So you have black hair and are ready to get midnight blue locks? There are a number of ways you can go about it, but they chiefly boil down to two methods. You can either use a temporary dye that’s made for dark hair.

Yes, it’s actually temporary and will wash out in one to 12 washes. Or you can have your hair bleached and add a blue semi-permanent dye over it. This will last longer and won’t stain your clothes and pillowcase.

Experts recommend that to dye hair blue, you must first lighten it to a blonder hue. To do this safely, it may require the intervention of a professional stylist but should you choose to embark on this journey from the comforts of your home; there are a few things you should know.

Black to Blue Hair: Tools Needed

Semi-permanent color will always be more vibrant because it starts on a lighter, bleached slate of hair. But that doesn’t mean that it won’t be awfully cute if you choose a temporary do-it-yourself route. Before you get started on this quest for blue hair, you will need to secure a few tools. Those tools will include:

• Clips to Hold Hair
• Blue Hair Dye
• Petroleum Jelly
• Gloves
• Hair Dying brush and mixing bowl

Your dye could be chalk, wax, cream, or spray. Remember, this is temporary, so you can experiment which whichever one works best for you.

How to Style Black Hair With Blue Tips?

The Hair Dying Process

Manic Panic and Color Brilliance are two popular brands used by many who dare to engage in the spectrum of hair colors ranging from pastels to deep purples to vibrant blues from the comfort of their home. Following the manufacturer’s instructions, section your hair into four sections and apply a holding clip. Hair should be completely dry before you embark on this process.

Next, apply petroleum jelly around your hairline to prevent hair dye stains.