Hair toning with 3 grams of dye. True or myth?

Many people want to know if using a tiny amount of dye can result in effective hair toning. Is it true that you can change the color of your hair with as little as 3 grams of dye? Or is this just another myth about beauty?

In terms of hair toning, the appropriate concentration of dye can significantly impact the outcome. However, how much is actually required to get that ideal, harmonious tone? Let’s examine more closely to see if utilizing just 3 grams is feasible or if this concept is unrealistic.

Question	Answer
Is it possible to tone hair with just 3 grams of dye?	It depends on hair length and thickness. For short, thin hair, 3 grams might provide some coverage, but for longer or thicker hair, it’s usually not enough.
Can 3 grams of dye create noticeable color changes?	Small amounts of dye can slightly adjust the tone, but for a more visible change, more product is typically needed.
Is it a myth that 3 grams can tone all hair types?	Yes, it’s generally a myth. Most people will need more than 3 grams for effective toning, especially on longer or thicker hair.

My hair

• Damaged
• Repeatedly bleached with powder
• Porous
• Straight
• Gray hair ~ 45%
• Regular blow-drying

About hair color

I tried self-coloring and failed at first, but after talking to a hairdresser/colorist, I picked a shade and made the decision to keep it up myself.

I went into a darker shade, about two tones lower, in just three months. And as I colored more, I came to the conclusion that I didn’t like colors that dark. I wish I could go back to being blonde because I feel uneasy.

However, it should be noted that my hair is extremely brittle. I’ve already informed you that I severely burned my hair in the salon when lightning struck. Additionally, roughly 10 cm. I have a 5 cm strip from the roots that is really damaged. Since the paint comes into contact with this area, this is also the part that breaks frequently during toning.

I was mostly curious as to why the toning was becoming darker with each coloring, though. Ultimately, neither the paint nor the application technology were altered by me. I then began studying coloring until I by chance stumbled upon internet seminars. This led me to do this experiment, which involved cleaning the length and toning just 3 grams. I also used at least 100 grams of dye before that. An alluring perk, isn’t it?

A little theory

In this post, I went over the entire home coloring process. However, this algorithm did not work for me in this case because the length was obstructed by dark pigment. I also had to adjust the length for a lighter shade.

To remove the accumulated pigment from the length, you can use:

• Chelate wash
• Organic wash
• Acid wash
• American shampoo (peeling)

You can remove the pigment from the BL by selecting any of these techniques (lightening background). You can move on to the next step of the hair work if the BL is even.

I made the decision to use alkalinity theory to clean my BL since I knew that it should be uniform for a beautiful blonde and that it varies in length. This would cut down on the coloring time.

Alkalinity theory

The pH balance is now indicated on a lot of hair care products.

A pH scale with a gradation from 0 to 14 is used in cosmetology.

PH ranges: 0 to 7 are acidic, 7 are neutral, and 7 to 14 are alkaline.

Let’s examine the operation of the oxidizer and powder first in order to comprehend this theory.

Potassium, an alkali in the powder, helps to split the cuticle scales. An Pigments are oxidized by the hydrogen peroxide in the oxidizer. Pigments are forced out of the hair by atomic (active) oxygen created when alkali and peroxide mix.

However, oxidizers come in a variety of forms. 1.5%, 3%, 6%, 9%, and 12% are these. These figures represent the strength of the lightning mixture and the quantity of atomic oxygen released.

And what role does it play in the pH balance? Depending on the ratios, the mixture we get when we mix oxidizer and powder has a different pH.

The pH of the composition rises as hair damage gets worse.

A pH of ten is regarded as gentle lightening.Six

At 12%, you can blend a low-alkaline mixture!

Thoughts on 1.5%

Before I started researching how blondes are made, I believed that soft lightening was 1.5% oxide. It stands to reason that we harm hair less when the oxide level is lower. However, now that I’m somewhat conversant with the alkalinity theory, I can confidently state that this is untrue. Powder and 1.5% oxide (1:2) have a pH of 11.01. Moreover, a mixture of powder and 12% oxide (1:5) has a pH between 8.98 and 10.3. Additionally, you can dilute the mixture 1:8 and reduce the alkalinity. Additionally, the lightning will be even softer. This is the alkalinity theory itself.

The mathematics of color

We have now reached the most fascinating part. Color mathematics allows us to create more transparent shades while also conserving dye.

I mentioned that I was having trouble with the shade getting darker at the beginning of the post. Because a dense pigment rather than a color direction is applied with each toning, darkening happens. That is to say, I add pigment with each toning, so it hasn’t completely washed out in a month. And as a result, I have a dirty 9 ugt rather than a clean 10.

What affects the speed of pigment washout?

The durability of the toning is affected by the dye itself. If the toning is done with permanent paint, then it will be more durable than if a semi-permanent dye was used. The frequency of washing and the choice of shampoo also affect. The more often you wash your hair, the faster the pigment will wash out, mild shampoos wash out the color more slowly than more aggressive ones. And, of course, the hair type itself has an effect. If the hair is low-porosity, then it is more difficult to dye it, but the pigment stays in it longer, and the pigment is washed out faster from porous hair, but it is easier to tint.

50% of the base in charge of the ugt plus 50% of the direction of shade

As an illustration, 10.3

Where 3 is the golden direction and 10 is the ugt level (blond).

However, if there are two numbers following the dot, then the color nuance is 15%, the shade direction is 35%, and the base is likewise 50%.

It is immediately evident from a visual assessment of ugts 1 and 10 that black will have more pigment because it contains more of it.

Therefore, we only need the color direction (the second number) to create a transparent blond; the main shade is not necessary. How can the primary tone be eliminated?

This will require us to take a color that is three to four shades darker. Taking 6 or 7 ugt and mixing it with a colorless base will give me a transparent blond of 10 ugt. An oxide or a clear dye can be used as the basis.

Only 10 ugt owners are eligible for this scheme. The amount of dye increases if your shade is darker.

How the coloring went

I’ll describe my "before" before getting into the practical portion of the post.

I used paints 9.76 and 9.16 up until the final coloring. I also made the brown direction darker. Furthermore, a little darker-colored strip in the root zone is not depicted in the photo. Regretfully, I neglected to take step-by-step pictures while coloring. I was quite concerned about the outcome.

Working with powder

Consequently, we required lightning to

• Powder
• Oxidizer 12% and 3%
• Thermal paper

I went with thermal paper instead of foil because it retains heat better than foil, which causes the lightening process to be more consistent.

If the regrown roots were first bleached during the prior coloring, then I followed the algorithm today:

1. Applying the clarifying mixture to previously clarified hair
2. Without washing off the first composition, it brightened the roots with the second composition
3. Exposure 30 minutes
4. Organic cleaning in the sink
5. Toning

25 grams of powder and 200 grams of oxidizing agent (1: 8).

I chose to dilute the composition in a ratio of 1: 8 and make the mixture softer due to the severe damage to my hair.

Starting from the occipital region, they applied the composition between the thermal gun strands and moved to the hair growth line. Strands had a thickness of 1-2 cm. The lightening may not go through evenly if we take in thicker ones, so you’ll need to use powder to prove your hair.

Bleaching overgrown roots can be done once the entire length has been worked out.

30 grams of powder plus 60 grams of iliary 3% (1: 2)

We go back to the thread where we began applying the composition to the length, tighten the thermal paper a little bit to reveal the regrown root, and then paint it. Moving up gradually, coloring each root.

I refrigerated the blend for half an hour. I think we have enough time now.

Control over vision is required. There is a 40-minute maximum holding time.

I then used SHGO to wash the compositions off. To halt the bleaching reaction, it is crucial to completely wash off any remaining powder from the hair.

I held the composition and then felt for elasticity in the test strand. The thread stayed intact! The hairs stayed intact!

I made the decision to perform organic cleaning after noticing that the outcome of lightening the length was a little skewed. I didn’t plan to do it at first, but I eventually got into the swing of things. I was generally afraid of applying powder to the length, and the thought of using powder containing 12% oxidizer made my knees go weak. However, the notion of becoming the ideal blonde without sacrificing quality never left my mind.

I took the most common aspirin tablets, crushed them with a spoon, and then eyeballed roughly equal amounts of the crushed tablets with SHGO. Blend everything thoroughly and use this concoction on damp hair.

Hold for fifteen minutes at most. visual command.

I used my hands to apply the mixture to damp hair, then I brushed the cloth in the direction that the hair grows, observing the outcome. The color of my hair became more uniform and lighter in front of my eyes. The waves subsided. The mixture was kept for seven minutes. Use lots of water to rinse.

I applied the mask to my hair after the organic wash, let it sit for the necessary amount of time, and then rinsed. You can now begin toning.

Toning

This is where the magic starts. 129668;

Regarding the toning I underwent:

Bouticle 6.1 dark blond ash is the paint brand I went with. At first, I wanted to combine two colors, but this line didn’t have the color 6.2 or any other number that pointed in the direction of purple. Taking a permanent dye is also crucial because they contain more pigment.

30 g of base plus 3 g of dye plus 60 g of 1.5% oxidizer

I increased the mixture by double because I have long hair.

The mixture comes out quite liquid, but you can thicken it with a regular mixer if this format isn’t convenient for you.

I painted the entire length at once, working my way up to the hairline from the back of the head.

Retaining data for up to 25 minutes.

Following the recommended 20 minutes of holding, I used a stabilizing shampoo to remove it. I then put the care to use.

Even though the lighting and toning were gentle, a 10-cm section of hair that had been burned by ineffective lighting broke off slightly. I generally get this picture every time I remove the toning. Initially, I believed that this was because of the Estel paint’s poor quality, but I have since come to understand that the hair’s quality had more to do with it.

Naturally, the way the hair always seems to be falling off the head is really bothersome. There are times when it seems like you should go back to natural hair coloring or stop self-dying. But then I realize that even though I won’t see it, the hair will break off in the salon. We thus make do with what we have. I’m currently trying to find a way out of this predicament and growing my hair longer in order to eventually chop off the badly damaged portion of my hair.

It’s common knowledge that using only 3 grams of dye to tone hair is untrue, but there are situations where it does work. The length, thickness, and color of the hair, along with the dye’s concentration, all influence how much is required. For fine or short hair, 3 grams may be sufficient for subtle toning; however, most people will require more product for noticeable results and even coverage. It’s crucial to realize that applying insufficient dye can result in uneven or patchy color, so it’s best to abide by expert advice.

Dyeing result

We have now reached the most fascinating section. results of dying.

Transparent blonde looks great. Although I thought the shade was great, I wish it had been a little colder. However, this is easily remedied by toning again.

Additionally, a tiny collage:

Overall, I believe the experiment was successful. The color I chose is perfect, and there is barely any quality loss.

Not harmful advice

I would never advise someone to conduct such an experiment. However, hair coloring is a very serious procedure; if done incorrectly, you could lose a lot of hair. If you do choose to dye, keep in mind that doing diagnostics is crucial before proceeding.

What is important to consider before dyeing

Prior to applying a stain that comes into contact with the scalp, you should determine whether there are any skin violations. Postponing coloring should be done if there are any wounds, inflammations, or increased skin sensitivity on the head. Because you risk getting a burn or worse if the oxide and powder mixture gets into an open wound.

Conduct a strand test. Ultimately, it is because of it that you are able to select products and equipment with greater competence.

How to do a strand test?

Prepare a 1:2 mixture of powder and 6% oxide. Apply for fifteen minutes to a strand covered in foil that has insulation.

You can perform lightening or bleaching if the test strand does not spring back into shape, but instead reverts to its initial shape. Additionally, the procedure should be delayed if the hair becomes like instant noodles or if a strand breaks off.

I suggest protecting the stress zone (the area where the previously dyed hair meets the regrown length) if you plan to dye the roots yourself. We won’t have overly lit areas in this manner. By mixing 10 grams of petroleum jelly with 1 gram of vaseline, you can use a mask to protect yourself.

Take an allergy test before using any new products if you have a sensitive scalp or are prone to allergies. Applying products 48 hours prior to the procedure is ideal for skin contact with the area behind the ear.

Mistakes I made

I’ve already discussed a few of the numerous coloring errors I made. Now, though, I would like to share two anecdotes with you in order to illustrate how not to do it.

From blonde to the dark side

I’m not alone in having had bad coloring experiences at salons. I’ve signed up for a highlighting update so I can ring in the New Year in style, even though the calendar says December 30. It’s hard for me to recall now exactly what went wrong, but I was really pissed off when I left the salon. Sadly, or happily, there was no way to save the picture. And on December 31, my mother dyed me at home after I hurriedly purchased professional paint.

I was able to celebrate the New Year with this hair color and how it was all put together for me. However, nobody warned me that the color would fade fast when I purchased such a dark shade. And it rapidly faded into a "noble" yellow-green color.

And once more, I needed to buy paint at the store. This time, I colored using paint that I purchased from the mass market. which did not wash off as quickly and laid more evenly. I was able to use it for several months without the shade losing its quality.

The right transition to dark shades

Pre-pigmentation is a must if you intend to go from blonde to dark shades that are two to three tones lower.

Pre-pigmentation is the term used to describe the initial pigment saturation of hair. in line with the FO.

In the event that coloring was not successful, level 9, or light yellow, was the FO. And five units of paint were purchased. After that, the algorithm is in effect:

1. Pre-pigmentation with dye 1 ugt higher (lighter) than the desired shade.
2. Toning in a classic way.

Shampoo, oxidizer, and dye

Bad experience with super blond

I went blond when the quarantine first started. However, since I wanted to look beautiful and salons were closed, I chose to give super blond dyeing a try. Why is she so blonde? After seeing how my friend dyes her hair, I made the decision to do the same to my own.

My biggest error was deciding to reduce the oxidizer percentage because I didn’t understand the purpose of this product. up to 6%. The worst part, though, was that very day I made the decision to replace my wildly yellow roots with a mass-market one. It seemed like a great idea at the time, but now I’m really embarrassed about it. Avoid doing that! I decided that I could use a tint shampoo to counteract the yellowness after seeing the outcome. Of course, I have purple hair and yellow roots.

The picture essentially says it all. I burnt my scalp and developed yellow roots as a result of this experiment. It was awful, but I didn’t have a picture of the hair all over the canvas.

Rules for working with super blond

The alkalinity theory says that super blondes can also be worked with. The only requirement is to use a maximum of 12% oxidizer when working.

12% oxidizer plus super blonde (1:3)

Additionally, there are two key guidelines that should be followed when working with super blonde hair in order to achieve flawless results. These are the following:

1. Exposure 50-60 minutes.
2. Super blond does not like long roots. Maximum 1 cm.

Although using only 3 grams of dye for hair toning may seem appealing, it’s important to take the science of hair coloring into account. While small tones can be achieved with small amounts of dye, more balanced techniques are usually needed for consistent, long-lasting results.

The length, thickness, and desired shade of your hair are some of the variables that affect how effective hair toning is. If you use too little dye, you can get inconsistent or transient results that don’t live up to your expectations.

Ultimately, while the notion of utilizing three grams of dye might not be wholly untrue, it is also not a general fix. The best course of action for trustworthy toning is always to seek professional advice and adhere to the recommendations specific to your type of hair.

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