Dye Hair Light Brown from Dark Brown
You’ll need to tone it every 4 to 6 weeks. Brassy golds will creep back. That’s fine. Use a color-depositing shampoo in a cool brown shade to keep the warmth at bay.
Also: your hair will be a bit drier. Deal with it. Use a deep conditioning mask once a week. Slather it on, wrap your head in a plastic bag, and watch a terrible reality show. It helps.
Will your friends notice? Yes. They’ll say, “Your hair looks so healthy! Did you get a trim?” You’ll smile and say, “Just a little at-home dye thing.” You’ll sound so casual. So nonchalant.
But you and I know the truth. You wrestled with bleach, developer, and the terrifying possibility of orange roots. And you won.
So go ahead. Make that jump from dark brown to light brown. It’s a journey. It’s a little messy. There might be tears. But the selfie is so worth it.
Now, go forth and lift, you fabulous creature. And text me a picture when you’re done.