Mix all the ingredients together in a bowl. Then divide your wet hair into sections and apply the mixture. Let it stay for about 10 minutes. Pay close attention to the lightening process, on a mirror. That way, you can wash your hair as soon as you see it’s at the desired tone. Finish by applying a neutralizing hair mask and it’s done!

FAQs  

We’re here to bust all of your questions about successfully bleach bathing your hair.

Can you bleach bath hair without a bleach developer?

This may be possible, but it is not recommended. If you do a bleach bath without a developer, you might damage your hair.

How long do you leave a bleach bath on?

A bleach bath only stays in the hair for about five minutes.

Should you rinse after a bleach bath?

Definitely! The bleach is usually mixed with shampoo.

Will a bleach bath get rid of orange hair?

A bleach bath will lighten orange hair, so you might end up with an orange-ish blond color.

Can you use any shampoo for a bleach bath?

You’re trying to strip the hair. So it’s best to use a shampoo that contains sulfate-based ingredients or a clarifying shampoo.

Should you shampoo or condition a bleach bath?

The bleach is added to the shampoo. You will need to condition your hair afterward.

Can I use purple shampoo in a bleach bath?

Yes.

Can you use coconut oil with a bleach bath?

Hair that’s already been bleached or dyed might be highly porous. If you would like to avoid having your hair absorb too much water and break off cuticle shingles because of that, you can pre-shampoo with coconut oil. Leave it in for two hours, rinse it, then do the bath.

How do you do a bleach bath with conditioner?

It’s not recommended to use conditioner as a bleach bath because conditioner coats the hair instead of stripping it.