One natural way to hide white hair is by using henna, combined with other ingredients, to create a coloring treatment.
Here's how you can do it:
Henna and Black Tea/Coffee Hair Mask
This method uses henna to naturally darken white hair. The tea or coffee enhances the color.
Ingredients:
- Henna Powder
- 1 cup of Black Tea or Coffee (strong, brewed)
- 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Instructions:
- Prepare the Henna Paste: Mix enough henna powder into the cup of black tea or coffee to form a paste. The consistency should be similar to yogurt.
- Let it Sit: Cover the bowl containing the paste and let it sit for approximately six hours. This allows the henna to release its color.
- Add Olive Oil: After six hours, mix in 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil. This helps to moisturize the hair and prevent it from drying out.
- Apply to Hair: Apply the henna mixture evenly to your hair, ensuring that you cover all the white hairs.
- Rinse: Rinse the henna paste out of your hair after 1 to 3 hours. The amount of time depends on the desired color depth. The longer you leave it in, the darker the color will be.
Important Considerations:
- Color Depth: Start with a shorter processing time (1 hour) for a lighter color and increase it gradually in subsequent applications if needed.
- Strand Test: It's always best to do a strand test before applying any hair dye to your entire head. This helps you see how the color will look and avoid any unexpected results.
- Allergies: Perform a patch test 48 hours before applying henna to rule out allergies.
