Nobody is perfect all the time. When it comes to do-it-yourself hair bleaching, this saying is especially true. One quick look in the mirror can reveal the shocking results of a botched bleach job. The stark reality of seeing your uneven bleached hair can be alarming.

Fortunately, you don’t have to pretend you’re starting a new hair trend. There are several options you can take to even out your hair color. The most obvious step is to seek help from a professional hairstylist or colorist. However, if you persist in doing it yourself, there are two good options. We will guide you through both.

Why Your Bleached Hair is Uneven?

It helps to find out what went wrong the last time. You can begin by retracing your steps before you discover the horrible results. As you review the process, consider these four leading causes for uneven bleached hair and see if they apply to you.

• Not using enough product: If your hair is dark, you should use more bleach. By falling short, your hair could turn orange or red after bleaching.
• Choosing the right product for you: You should take your time shopping for the right bleaching product. These products have various volume strengths, ranging from 10 to 40. A volume 10 product won’t get the job done if you have very dark hair.
• Poor product mixing: Make sure the product is not outdated. Also, it is imperative to mix the developer and bleaching powder evenly. While stirring the mixture with your brush, take your time, and don’t stop until a homogenized blend.
• Not sectioning your hair: Applying bleach on unparted hair is an invitation to a hair coloring trainwreck. Long and thick hair is particularly vulnerable. Starting from the lower part, use rubber bands to tie off small sections until you get to the top.

Will Toner Fix Uneven Hair?

It is possible to use toner on uneven bleached hair. After several washes, you’ll most likely end up with slightly uneven toned hair, but it is not a clear pathway to your desired hair color. However, if you prefer to skip the harsh effects of bleach, toning may be a viable option.