Today, many women of Asian descent decide to color their hair. When coloring your hair, it is always important to know the basics of hair coloring. However, there are some important differences when coloring Asian hair.
Be aware that coloring Asian hair presents unique difficulties. First of all, Asian hair is generally thicker than other types of hair. Thicker hair is naturally more resistant to hair color. Often, store-bought hair color kits have little or no effect on Asian hair. For this reason, it is often best to go to a color specialist in a salon, preferably one who has experience with Asian hair. If you choose to color at home, it is always wise to do a strand test before trying to color all of your hair. This will give you an idea of how long to let the color sit before rinsing, and what your final color will be.
When choosing a specific shade of hair color, there are a few basic rules. Since most Asian women have naturally dark hair, dark eyes, and skin with gold undertones, most Asian women have naturally warm coloring. There are certain shades to avoid when you have warm coloring. These include white, platinum blonde, or violet and blue shades of black. These shades have the tendency to give your coloring a washed-out look. The best shades for women of warm coloring include red, auburn, and dark or golden brown. Orange and golden highlights can often accent these colors well. Be careful when opting for a lighter shade, such as golden blonde. This can give you a striking look, but it may also clash with your natural skin tones. Because Asian hair is difficult to color, it may be necessary to choose a color that is a shade or two lighter than what you want. Then you will be sure to achieve the look you desire.
Use caution when choosing a black hair color. Black is a difficult color to match, so it often comes out looking unnatural. It is also one of the more permanent hair colors. Black hair color can often remain on the hair for up to a year. Because of this, it is wise to think carefully before choosing to use black hair color.
To achieve a shade of color that is lighter than your natural color, Asian hair usually needs to be stripped completely of its color. This is typically done with bleach in a hair salon. After the hair is stripped of its color, a new color can be washed in. The products used to lighten hair can be very harsh. Frequent use can cause your hair to look damaged.
There are some hair color products on the market formulated specifically for Asian hair. View the color chart on the back of the hair color kit to get an idea of what your final color will be when using that specific shade. The color charts on brands formulated for Asian hair will be most reliable in predicting how the color will affect your hair.
