If you love the rainbow hair trend but can't commit to a permanent unicorn 'do, it's time for wash out hair color. These temporary hair color options let you experiment with bright colors before you make a bigger commitment. Ahead, learn about some different types of temporary hair dyes.



Semi-permanent Hair Color
If you're afraid to make a color change without the help of your stylist, you can always opt for semi-permanent hair color. While permanent hair dye penetrates the hair shaft to add color, semi-permanent color merely adds a gloss of color to your strands. This means that it eventually washes out in the shower.



While you can go to your stylist and request a semi-permanent gloss, there are also a variety of at-home options. Manic Panic Semi Permanent Cream Hair Color, $10.49, is a classic choice. It's available in dozens of colors, from Purple Haze to Cotton Candy Pink. These wash out hair colors last from four to six weeks.



L'Oreal Colorista Semi-Permanent Hair Color, $10.99, is another popular option. There are options for girls with blonde hair as well as brunettes who want to try the rainbow trend but don't want to bleach their hair. Blondes can choose from shades like Pink and Aqua while brunettes get options like Teal and Burgundy. These colors are expected to fade within 4 to 10 shampoos.



Hair Chalk
Trendy hair colors are great for Instagram, but they aren't always ideal for professional settings. If real life is keeping you from enjoying rainbow locks 24/7, you should consider hair chalk. Splat Hair Chalk, $5.99, comes in several pastel shades, such as Violet Sky and Silver Moon. These hair chalks are applied to dry hair with a sponge, and they're meant to last a single day. These temporary hair colors are perfect when you want to try a temporary look as your pastel hue will be down the drain after one shampoo.



If you want hair chalk that has more staying power, try L'Oreal Technique Liquid Chalk, $7.99. This wash out hair color is highly pigmented, and it even shows up on dark hair! The pearlescent pigments include Blue Hue, Bronze Baby and more. These chalks can be used with heating and styling products, and they tend to last for two or three shampoos.



Color Spray
Color sprays are another great way to get temporary hair color. IGK Ombre Color Spray, $29, can help you achieve the ideal ombre hair look. These versatile sprays are formulated to blend into the hair. Instead of creating the sticky, opaque aesthetic common to other color sprays, IGK sprays can be used to achieve everything from vivid highlights to subtle lowlights. Simply spray some of this wash out hair color on the tips of your hair, comb through, and you'll be photo-ready in no time.