Kylie Jenner has been on the forefront about just about every recent beauty trend, from full matte lips to daring hair colors -- including dark blue hair. The navy blue color that she's sported looks chic on brunettes who want a twist on their traditional brown or black locks. To get dark blue hair that makes you look like Kylie, check out the following hair-coloring tips.
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Pre-Lighten Your Hair
Those who already have dark hair may make the mistake of attempting to cover it with a dark blue hair dye, but the color won't be visible on a dark canvas. You'll need to lighten your hair with a product like
Wella Color Charm Powder Lightener, $13. In some cases, dark blue hair can be achieved in one dye with a minimal pre-lightening treatment on hair that is dark. This will reduce the amount of damage that can occur.
Get Superfine Cool Highlights
Ask your stylist for superfine highlights that don't have any warmth to ensure that the navy blue color won't counteract with a bronze shade that is present. Before beginning the process, use a clarifying shampoo, such as
AG Hair Therapy Renew Clarifying Shampoo, $15, which will remove product buildup in your hair. You can also use a color remover to take out excess dyes that may already be present in your hair due to previous color treatments. This will ensure that you end up with midnight blue hair hue that is true to the color you're attempting to create.
Repair the Hair
You can expect to damage your hair when applying midnight blue hair dye to your locks after it's been bleached and re-dyed. Use
L'Oréal Paris Advanced Haircare - Total Repair 5 Damage Erasing Balm, $7, to restore lost moisture and reverse any damage that has developed. You can also soak your hair in olive oil overnight to soften the texture of your locks.
Avoid Heat Treatments
Avoid applying heat to your hair with curling irons or flat irons when styling your hair. These can cause the dark blue hair dye to bleed. If you need to dry your hair with a blow dryer, opt for using a cool setting that won't damage your ends. If you want to curl your hair, use foam rollers on slightly damp hair when you go to bed. Try
RickyCare Pink Classic Foam Rollers, $6.
Re-Dye the Hair Every Three to Four Weeks
The pigment in your navy blue hair can quickly fade, making it important to re-dye the hair every three to four weeks to maintain the color. Keep your dark blue hair vibrant and bold to keep it as Kylie-like as possible. You can also prevent fading by using a sulfate-free shampoo and only cleansing the hair once or twice each week.
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