How to remove permanent hair color with olive oil in 6 easy steps – HairstyleCamp
Have you ever dyed your hair only to end up with a shade you don’t like or don’t flatter the way you envisioned it?
If you’re dealing with permanent hair color, your best and safest bet is to remove it instead of applying color to it.
The good news is that you can thoroughly remove hair color permanently without spending a lot at the salon, and the treatment involves one simple ingredient – olive oil.
So how to remove permanent hair color with olive oil? Check out this article to find out!
Can you remove permanent hair color with olive oil?
Yes, olive oil can remove hair color permanently.
This is how it works:
The molecules of the olive oil have a greater density than the molecules of the hair dye. So when you apply olive oil to your dyed hair, the molecules will escape through the hair strands and push the dye molecules out of your hair.
The pros and cons of removing permanent hair color with olive oil
However, why would you choose olive oil to remove hair color permanently? This is because it offers the following benefits:
Great for the hair
Olive oil is known for nourishing, moisturizing and softening hair, so it can increase hair strength and treat dryness associated with permanent coloring.
The nourishing benefits of olive oil also extend to the scalp, soothing it and relieving itchiness.
less harmful
Commercial color removers contain harmful chemicals that can strip hair of the moisture and moisture it needs. Since olive oil is a natural ingredient, it is gentler and more beneficial to the hair and scalp.
Inexpensive
A bottle of olive oil (also the most expensive) is considered cheaper than the expensive color removal treatments in institutes.
But of course, olive oil comes with some drawbacks as well. Here they are:
Not effective in removing certain colors
Olive oil is fantastic at removing brighter, more vibrant tones. However, it is not as effective when eliminating deeper, darker, more pigmented colors such as violets and blues.
Several sessions are required
It may take several hot oil sessions to completely remove permanent hair color, so it’s not the best option for anyone who wants their hair color to fade right away.
6 steps on how to remove permanent hair color with olive oil
Before we proceed with the instructions, you must first prepare the following items:
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
- Saran cover or shower cap
- Microwaveable container
- Clarifying shampoo
- hair conditioner
Instructions:
Step 1. Wash your hair with warm water.
The hot temperature will open your hair cuticle, allowing the hair color to be removed faster and easier.
Step 2. Heat the olive oil.
Pour ½ cup of extra virgin olive oil into a bowl or microwave oven and heat it for about 30 seconds.
Step 3. Pour hot olive oil all over the hair.
Pro tip: check the oil temperature first. Make sure it’s just warm and doesn’t burn.
Massage the oil all over the hair and into the scalp, making sure that every strand of hair is coated with oil from the roots to the ends.
Step 4. Cover the hair.
Using saran wrap or a shower cap, cover your hair. The wrap or cap will allow the oil molecules to penetrate the hair shafts even better.
Leave the wrap on and let the oil stand for up to 30 minutes.
Step 5. Wash off the oil with a clarifying shampoo.
The clarifying shampoo will work with olive oil to remove the color molecules from your hair. Wash it off with warm water afterwards.
Step 6. Fix your hair.
The clarifying shampoo may cause dryness in the hair. Massage conditioner all over the hair to keep it soft and moist.
Common questions
What kind of olive oil to use?
All types of olive oil can remove hair color permanently. But if you have enough budget, go for extra virgin cold pressed olive oil. Since it is temperature resistant, it won’t get too hot when you heat it.
How many times should you do this treatment?
This hot oil treatment can be done once a week until the permanent colors are completely faded.
How soon can I dye my hair after an olive oil treatment?
It is recommended to let the hair recover for at least 3 days before applying a new hair color.
The Bottom Line
Hot olive oil treatment is one of the most effective, gentle and inexpensive ways to permanently remove hair color. However, you will need to do the treatment several times to completely eliminate your hair color.
Also, follow all our tips and guidelines for permanent hair color removal with olive oil to keep your hair healthy and beautiful.