Posted by DonInOz (other posts) on February 18, 2014 at 04:00:01 Previous Next
In Reply to: Re: Hair Dyeing posted by Anthony on February 18, 2014 at 00:23:21:
Dear Anthony, I'm one of the few guys on this board who colours his hair. I do it to cover the grey. I've thought about stopping, but I don't want to cut it short; my hair has finally reached the sort of length that I'd like to continue wearing. I don't want to start over again! Also, I expect to be looking for a new position later this year, so I want to look more youthful...
I've done a little research into henna dye. One of members here, 'Hairball,' uses it. It does not work on hair that has already been coloured with a 'normal' dye. It also sounds like quite a chore to use. But maybe Hairball will chime in here...he seems to like the results.
Most of the dyes used in salons today have little or no ammonia in contrast to a typically higher content a few years ago. They have learned to make dyes that are not so injurious to your hair, or your scalp. I have my regrowth done in a salon about monthly. It doesn't seem to hurt my hair, which is pretty healthy and thick. Although I have very sensitive skin generally, the hair dye does not irritate my scalp.
Sometimes it's difficult to find the right hairdresser. They're not all really skilled in colour. I've tried a few until I found one that I like and trust. I let her trim my hair recently; like some of the other guys here, I've decided to go with a one-length hairstyle, but I only cut off about an inch so will make the transition from layers in about three stages over the next few months.
Colouring your hair is just another journey on top of that of growing it long. Far more common among women; I guess on men it's considered to be an effete thing to do, just like growing your hair out long...
Nu, all the best from the Land of Oz!