coloring chemical after henna: is it possible?

Henna coloring is one of the most popular coloring capillary techniques. But is it possible to do a chemical coloring after henna?

People who try this natural coloring often wonder if they can go back to the chemical coloring .

What is coloring and what is henna dyeing?

Before giving you the answer to this question, it is important to know what henna is. henna.

There are two types of henna: neutral henna and natural henna. Natural henna contains a natural coloring pigment called lawsonia, found in the leaves of the henna shrub.

La natural henna powderfrom color red, for an auburn or coppery coloring , with a very natural finish.

La coloring 100% plant-basedplant-based, has many benefits for hair health. It adds shine, volume and protection by forming a protective coating around the hair fiber . It helps combat dandruff and hair loss.

A vegetable dye is a mixture of several powders of tinctorial plants and plants ayurvedic plants (indigo, turmeric, chamomile, etc.).

It may or may not contain henna.

The neutral henna is often used to strengthen hair and add shine and volume, without coloring. On the other hand natural henna is used to color hair naturally, giving it red to copper highlights tones.

It should be noted that natural henna can interact in unexpected ways with the chemicals in colorings . 

It is therefore recommended towait at least 6 to 8 weeks after henna coloring before applying a chemical coloring , to avoid any risk of adverse reaction.

It is also advisable to perform a compatibility test on a small strand of hair before proceeding with a full chemical coloring . By following these tips, you can safely switch from coloring henna to coloring chemical.

A coloring chemical after henna dyeing: the condition of this coloring

Yes, it is possible to switch back to chemical coloring after a coloring henna treatment.

However, it is imperative that the henna used is 100% pure and of natural origin.

The risk lies in the incompatibility of the products, in case the origin of the powder is doubtful.

Here is a result of coloring on Biocoiff' henna hair before/after.

Some henna may contain additives and metallic salts such as sodium picramate.

The latter is a highly allergenic component that can cause violent chemical reactions.

These chemical agents certainly accentuate color, but they also damage, weaken and dry out the hair.

They also aggressive to the scalp.

Discolouration after a coloring plant-based henna

If you want to change your color for blond hair, you should know that home bleaching is not recommended after coloring if it contains indigo, which is the case for most colorings plant-based products.

If you want to change your color for blond hair, you should know that home bleaching is not recommended after coloring if it contains indigo, which is the case for most colorings plant-based products.

If you decide to do a highlight or strands on your own, the result will inevitably be catastrophic: unsightly green highlights .

The yellow of the bleaching powder and the blue of the indigo will inevitably give a green color . 

The chemicals in bleaching agents can interact unpredictably with natural henna pigments, leading to unintended consequences. It's important to care for and protect your hair by opting for gentler, natural alternatives, such as colorings plant-based .

It is therefore preferable to consult a coloring and highlight professional to carry out bleaching after a coloring plant-based henna.

If you wish to switch back to the coloring chemical after hennaor color your hair after a 100% plant-based coloring , entrust your hair to an expert organic colorist.

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