waxing.
Cleaning Hair Rollers?This is a page about cleaning hair rollers. Periodically you need to clean your hair rollers to remove stuck on hair or product.
Hair Falling Out After Bleaching, Dyeing, and Perming?Hair can be easily damaged by multiple processing techniques such as coloring and perming. Extreme damage can result in hair loss. The only true remedy for this is time. Your hair will grow back; there are no miracle products that will speed this along. This is a page about hair falling out after bleaching, dyeing, and perming.
Curling Iron Turned Hair Red?The other day I was curling my hair; I am blonde. I accidentally burned my hair and part of it turned red. Is there anything I can do about that?
Conditioner Makes Hair Fall Out?I have a weird problem here. No matter which conditioner I use, a drug store brand or a high end brand, my hair falls a lot when I condition it. Just shampooing my hair makes it a dry and coarse. Please tell me what to do.
Grey Hair Doesn't Hold Color?This is a page about grey hair that doesn't hold color. Grey hair is know to have a different texture and be more resistant to taking color. Here are some tips to try if you are having trouble coloring your grey hair.
Perm Tips and TricksThis is a page about perm tips and tricks. When you do permanents at home, you want to make sure you do it correctly to get just the amount of curl you want.
Caring for White HairThis is a page about caring for white hair. As we all age our hair begins to gray. Eventually it moves on to white. Keeping your white hair looking its best is easy to do.
Removing Silly Putty from HairThis is a page about removing Silly Putty from hair. Getting Silly Putty out of hair can be difficult. Before you cut it out, there are other things to try.
Using Coal Tar Shampoo?This is a page about using coal tar shampoo. tar shampoo is used by persons with psoriasis, dandruff, and other skin conditions.
How Soon Can I Get Another Perm?Re-perming your hair too soon can have disastrous results, depending on the condition of your hair and the type of perm used. Talk to a professional to determine how long you should wait. This is a page about, "How soon can I get another perm?".
Coloring Hair at HomeThis page is about coloring hair at home. When dyeing hair there are a number of things to keep in mind so you get the results you want.
Green Hair After Dyeing?This is a page about green hair after dyeing. Your natural hair color and the type and shade of dye used can create surprising results.
Using Glue to Make a Mohawk with SpikesThis is a page about using glue to make a mohawk with spikes. There are many products you can use to style your mohawk with spikes.
Mohawks on GirlsThis is a page about mohawks on girls. Mohawks are not just for guys. Many girls also sport this distinctive haircut made popular in the '80s by punk rock bands.
Sleeping With a Mohawk Haircut?This is a page about sleeping with a mohawk. Keeping your mohawk styled for a time means you will need to sleep with it. This can be done fairly easily.
Fixing Roots After Dyeing Hair?Root color correction is a constant challenge when dyeing your hair. Whether it is the need to dye them as they grow out or because their did not take the new color the same way as the rest of your hair, they often need special attention. This is a page about fixing roots after dyeing hair.
How Can I Lighten Natural Red Hair?My son has bright red hair and hates it. Is there any way to lighten it?
When Should Girls Start Shaving?This is a page about when should girls start shaving. It is a common question that often begins to be heard in grade or middle school.
Getting Hair Color Back to Natural After DyeingWaiting for your hair to grow out to your natural hue can take longer than you want to wait. This page is about getting hair color back to natural after dyeing.
Grandmothers Perm Didn't Take?My grandmother got a perm it didn't seem to take. Her hairdresser has given her them before and they have been beautiful. it didn't take and she told her it could be due to some of the medication she is taking. How can I find out if the meds she takes is causing her resistance to the perm. I've googled but haven't found much until I came across your site.
Curly Hair ProblemsMy curly hair is SO annoying. It is ALWAYS in my face. Even in a ponytail. It get tangled SUUUUUPER easily. I can brush my hair and 1 minute later it is a mess. It is shoulder length. Do you guys have any idea how to keep my hair out of my face and/or untangled. I need your help, guys.
Can I Get a Perm On Colour Treated Hair?I have very straight, limp, lifeless hair, which I keep short in a bob. I would like to grow it longer and would like to get a 'demi wave' (if they're still called that) but I also want to keep colouring my hair (I do that every 2-3 months). Is this possible? I used to do it when I was younger. I'm just fed up with spending hours with rollers in my hair only for the curl to last about an hour.
Plucking Facial Hair Results in Black Spots?I have hairs growing on my cheeks and chin. I usually pluck them. Eventually I have black spots where I have removed the hair. How do I get rid of these marks?
Hairdresser Turned Hair Rose-gold Instead of Blonde?I went in to have my roots touched up blonde. Roots are blonde. Much of the rest of my hair is not! It turned rose-gold. She said it is impossible to remove. I have to wait until it grows out. So she added highlights! I'm very unhappy!
Bantu Perm Query?Hi, I Bantu my hair all the time. I'm wanting to know if I can add perming lotion/process to my Bantu knots to get a permanent Bantu knot look?
Using Old Home Perm ProductsDoes the thioglycolic acid curl activator in home perms expire or go bad? I have had it for quite a while and it's turned brown. Can I still use it?
Trash Bag as Cape for Cutting HairBeing homebound with the Covid-19 virus for over 2 months and needing haircuts before the virus, I think our hair grew faster than ever. My husband was getting desperate for a haircut and it will be another two weeks before his hair appointment. He decided he would let me cut his hair.
Do All Boxed Hair Dyes Have Metallic Salts in Them?I want to dye my hair with Splat in the color crimson. It says not to if I've dyed my hair with a product with metallic salts in it. What do I do?
Fixing a Bad Dye Job?I've have always had really pretty blonde hair. Well 8 years ago a salon messed up my hair. I told them that I just wanted some low lights and a little lighter blonde highlights. Well they turned it red. It looked so bad I changed it to solid brown. Now I wanted go back to blonde so I got a hair stripper a salon lady told me to use and then picked out a pretty blonde color. It turned it yellow.
Create Bouncy Curls with Cardboard TubesIf you are looking for a thrifty, no heat, alternative to rollers or a curling iron this tip may just be for you. It is certainly a great temporary fix. You just need bobby pins and some recycled TP or paper towel tubes from your crafting stash. You will be pleased and surprised by the resulting bouncy curls.
Removing Pen Ink from Your Hair?You can try to remove pen ink from your hair with hairspray, rubbing alcohol, baking soda, or perhaps a clarifying shampoo. Additional suggestions can be found on this page.
Keeping Hair Dye Off Polished NailsTo keep hair dye from ruining your polished nails, wear tight fitting latex or nitrile gloves sealed around your wrists with tape. There are also suggestions, on this page, for removing any dye transfer that might still be bleeding from your hair days later.
Perming Hair After Dyeing?I dyed my hair with a white dye today and I'm thinking of perming it soon. How long do I have to wait to perm it?
Hair Too Dark After Dyeing?I recently got my hair dyed. It was blond and I wanted to go a little darker however it was too dark. The hairdresser put a few highlights in it however the ends of my hair are darker than the top. What's my best bet to get my ends dyed blonder.
Re-perming Hair?So I got my perm a day ago, and it's not curly enough at all. So I washed the chemicals out of my hair. How long should I wait to get it re-permed?
Mixing Permanent Hair Color with Demi Activator?Can you mix permanent hair color (say, Ion Brilliance 3N or Clairol Soy4Plex 4A) with demi-permanent activator (such as Wella Color Charm activator) if you want Demi results?
Drying Hair Tips and TricksWhether you use a hair dryer, a towel or let it air dry, your method of drying can make a difference in the health and manageability of your hair.
Re-dyeing Hair After the Color Has Faded?About a month ago I dyed my hair red from a box. I actually really like the color, but of course it has faded - some areas are faded more than others. Is it OK to re-dye my whole head with the same color I used before? Will it make it all one shade or will I have dark/lighter areas based on how it has faded?
Using Hair Dye with Powder Instead of Liquid Color?When you use a bleach kit that has color powder instead of the color liquid how do you mix just some of it and save the rest for the next touch up?
3-Step Moisture Locking Hair TreatmentUsing water, oil, and cream, you can moisturize your hair even using some of the least expensive products in your house. This is a page about 3-step moisture locking hair treatment.
Using Hair Updo WrapsMake your hair look long and luxurious with these easy hair updo wraps. They come in all sorts of tones to match your own hair color. This is a page about using hair updo wraps.
Big Voluminous Waves With a Flat IronWant to curl your hair but only have a flat iron? No problem. Find step by step instructions in this page about making big voluminous waves with a flat iron.
Toning Down Hair Dye?My wife just had her hair dyed burgundy, but it came out with a bright purple look. How can she tone it down asap?
Using Hair Dye That Got Too Warm?A new Wella hair dye tube was left for about four to five days on a hot TV sky box. And I realised after opening the tube of hair dye that it has gone a bit hard. Can I use it? It's not expired, just left in hot place for 4 to 5 days.
Refreshing Color on Previously Dyed Hair?When you use semi permanent hair coloring, it can fade. A colored gloss can refresh the highlights until it is time to apply dye again. This is a page about refreshing color on previously dyed hair.
Dyeing Roots After Bleaching Hair?I recently bleached my natural hair and dyed my hair a bright red afterward. I do not want my roots red. Can I dye my roots a black color or will it interfere with the bleach underneath the semi-permanent red hair dye?
Getting a Perm After Dyeing Your Hair?If you dye your hair, how long do you have to wait to get a perm?
Unusual Skin Sensation After Shaving Entire Body?This sounds crazy, but I shaved my body with an electronic razor, no water or cream (never did that before) and about a week after that, I began to feel as if hair was under my skin, everywhere, especially my face. It feels like hair is wrapped around my ears, nose, and even my neck.
Hair Is Green in Spots After Chemo?My hair is turning green in spots why? I have had radiation and chemo in the past and lost all my hair. It came back gray (was a dishwater blonde). I have had it cut short, but it still comes back green'?
Cutting a Toddlers HairParents have a few concerns about cutting their toddler's hair. Some have to do with technique and others focus on concerns about changing the texture and level of curliness by cutting. This is a page about cutting a toddler's hair.
Lightening Dyed Hair Without Bleach?If it's been 6 months since I colored my hair medium brown, can I dye it blond without having to use bleach?
Adding Blue Hair Dye to Previously Dyed Hair?Exotic colors like blue and green need to be reapplied often to keep them bright. This is a page about adding blue hair dye to previously dyed hair.
Going Back to Natural Hair Color After Bleaching?Once your natural hair color has been removed it is not quick and easy to return to your actual hair color. You can try dyeing with permanent, temporary, or herbal products while it grows out or see a professional for their advice. This is a page about going back to your natural hair color after bleaching.
Emergency Hair Color for Your RootsIf you get caught between appointments or time to retouch your roots and need a temporary fix, try a brow pencil or mascara. This is a page about emergency hair color for your roots.
Dyeing Hair After Adding Highlights?Dyeing your hair after having highlights can be done. Keep in mind the areas that have highlights will take the dye differently than the rest of your hair. It will likely be darker, so choose your color accordingly. This is a page about dyeing hair after adding highlights.
Didn't Use Enough Hair Dye?If you don't use enough dye when dyeing your hair, it may be necessary to redo the process. This is a page about what to do if you didn't use enough hair dye.
How Do I Keep My Hair Color from Fading?Colored hair can require special care and products to keep it looking bright as long as possible. This page contains advice about how do I keep my hair color from fading?
Using Olive Oil to Condition Your Hair?Olive oil worked into the ends of your hair is an excellent conditioner. If you have an exceptionally dry scalp it can be used there as well. This is a page about using olive oil to condition your hair.
Dyeing Hair Black?I know that when you're blonde you are supposed to dye your hair a warm tone before dyeing it black, but my hair is like an orange brownish hair color. I was wondering would I have to dye it red before dyeing it black so my hair won't fade to green?
Can Re-dyeing Your Hair Damage It?So I bleached and dyed my hair blue and pink 5 days ago. I used Ion semi permanent magenta and sky blue. I did not like it, so I faded it, but the blue didn't wanna come out. I really wanted to dye it black so I did today. Will my hair fall off? Or what will happen to my hair?
Using Honey as a Hair TreatmentHoney is reported to keep hair moisturized and help strengthen hair follicles. This is a page about using honey as a hair treatment.
Gentle Hair Dye Advice?This page contains gentle hair dye advice. For many people, the harsh chemicals in hair dye irritate their skin or make then feel ill. Here are some suggestions for natural and less noxious hair dye options.
Dyeing Hair With Kool-AidMy daughter wanted to color the ends of her hair for the last week of school. The Kool-aid created a very pretty ombre look!
Dirty Blonde Hair HighlightsThis is what your dirty blonde hair will end up looking like. Looks like a pro did it, don't you think?
Saving Money on Haircuts for GuysWays to save money on haircuts for men and boys. Instead of going to the barber shop for a haircut my husband and I bought a set of hair clippers for about $50. After a couple of haircuts the clippers have paid for themselves many times over.
Using Coconut Oil for Damaged HairThis is a page about using coconut oil for damaged hair. Coconut oil is a great moisturizer for hair, skin, and nails. A small amount goes a long way.
A Green Guide to Hair DyesMost commercial hair dyes contain ridiculously toxic chemicals. Many contain additives (often unregulated) that have been linked to cancer, birth defects, and a host of other serious health problems. So why are people willing assume the risk?
Acid Perm on Fine Hair?I have fine hair layered short bob and I'm going to have an acid perm because my hairdresser says it will better for my hair. But she says she can do an acid without heat and I am reading a acid perm must have heat to produce best curl. Any advice please?
Cleaning Hair Curlers in the Washer?My curlers are full of hair. The bristles hang onto the hair. I heard there was a way to remove the hair in the washing machine.
Darkening Dyed Hair?I messed up! How can I darken this to a more black cherry/burgundy? We dyed it less than 24 hrs ago and my natural hair color is dark brown. Only thing I know of for sure my sister-in-law used was Ion sensitive scalp lvl 30 developer and she hasn't told me the brand, color or type(perm, semi, demi) used and I hate it, makes me feel like a back alley strawberry shortcake. My brothers hair, which is the same dark brown, turned out a beautiful dark burgundy. We used the same stuff from the same bowl and I'm at a loss as to why did this compared to his.
Perm Gone Wrong?I got a perm last week, I have blonde and brown hair so she knew I had bleach in my hair from before. However she was really busy and mentioned not leaving it on very long, but now I have no curls even the day I left. It was just a wave here and there but no curls and a lot of straight pieces. Is it from the blonde or not doing the perm right? Can I fix it at home to just be straight again so it doesn't look crazy.
Bantu Perm Query?Hi, I Bantu my hair all the time. I'm wanting to know if I can add perming lotion/process to my Bantu knots to get a permanent Bantu knot look?
Can I Get a Perm On Colour Treated Hair?I have very straight, limp, lifeless hair, which I keep short in a bob. I would like to grow it longer and would like to get a 'demi wave' (if they're still called that) but I also want to keep colouring my hair (I do that every 2-3 months). Is this possible? I used to do it when I was younger. I'm just fed up with spending hours with rollers in my hair only for the curl to last about an hour.
