To mix dye for roots, accurately measure your color cream and activator using a kitchen scale, ensuring a 1:1 ratio unless you are using color 11.1, where the ratio should be 1:2. Here's a more detailed guide:
Mixing Hair Dye for Root Touch-Ups
Mixing hair dye for root touch-ups requires careful attention to detail to ensure even color distribution and avoid damage. Here’s a step-by-step guide:
1. Gather Your Supplies
Before you begin, make sure you have the following:
- Hair Dye Color Cream: The specific shade you need for your roots.
- Activator: This is typically a developer, which comes in various volumes (10, 20, 30, etc.).
- Kitchen Scale: For accurate measurement of cream and activator.
- Mixing Bowl: Non-metallic to avoid reactions.
- Applicator Brush: To apply the dye to the roots.
- Gloves: To protect your hands.
- Old Towel: To protect your clothing.
2. Measure Color Cream and Activator
Accurate measurements are crucial for achieving the desired color and consistency.
- 1:1 Ratio: For most hair dye colors, the ratio of color cream to activator is 1:1. This means that you should use equal parts of both. For example, if you use 30 grams of color cream, use 30 grams of activator.
- 1:2 Ratio (for Colour 11.1): If you are using color 11.1, use 1 part of color cream to 2 parts of activator. For example, if you use 30 grams of color cream, use 60 grams of activator.
- Use a Kitchen Scale: To be precise, use a kitchen scale. This will help you avoid inaccuracies, and the right colour and consistency.
- Example Measurements:
- Regular color: 40 grams of color cream + 40 grams of activator
- Color 11.1: 40 grams of color cream + 80 grams of activator.
3. Mix the Dye
- Pour and Mix: Pour the measured color cream and activator into your non-metallic mixing bowl.
- Thoroughly combine: Using your applicator brush, mix the color cream and activator until they are fully combined and have a smooth, consistent texture.
4. Apply to Roots
- Section Hair: Part your hair into small sections to ensure you apply the dye evenly.
- Apply the dye: Loosen a part of the mixed dye from the bowl and apply the dye to the roots using the brush. Be careful to cover all the roots that need coverage.
- Leave the dye in: Let the dye sit on your roots for the time recommended by the dye's instructions.
By following these steps, you can successfully mix hair dye for root touch-ups, achieving even color and covering any regrowth.
