Why’s that you ask?
Well, damage tends to be caused during the lightening process, which calls for bleach.
Not so fast, though.
Stocksy
Let the strands dry in the sun."
She warns, “Avoid getting any lemon juice on your skin; it could burn with sun exposure.
“Brunettes have a tendency to pull orange tones,” explains NY-based colorist Ashley Schafer.
To avoid unwanted warmth, brunettes can try using white vinegar to pull cooler tones.
Surprising, we know.
The main component in honey that helps lighten your hair is called glucose oxidase.
It helps break down the sugars and keeps the honey from spoiling.
To apply, slather it onto damp hair so the water helps kick things into gear.
Apply with a color brush or paint brush and try your hand at some DIY balayage.
Paint on your highlights and wrap them in foil.
Keep off the scalp and focus around your face and ends, advises Schafer.
And as with every utility weve learned so far, applying heat will help speed up the process.
Sea Salt
Sea saltis a popular method for lightening hair.
“It brightens previously lightened hair and also natural bases (think childrens hair), explains Burton.
Chamomile
This delicate little flower carries a pigment in its petals called apigenin.
Apigenin creates a golden tint, which may attach itself to the hair shaft when applied.
The bonus is thatchamomilemay have conditioning properties that will leave your hair feeling soft and shiny.
Vitamin C
You know your favorite morningserum with vitamin Cthat does wonders at fading dark spots?
Similarly, vitamin C can lighten the hair and remove buildup.
A blow dryer works, too.
Make a paste with the honey and cinnamon and apply it to the hair like a mask.
Rinse it out after 20 minutes.
Final Takeaway
Dont be afraid to combine any of the treatments above.
Theyre all-natural, after all.
And in some cases, the added effort might be upping your chances for lighter strands.
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