Download Article Show Download Article Mixing hair dye and developer together means that you are one step closer to having a brand new hair color. Making sure that you have the right bowl, mixing utensil, and gloves are key to keeping the mixing process clean and tidy. When combining the dye and developer, use the correct ratio and combine the mixture until it's smooth. It's also possible to mix together 2 different colors together to create a new shade of hair dye!
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ReferencesAbout This ArticleArticle SummaryX To mix hair dye, start by putting on a pair of latex gloves and combining the hair dye and developer in a plastic bowl in the ratio specified on the hair dye package. With a plastic fork, mix the dye and developer together until it’s smooth and consistent in color and texture. Avoid using anything metal during this process, as it can oxidize the hair dye or even cause harmful chemical reactions. If you want to mix 2 different colors of hair dye, try to use colors that are within the same 2 to 3 shades. When combining with the developer, use the exact same amount of each dye and adjust the amount of developer to keep it within the correct ratio. For more help from our Cosmetology co-author, like how to choose dye colors that complement each other, read on! Did this summary help you? Thanks to all authors for creating a page that has been read 288,540 times. Reader Success Stories
Did this article help you?How long do I let dye and developer sit?Let the dye sit on your hair for 5-10 minutes. Mix the rest of the dye with the developer (according to the instructions on the dye) until it is smooth. Apply the mixture to your roots using the applicator brush. Cover your head with the plastic cap and let the dye sit on your hair for 35 to 40 minutes.
How do you mix developer with hair dye?To mix hair dye, start by putting on a pair of latex gloves and combining the hair dye and developer in a plastic bowl in the ratio specified on the hair dye package. With a plastic fork, mix the dye and developer together until it's smooth and consistent in color and texture.
What is the ratio for mixing hair color and developer?The hair color and the developer are mixed in a certain ratio to form a tint mixture which is then applied to the hair. Mixing ratio is usually 1:1, 1:1.5 or 1:2 (for an extra strong lightening effect).
What happens if you leave developer in too long?Your mix will be too dry, and you won't be able to saturate the hair properly with product and you may also get uneven and patchy color results. You will not be lifting out enough of the hair's natural melanin. This will mean you may end up with darker hair than you wished for.
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