Why is my hair turning from brown to red?

Most commonly it could be the sun bringing out underlying pigments on hair that’s anywhere from light brown to black. Natural blondes typically don’t have an abundance of pheomelanins, the type of melanin that has a red tone. So unless you are naturally very blonde, you already have red hair!

Can puberty change your hair color?

The exact same color change happened to my hair when I was a tween. In fact, it is a common phenomenon. Longer answer: The genes for hair color don’t really switch “on” fully until kids age and hit puberty. Genes control the amount of pigment and the less pigment, the lighter the hair.

How can I make my brown hair less red?

Just as a purple shampoo neutralises brassy tones for blondes, a blue shampoo on brown hair neutralises orange and red tones for brunettes. After using our Blue Crush Shampoo, follow up with the blue conditioner for brown hair like our Blue Crush Conditioner.

How can I keep my brown hair from turning red?

If your brown hair color is turning red very quickly, this might be the culprit. Avoid over-rinsing your hair and consider installing a water filter on your shower head. As with any color-treated hair, don’t wash it every day unless you have to. Do it twice a week or every other day.

Can I dye my dark brown red without bleach?

Try dye specially made for brown or dark-colored hair. There are actually dyes on the market that are made specifically for darker hair colors. This means that you can dye your hair a brighter shade, like red or blue, without having to bleach it first. Some brands that make such hair dye include Lime Crime and Splat.

Why is my brown hair turning red?

If you live in an area where water is very hard, you may have mineral deposits accumulating on your hair and scalp. Hard water minerals, such as calcium, magnesium, iron, copper and lead, can affect hair color greatly. If your brown hair color is turning red very quickly, this might be the culprit.

How to fix hair color that is too red?

If your red hair is too dark,you can bleach it and then use a lighter red dye on it.