Ready for a new hair color but aren’t sure which type of hair dye to choose? We don’t blame you! From permanent to semi-permanent and everything in between, it’s no wonder we ladies get confused or feel overwhelmed when we want to choose a new hair color! Not choosing the right hair dye could make a big difference in how your hair ends up looking, and may even have damaging effects you weren’t aware of.

Before you touch your lovely locks, read up on five types of hair dyes you have to choose from to see which one is best for your hair goals and won’t leave you running to the salon to have those hair mistakes fixed!

Types of Hair Dyes

There are various ways you can alter the color of your hair using salon treatments, boxed dyes, temporary sprays, or natural dye ingredients. Keep reading to learn about the five types of hair dye you can use.

#1. Permanent Hair Dye

Permanent hair dye is the longest-lasting hair dye on the market. If you’re confident in the dye color you’re choosing and hope to retain that color for a very long time, permanent hair dye might be for you.

How Does It Work?

Permanent hair dye is activated when it mixes with a developer. A developer is a creamy paste containing hydrogen peroxide. When the two are combined and applied to your hair, it opens up the cuticles that surround your hair.

This process allows the dye to enter the surface of the hair shaft and color the hair deep inside each strand. The cuticles then reclose, and the dye is locked in to create a lasting effect.

This process is what causes the hair dye to stick and not fade away like other hair dyes. With permanent hair dye, your hair will grow out at its roots with its natural hair color before fading.

How Long Does It Last?

On average, permanent hair dye will last around 4-6 weeks. Factors such as hair texture, hair health, natural color, and the number of washes between dying can all lengthen or shorten this time.