Schwarzkopf Poly Color Tint 87 Red Black (Pack of 3)

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The process of dying your hair at home can be a bit messy. Make sure to wear gloves and old clothes or a cape to protect your skin and clothing. Consider going with a true red, dark auburn, or burgundy if you have warm undertones. [5] X Research source

Color remover: Designed for color-treated hair, a color remover can help strip away red pigments, making it easier to dye your hair blonde afterward.When it comes to applying the blonde hair dye on your red hair, the two colors may not blend seamlessly.

After rinsing the dye, it’s essential to close your hair cuticles with cold water. Cold water will help seal in the color and reduce the risk of fading.

Chili Red Highlights on Black Hair

Your hair type may react differently to these processes, so always consider a strand test to avoid disappointment.

Once your hair has been properly lightened, then adding some temporary or semi-permanent dyes can help cover up any remaining red tones.

2. Black Cherry Hair

There are several shades of brown, from the lightest brown to the darkest brown, so no matter what shade of red dye you’re trying to cover up, there’s a brown hair color that’s dark enough to cover up what you’re working with. If you want a warmer shade of brown, choose a brown shade that contains neutral tones, which are a combination of gold and ash. These tones will get rid of red and leave you with a golden brown. We recommend if you're not a natural redhead, colour the whole head of hair red on your first round, and then follow Dianne's method and use a red-coloured conditioner or hair toner going forward.

Another alternative is to transition from red to a more natural color, such as brown or blonde. These shades can often complement your natural base color and be more suitable for various skin tones. If you want toned brown hair, choose an ash-brown shade. Ash contains blue and green pigments, blue neutralizes orange tones, and green neutralizes red tones. Although the dyeing process is easy, even if it’s your first time, applying the red layer takes a lot of effort. You must bleach your hair first before adding the red dye.

Rich Black Hair with Ruby Red Highlights

The outcome of your purple dye job will depend on the shade of red you currently have. If your hair is a vibrant, fiery red, the purple might not come out as you expected. If you don’t know what you’re doing, you can really ruin your hair with bleach. If this is your first time, go to a stylist and may the extra coin. You don’t want your hair to fall out because you screwed up.