How to remove hair dye from skin?
Many people carry out the procedure for dyeing their hair at home. It is a simple and not time-consuming process. But painting strands at home requires maximum care, otherwise you will have to think about how and how to remove paint residues from the skin. How to wash off the remaining staining agent from the skin? All answers and recommendations are already waiting for you in our special material.
Peculiarities
It is very difficult to color your hair so as not to stain even a small area of the skin. Of course, before carrying out the procedure, you should protect your neck and hands from paint as much as possible. But despite all the preparations and the utmost care, paint particles can still get on the ears, forehead and neck. You can cope with such a problem with the help of professional tools, which are very often used in beauty salons after the staining procedure has already been completed. And you can completely cope with the task with the help of effective folk methods.
It is worth mentioning that you should cleanse your skin as delicately as possible, so as not to harm your health and not cause allergic reactions. Do not use aggressive products, after the use of which reddening of the skin may occur, itching and peeling may begin. For example, this is acetone. You will, of course, remove paint stains from your skin, but such an aggressive product can seriously harm your skin. The same goes for hydrogen peroxide. It is strongly not recommended to use such products to wash off paint residues from the delicate skin of the neck and face.
For a start, try to remove all traces of paint with a regular cotton pad dipped in warm soapy water.If this does not help and the spots remain, then you can try one of the methods described below.
Professional remedies
During their work, modern hairdressers always use professional hair dyeing products and to care for curls. Therefore, in their arsenal there are always special professional products that, if necessary, help to easily wash off the remnants of the absorbed paint from the skin. Of course, if you regularly dye your curls at home, then you should purchase a similar tool.
On the market you can easily find special lotions and emulsions that are designed just to cope with this problem. Pay attention to exactly those brands that produce hair dyes and other health and beauty care products.
As a rule, these products are great for very delicate and delicate skin. Such lotions are often used after coloring the eyebrows, which helps to easily get rid of unnecessary paint residues on the skin. It is easy to use them, for this it is enough just to carefully study the instructions. The product can be applied to a cotton pad and gently cleanse the contaminated area of the skin.
Also, some brands produce special products that are great for removing stubborn paints. As a rule, complete with such a lotion, you can find a special agent that should be applied after the procedure for removing paint from the scalp or neck, as it has a beneficial effect on the skin and helps relieve irritation.
When choosing a professional product, pay attention to the fact that it should contain a minimum amount of ammonia. In addition, pay attention to the instructions to make sure that the product is suitable for cleaning not only the skin of the hands, but also the face. It is advisable to choose lotions, the composition of which is enriched with various herbal extracts. For example, it could be lime extract or rice extract. Thanks to additional components, the skin will be reliably protected.
You can immediately choose such a hair dye, complete with a special balm for removing dye from the skin. Funds in a small sachet, as a rule, are quite enough for one procedure.
How to wash off the paint at home?
It is quite possible to wash off the remnants of hair coloring products from the face or neck using proven folk methods. Their main advantage is that all the necessary tools can be easily found at home.
The most common kefir will help to cope with the problem that has arisen. The fatter the fermented milk product, the better. Apply a small amount of kefir to a cotton pad or just a piece of soft cloth, gently treat the contaminated parts of the skin, and after 15 minutes rinse everything off with warm water. It is also perfectly acceptable to use curdled milk.
The baking soda, which many women use when preparing various muffins and pies, will help remove even heavily stubborn paint stains. This method may not work for all women. For those with sensitive skin prone to irritation, it is better to choose another method of cleansing. If you have normal skin type, mix 2 small scoops of baking soda with a little water. As a result, you should get a thick gruel that needs to be applied to the skin. After 2-3 minutes it can be washed off.
Another safe and effective method is to remove paint from leather using vegetable oil. True, you have to be patient, since the process is very laborious. For this method, it is best to choose an unrefined product. Soak a cotton swab in the oil and apply to all skin areas. After an hour, you can start removing the remaining oil from the skin.
Any lotion or tonic for cleansing your face that contains alcohol will help you deal with the problem. Dampen a cotton pad with lotion and gently wipe off any stains. Alternatively, you can use the most common shampoo that you yourself use. Apply a small amount to a cloth or cotton pad and gently work over the skin. By the way, it is quite possible to clean the remnants of hair dye from the skin using ordinary wet wipes. But only if the impregnation contains alcohol.
In the event that you do not suffer from allergies to citrus fruits, feel free to use fresh lemon juice. We recommend using cotton swabs in this cleaning method so that the lemon juice only gets on the absorbed paint stains, and not on the hair. Otherwise, you can ruin the result of home hair coloring. If there is no fresh lemon in the house, then you can use citric acid powder, which must first be diluted with a small amount of warm water.
Whichever cleaning method you use, remember that after the procedure, you must thoroughly rinse off all the remnants of the used product from the skin. Ideally, it is best to take a shower. And after that, be sure to apply the nourishing cream on all those areas of the skin from which you washed off the remnants of the means for dyeing curls.
How to wash your hands?
Many women face a problem when paint residues easily come off the skin of the neck or ears, but it is not so easy to remove chemical stains from their hands. Moreover, if persistent paint was used, and its particles got on the nails. What to do in this case?
To get started, try using the liquid dish soap that every home has. Add literally half a teaspoon of baking soda to a small amount of this product, mix thoroughly and treat the dirty areas of your hands well. Then rinse with running water and be sure to apply your favorite cream on the delicate skin of your hands and nails.
If you start doing laundry, you can easily get rid of paint stains on your hands. However, for this you will have to wash a few things by hand. And after washing, your hands and nails will be clean again.
Every girl must have a nail polish remover in her cosmetic bag. Apply the liquid to a regular cotton ball and wipe off any areas of skin and nails that have been covered with hair color. After that, be sure to wash your hands with soap and apply the cream.
In the event that the paint has absorbed under the grown nails, then hand washing or the most ordinary potato will help to save the situation. Take a small potato and cut it into 2 equal parts, stick your nails into them for just a couple of minutes. After, polish your nails with the same halves of a raw root crop. The starch found in fresh potatoes does an excellent job of removing artificial colors.
You can also prepare a special bath for the treatment of contaminated nails. Pour literally 100 milliliters of warm water into a deep bowl and add the juice of half a fresh lemon, then a small spoonful of vinegar. The vinegar should be 3%. Soak your hands in the mixture for 10 minutes, then rinse with clean water and apply a nourishing cream.
It is worth mentioning that all these methods are suitable exclusively for removing paint residues from the skin of the hands and nails. It is strongly discouraged to use them to cleanse the neck or face.
Recommendations
Finally, here are some helpful tips to help you protect your skin during the coloring procedure.
Many girls make a gross mistake, thinking that when using natural coloring products, the skin does not need to be protected. It is generally accepted that only particles of chemical paint are absorbed into the skin. In fact, this is not the case. Therefore, whatever paint you use, always wear gloves to protect the delicate skin of your hands.
Lubricate your hairline with any protective cream or oil. Very often, complete with modern hair dye products, there are protective creams or balms, be sure to use them. If there is no such additional product, then a cosmetic oil, baby cream, or even your gel for washing is fine. Gently lubricate not only the hairline, but also the skin nearby within a radius of 1-2 centimeters.
After the end of the procedure, the protective cream or oil can be easily removed using the most ordinary cotton pad.
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