If you’re wondering how to remove hair dye from your skin, we have your answer.
“Just swipe an even amount of product around the hairline and on the ears.
Wear Gloves
Don’t forget the gloves.
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“Always wear gloves, [dye] never comes off fingernails!”
“A tissue is good for the [glove] wipe-off.”
Now the hair is up and out of the way while the color processes, she says.
After your hair color has been processed, pop into the shower.
With gloved hands, add a little water to the hair, she says.
Starting at the hairline, massage the hair color in circular motions away from the hairline.
Continue to massage the full scalp for two to three minutes.
After the color has moved away from the scalp and feels creamy, rinse the hair color out thoroughly.
“Thepetroleum jellywill absorb most of the dye, and then you might wipe it away.”
Lather it up, and then rub it gently on the affected skin.
Rinse and repeat until the desired effect is reached.
Simply pat it onto the stained skin with a cotton ball and rinse.
“It’s affordable and works great,” she says.
Plus, it’s used by expert colorists around the globeso you know it works.
Mix Dish Soap & Baking Soda
Hair dye meets its match in a D.I.Y.
scrub made from dish soap and baking soda.
Apply the paste to the affected area, then wash it off and let it dry.
you’ve got the option to rinse it off with water and soap.
Wait It Out
Of course, you’re free to always just wait it out.
Hair dye likely won’t cause serious damage to the skin, though redness or itchiness may occur.
Always seek a doctor if you’re worried about a particular rash or skin issue.
Gentle soap will likely get it off, though a stain remover is a good bet, too.
