How To Use Argan Oil-Infused At-Home Hair Colours To Your Benefit
If you feel it is too early to have grey hair, then now is the best time to take some action about it. Hair salons are all closed due to the ongoing pandemic and even their reopening cannot guarantee a safe hair coloring experience. Hence at-home hair colour kits are a great alternative to try out. There are multiple methods and options available to explore and, of course, some points to keep in mind before proceeding to dye your hair.
As a general rule, avoid using chemical-based, oxidative dyes which can damage and stress out your hair. The best kind of hair colours are the safe and non-toxic ones that have some natural components in them.
One such excellent ingredient that you can look out in at-home hair colour kits is Argan Oil aka Liquid Gold. It is specially termed as liquid gold by the hair care industry because of the many benefits it provides to our hair. Argan oil can even work its wonders on our hair when mixed with hair dyes and helps condition the hair throughout the colouring process.
In this story, let us understand everything there is to know about argan oil and the advantages of choosing hair dyes that are already infused with argan oil.
The Goodness Of Argan Oil
Argan oil has a fascinating extraction process. Extracted from the kernel of the Argan tree which only grows and survives in semi-arid places, argan oil is native to Morocco. Due to its place of origin, the oil is also called Moroccan oil.
The extraction process of argan oil has been there for a long time. It begins with removing the thick outer peel and pulp of the argan fruit. The leftover nut, when split using hands, reveals the kernels. These kernels are crushed and pressed to give us argan oil in its pure and unfiltered form. The extracted oil is further filtered to remove impurities to achieve a lucid kind of the argan essential oil.
Argan oil has shown to increase the elasticity of our hair. With continuous usage, it restores shine and gives a new lease of life to dull and dry hair. Believe me, after you start using it, you will be able to see a visible improvement to your hair. My hair got back its bounce and radiance all thanks to this liquid gold of oil. Since it is also a radical neutraliser, it protects our hair and scalp from the sun’s harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays.
The Magic Of Argan Oil-Infused Hair Colours
Argan oil is a valuable ingredient to be included in hair colour formulas. It acts as a catalyst for the constant maintenance of hair colour. You can see it work its magic both during and after the hair colouring process. It gives so many benefits to human skin and hair. But there are a few specific advantages, which I experienced, that are detailed below:
- My hair is now soft as silk — Argan oil is well-known for its ability to penetrate deeply into the hair and scalp. It provides ample nourishment that lasts for a long time. During the colouring process, our cortex opens up to absorb the dye. The argan oil present in the hair dye also goes in making the hair softer and smoother for a long time frame.
- The brittleness in my hair vanished — Brittleness and split ends are common problems I faced while colouring my hair. Since argan oil can penetrate the cortex well, it pumps up the hair from the inside and strengthens the hair strands from the outside. It leads to a gradual reduction in the brittleness and results in hair that is strong.
- The hair colour gets absorbed evenly and lasts longer — When argan oil is present in the dye formula, the lightening of the natural hair pigments happens at an even scale. It works its magic from the inside of the hair shaft and helps the re-pigmentation to happen uniformly. The whole colouring process works smoothly and gives us a harmonised and consistent colour spread from the roots till the ends.
- My hair gathered a natural shine — Argan oil aids in closing the hair cuticles after the colouring process is over. It makes the hair shaft shine longer. A simple tip I follow for a more pronounced shine is to blow-dry my hair and then brush it nicely.
- My tresses became vibrant, colourful and luscious — My hair transformed to a better condition with the consistent usage of argan oil-based hair colour. After every application, I noticed my hair gave off a vibrant and luxurious look.
The above is not just my opinion. Many users have posted positive reviews after using argan oil-based hair colours as well. Once you check them, you’ll be more convinced as well, just like I was.
A Few Additional Tips To Try Out
Here are a few suggestions that have helped me a lot when it comes to hair colouring. See if you can try out all or at least some of these.
- The first thing to remember when it comes to dyeing your hair is to give priority to your hair and the style or look you want to show off. Don’t think everything is the same and go for a cheap and low-quality hair dye. Assess and select a good-quality branded hair colour that will be worth the money spent.
- Check out all the ingredients of the dye formula and choose a chemical-free, non-toxic hair colour that is safe for all hair types.
- Do a patch test by applying a small part of the hair colour behind the ear before directly putting it on the hair. It helps in identifying if any ingredient present in the hair dye is allergic to you in any way.
- Take the time out to read the instructions given in the packaging and follow it. Before applying the colour, wear a protective face mask and gloves.
- An effective moisturisation treatment will add to the life of your hair. A few days before you plan on colouring your hair, try going for a deep conditioning therapy.
- Post dyeing your hair with argan oil-based hair colours you can take argan oil treatments to preserve the shine and colour in your hair.
- Space out your colouring applications and don’t keep reapplying once you notice the colour fading. Always remember moderation is the key to healthy hair.
The Final Word
Argan oil, in any form or combination, is an excellent supplement to our hair. It helps in conditioning the hair, soothing an itchy scalp, boosting the shine of our hair, reducing frizz and encouraging hair growth. It also prevents heat damage from styling tools and protects the hair and its colour from the sun’s UV rays. Using argan oil-infused hair dyes guarantees minimal damage to our hair from continuous colouring and maximum result with radiant hair.
