Right, so about 6 months ago I used live color XXL mystic violet, but didn't like the fade to pinky-red. So got directions plum and have used that ever since. However, it's dark purple on my mid brown hair, and I would like to go a much brighter purple (maybe even change to violet, or something else). So I'm assuming what I need to do is lighten my hair, then use the plum/violet on that? I'm new to this, so I need it explained in really simple step by step terms.
I have an Olia bleach, B+++ maximum bleach it says on the box with up to 8 tone lift. Is this OK to use? Or should I be getting something else? And do I need to use colorB4 first before bleaching, or do I just go straight to bleach?
Will bleaching help with the colour hold in my hair too? Sorry for all the questions but I don't want to get this too wrong!
Posted : April 8, 2016 10:19 am
Start with a colour remover to get the old dye out. It will be very difficult to get an even result otherwise.
Then wait a week and several washes.
You will need to lighten your hair to at least a dark blonde for a vivid violet toned purple.
I would recommend a really good professional quality bleach over a box dye or drugstore kit, you will get more lift and less damage because you can use a lower volume developer. I have never used the kit you have, but if it offers 8 levels of lift I would guess it has a very high vol developer. You could phone and ask them
Posted : April 8, 2016 12:40 pm
Thank you so much!
So, in this order then:
ColourB4
Wait a week
Bleach
Colour
Yes?
I've used Olia colours in the past (couple of years ago) and they say they are less damaging although I've never used this one.
Posted : April 8, 2016 1:49 pm
Yes, that is correct, you have to wash your hair a lot after a colour remover or the colour can re-oxidise. Then you need to allow your natural oils to build back up before bleaching.
Bleach is different than permanent colour, it may be ok, or it may not. I wouldn't risk it personally, I would use professional products. I would at least find out what level peroxide is included in the kit.
Posted : April 8, 2016 2:07 pm
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