Have you been thinking about going blonde? Or, perhaps, you are considering a new look for the coming season, and the captivating “blonde glow” on the social media of your favorite influencer and celebrity seems to be calling your name?

Recommended Video Whether you have naturally blonde hair, go from brunette to blonde, or simply need an uplifting transformation, here are a few valuable tips from a professional with 10+ years in the beauty industry you may want to consider before taking the big leap into dyeing hair blonde.

#1: Should You Go Blonde at All?

Take a look at your hair. No, it is not necessarily a matter of how thin or thick your hair is, or what your natural color is, or even what the color of your skin is. It’s 2022, and if going for an exotic look is your jam, then go for it! There are more shades of blonde than 50 shades of gray, and – given the right hair colorist – you might only have to think about what type of blonde best compliments your skin tone (be it cool, warm, or neutral).

Yet, with so much more to be considered, your main concern should be the porosity of your hair. It is the condition or the health of your hair, and 100% of your homework. Lifting hair color is damaging, so you can only start with healthy locks and the readiness to nurture them further.

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#2: You Need to Prep for Blonde Hair

Now, let’s say you haven’t gone to the salon yet. You are still searching for the right stylist via referrals, Instagram, etc. In conjunction with your search, your main goal is getting your hair as healthy as possible, and here’s how!

Start by doing 20-minute hair mask treatments once or twice per week. Let your hair grab the nutrients it will need to support and sustain bleaching. The last thing you want is to get to your appointment when your hair is not in the condition to be lightened. What you do want is getting the best results out of your appointment and walking out with exactly what you had in mind if not better, with the confidence of an IG “Baddie”.