Washable hair dye: review of 7 temporary dyes and secrets of use

Expert: Ekaterina Alekseevna Savitskaya

If you like to change your style or want to give your hair a certain shade, but at the same time do not want to radically dye your curls, then washable dye is exactly what you need. The use of such drugs is a simple and quick way to temporarily change the color of hair or individual curls. In fact, washable dyes are hair “makeup” products, which have recently gained wide popularity. On sale you can find cosmetics in both natural and very bright, extravagant colors. Expertology.ru journalists asked experts about the types of washable paints, their pros and cons, and how to use such products to obtain the desired result. You will find complete information about this in this article.

What is colored washable paint and how does it work?

Wash-out hair dye is a means of temporarily changing the color or tinting of the hair shafts. During coloring, pigments or other components of the drug do not penetrate to a great depth of the hair shafts, but are only slightly absorbed and fixed on their surface. The wash-off dye does not contain ammonia or similar substances that make the dye composition aggressive and can damage the hair structure. Therefore, the effect of coloring lasts from several hours to several days.

For what purpose can you use washable paints:

1. Natural shades are used to refresh your hair color if you unexpectedly receive an invitation to a special event and there is no time to go to a beauty salon. And also for covering gray hair in emergency cases.
2. Natural colors are also used to change or correct the shade of hair. For example, to give a perky reddish tint to brown hair or to make the curls darker. Including if there are contraindications for the use of permanent hair dyes, or you simply do not want to injure your hair shafts by dyeing with acetone-based preparations.
3. Washable paints in bright, even acidic colors are used mainly by young people who like to stand out in the crowd and experiment with appearance and styles. Such drugs will also be useful if you plan to do a photo shoot in an unusual way or attend a themed party.

The scope of application of washable paints is extensive. In any case, when you need to change the color of your hair, but you do not want the result to last for a long time, you can use tinting preparations.

What are they?

Quick-rinse hair dye is produced by every manufacturer. In terms of its texture and consistency, it is no different from persistent pigments, but it contains completely different components.

Due to the fact that such a dye does not contain ammonia and perhydrol, which are prone to destroying the structure of each hair, gentle dyeing is carried out, which you can do at intervals of a week.

Review of the most popular temporary paints

The range of washable paints is wide, sometimes users find it difficult to choose the best product. Therefore, expertology.ru journalists asked experts to recommend the most popular products in this group, suitable for home use:

1. Manic Panic from NYC.

   This cosmetic product will allow you to carry out coloring using a gentle method, without disturbing the structure of the hair shafts. The palette contains all the colors of the rainbow; they can be mixed and combined to suit your taste, achieving individual shades. Tinted creams are produced in jars with tight-fitting lids, which allows you to store the product for several uses. The average cost is 1000-1200 rubles.

2. Permanent hair dye from La Riche

   . In the palette you will find more than 30 shades - from natural and pastel to bright and “caustic”. The composition does not contain substances hazardous to hair and skin, the packaging is a jar with a lid. The average cost is 900-1000 rubles.

3. Liquid for changing the shade of curls Crazy Color.

   There are many pastel and bright color options available. In addition, users have the opportunity to purchase a product of the same brand, designed to easily lighten strands before dyeing. The average cost of washable paint is 500-600 rubles.

4. Hair color rinse from the StarGazer brand.

   The product is distinguished not only by a rich palette of colors, but also by the presence of original neon shades that glow in the dark. The average cost is 600-700 rubles.

5. Liquid for tinting curls Adore

   . This American-made drug is also available in many color options - classic and bright. A distinctive feature of the paint is that it is available in large bottles. Thanks to this, you can carry out two or three colorings, spending only 600-700 rubles on the purchase of the drug.

6. Special Effects permanent hair tinting product

   . This product is distinguished by the brightness and saturation of hair color after treatment. And also because the dye will last on your hair for one to two months. The paint will be an ideal option for girls and guys with an extravagant individual style who do not want to paint too often. The average cost is 1500-2300 rubles.

7. Spray, coloring jelly and balm from the Colorista line from L'Oréal Paris

   . The drugs from this company differ in consistency and release form, and also have different expiration dates. To obtain a short-term effect, use a spray or jelly. To color your hair, use a balm for one to two weeks. The cost of drugs ranges from 400-800 rubles.

8. For those who like quick and short-lived coloring of individual strands, crayons from the brands Hobbyhit,
   MimiForme , Got2b , etc.
   . They cost approximately the same - from 300 to 450 rubles. Moreover, you can find entire sets of crayons on sale, that is, you can buy two or four pieces for the price of one.

Tips for use

Of course, each product is applied differently (be sure to read the manufacturer's instructions!). We have selected for you some important tips that will allow you to achieve the expected effect and carry out the procedure correctly.

Adviсe:

1. Before painting, you need to protect your hands with gloves, and lubricate the skin at the temples and ears with Vaseline.
2. If you use a spray product, be sure to cover your clothes with a cape and also cover the floor.
3. Be sure to shake the can before spraying. The aerosol is kept at a distance of 30 cm from the hair, while the eyes are closed. The paint from the bottle is applied in stages at intervals. After 5-10 minutes of drying, you can start combing.
4. To dye individual strands, place foil under the selected curls.
5. When using mousses, the foam removed from the bottle is distributed over the entire hair with massaging movements. To eliminate the color, just rinse your hair with plain water.
6. If you want to properly color your curls with chalk or powder, then twist them into a rope and brush them through with a bar. After applying the powder, it is advisable to shake off any remaining residue.
7. Tint balms and ammonia-free dyes should be washed off using shampoo. Foams and sprays from some manufacturers can be removed with plain water.
8. If you are using a non-permanent dye, apply it exclusively to unwashed hair. This will ensure a gentle effect and better color fixation. If you did the styling using styling products before painting, then it is recommended to wash off the chemicals. Many mousses and tinted balms are distributed on damp (but not wet!) hair.

Important point! Have roots grown? Then apply the dye to them first. After waiting half an hour, dye the rest of your hair.

Benefits of colored washable inks

This group of drugs has a lot of advantages,

This is why washable paints are so popular:

1. Mainly safe composition, absence of aggressive substances such as solvent in the drug formula. This means that using the product, even frequently, cannot cause damage to the hair shafts or other complications. Most tint dyes contain moisturizing and other beneficial components, natural acids, which help maintain curls in normal condition.
2. Wide color range. On the shelves of cosmetics stores you can find paints and tints of any color. At the same time, you can combine colors of different gamuts or similar types, obtaining spectacular transitions from one shade to another, or perform coloring using the ombre technique.
3. Relatively low cost. As a rule, washable color dyes are cheaper than permanent hair dyes.
4. The use of washable dye allows you to instantly and briefly radically change your image or simply give your hair the desired shade. At the same time, you can return to your natural hair color at almost any time. You can experiment with colors without fear of failure and the consequences of dyeing your hair.
5. The use of the product does not require qualifications, specific skills, or lengthy training. Therefore, you can use this paint at home. This can be done by people of any age and gender - teenagers, older people, women and men. Even if children want to play around and experiment with paints, or you need to create an image for them for the New Year or Halloween, washable paints are best suited for these purposes.
6. Tint washable dyes can be used on any hair type. They color dry and oily hair well without aggravating the condition of the hair shafts, follicles and scalp.
7. Versatility of use - you can shade and accentuate individual curls or tint all the hair on your head.
8. The product washes off easily and stays on your curls for as long as you need.
9. You can always stop using the drug if you wish, since there is no need to constantly paint over the regrown hair roots.
10. A variety of release forms - from liquid tonics used at home to sprays that can be carried in your purse and used in any situation.

When you might need it

The developers placed the product in a convenient spray can, similar to those used by writers to create street graffiti. Another similarity between them is the need to cover clothes when using; the coloring aerosol during the spraying process can splash not only curls.

Spray paint is useful for instantly touching up overgrown roots, creating a scenic and “screaming” image at parties and original photo shoots.

The product has many advantages over conventional dyeing methods:

1. Easy to use. The bottle contains a product ready for spraying; there is no need to prepare the mixture yourself.
2. Speed ​​of the process. After coating, there is no need to wait until the pigment “sets.” The product is applied and dries in minutes.
3. Harmlessness of the composition. This dye does not contain aggressive chemical components, so it does not disturb the structure of the hairs.
4. Opportunity to experiment. The palette is presented in both natural and trendy bright shades.

The negative aspects of spray paint include the rather high cost and short duration of the result: the product will last only 2-3 days. For a more lasting effect, the Igor hair color palette may be suitable.

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Color Xtreme

The perfect look at any age - the most durable dye for gray hair. Find out which dye will give light brown hair color here.

Disadvantages of colored washable inks

Colored washable paints also have several disadvantages that you should be aware of if you plan to use cosmetics of this type:

1. Pigments cover the hair shaft, but their color intensity may not be sufficient if the strands are too dark. For example, natural burning brunettes have practically no opportunity to change their hair color using washable dyes. But women with this type of appearance can, as a last resort, tint individual strands. To do this, you can use surface products like colored mascara. This preparation colors the curls, creating a layer of pigments, but without penetrating deep into the hair shafts.
2. Preparations of this type may not cover gray hair well enough. Unless you use mascara.
3. If you have bleached hair with a porous structure, then even one-day dye will penetrate into the deep layers of the hair shaft, which means it may last longer than required. This can be avoided by reducing the volume of the product applied, diluting it with water or reducing the exposure time on the hair.
4. If you use a cosmetic product in the form of a spray or chalk, then it will be problematic, almost impossible, to evenly color all the hair on your head. Such preparations are more suitable for emphasizing individual strands.
5. In most cases, the paint really washes off very quickly. If you like the result, you will have to use the product regularly - after each wash or every other time.
6. Some people may be allergic to the composition of the wash-off paint. Before using the drug as directed, it is recommended to apply it to the skin on the inside of the wrist. If symptoms of hypersensitivity (backside, redness, rash) do not appear in the near future, then the product is safe.
7. Some wash-out dyes that stay on the hair for several weeks can also stain the skin near the hairline.
8. Also, certain paints can not only tint curls, but also stain clothes and bedding. Therefore, it is recommended to first test the product on a small area of ​​curls to see how long it lasts.

Rating of the best professional removers

Color OFF by Estel

The package contains three bottles. A description of their use is in the instructions.

L'Oreal Efassor powder

When combined with water, it turns out a means for regular washing. And when mixed with dioxide, the product is suitable for pickling.

Backtrack by PAUL MITCHEL

Also consists of three parts.

Hair Light Remake Color from HAIR COMPANY

The composition contains no aggressive components. And the color removal occurs due to fruit acids.

Two-phase color corrector Decoxon 2 phase

Together with lotion, it gently corrects unsuccessful coloring.

How long does wash-off dye last on hair?

When planning to use washable paint, you should consider that different products have different degrees of resistance:

1. Chalks, hair tinting shadows and colored sprays - in most cases, they are washed off from the curls after the first wash with shampoo.
2. Tint tonics and mousses, liquids, gels and jellies - these preparations stay on the hair for one to two weeks. It all depends on how often you wash your hair.

Accordingly, you need to choose a hair coloring product depending on your goals and the desired period of action of the pigments.

Colored washable paints - types of preparations

Today, there are several products that help temporarily tint or color hair. Let's look at what types of paints there are and look at the features of their use:

1. Toning mousse

   . This product is easy to use - just squeeze a small ball of foam into your palm, spread it over the entire length of your hair and wait until the product dries. Mousse is used, as a rule, to tint the entire head of hair, but it is also suitable for emphasizing individual curls. The palette of shades for this product is quite wide, so there are no limits to your imagination.

2. Tonics and shampoos

   . Such preparations should be used after or during shampooing. They are applied like a hair mask, left on the head for a while, then washed off. Tonics are not used to color individual curls. It is difficult to find really bright colors in the palette; usually there are natural shades - various options of blonde, chestnut, black, and red tones.

3. Sprays for tinting curls

   . Such products are ideal for coloring one or more strands, bangs, and hair ends. A spray can allows you to apply the product fairly accurately, but only if the adjacent strands that are not to be dyed are protected with a bandage or scarf.

4. Crayons, shadows and powder, mascara for hair coloring

   . These are the least popular options, however, and they find their consumers. Such products allow you to tint individual curls, but they are not intended for coloring the entire mass of hair. Experts warn that dry cosmetics should not be used too often, as they can harm the health of the hair shafts.

A subtype of colored washable paint - henna

In fact, henna or cosmetic preparations based on it are the same washable paint, only the effect of tinting lasts not for several days, but for two to three weeks. In this case, the pigments are washed off from the hair gradually, and the regrown roots of the curls do not stand out on the head, since the hair shafts simply do not have time to grow to a sufficient length.

The advantage of henna when used as a color washable hair dye:

1. Natural composition and complete safety. Henna cannot cause any harm to the hair shafts, follicles or scalp (in the absence of allergies). On the contrary, this natural product will help improve your hair health. With regular use, curls acquire a healthy shine, become stronger and more elastic, and begin to grow better.
2. Easy to use. You can use henna while taking a bath. You just need to wash your hair, apply the dye to your hair and relax in hot water while the dye works. The procedure takes 15-30 minutes.
3. Relatively durable and natural result. After applying washable henna-based dye, hair looks natural. Even professional makeup artists, stylists, and hairdressers cannot always say with certainty whether the hair color is natural or not. And at the same time, you won’t have to carry out the coloring procedure too often. The pigments stay on the hair shafts and perform their function for an average of 10-14 days.

However, you need to use henna carefully so that the coloring mixture does not get on the skin of your forehead, as red stains may remain that will be difficult to remove within 1-2 days. It is better to apply a rich baby cream to this area before the hair tinting procedure.

Advantages and disadvantages

Among the advantages of ammonia-free dyes and ephemeral dyes are:

• gentle effect on curls (they do not dry out, so they do not become like straw);
• the ability to move away from color in just a few hair washing procedures, which is especially important for ardent fans of frequent image changes;
• special consistency, thanks to which coloring of individual strands is possible;
• ease of rinsing (plain water or using shampoo);
• a wide color palette that allows the master to show his imagination, creating an extravagant or natural image;
• possibility of use by children;
• low cost (applies only to some cosmetics options - crayons, sprays, shampoos and tonics).

Of course, like all dyes, such products have their drawbacks. The most obvious among them:

• failure to paint certain areas (applies to sprays, mousses and foams);
• allergic reactions upon contact with skin;
• the use of crayons and powder, due to the chalk and zinc content, eliminates moisture, drying the curls;
• not all shades are suitable for dark hair (as a rule, they can lighten a maximum of 3 tones);
• in symbiosis with fixative varnish, cosmetics can greatly dry out the strands;
• high cost (ammonia-free dyes cost 2 times more than regular paint).

Washable paints - the most popular shades

As already mentioned, washable paints come in a wide range. The palette of such products is varied, but the most popular at all times were these bright colors:

1. Various options for pink and red colors - soft pink, hot pink, bubble gum, fuchsia, pink with lilac or peach undertones. These colors will help you imagine yourself as the Little Mermaid or Barbie. They suit almost all girls, instantly lift their spirits, make the image more feminine and gentle.
2. The whole palette of blue - baby blue, ultramarine, rich indigo, cobalt, dark denim. These colors are suitable for creating Malvina’s image and perfectly highlight the color of the irises of blue-eyed girls in casual looks.
3. The whole palette of green - mint, emerald, turquoise, pistachio, sea green or lush grass. Green is suitable for bright, eccentric personalities and people with a courageous spirit.
4. Violet and lilac, lavender - these shades are especially relevant for fair-haired girls with light eyes.

The choice is not limited to this; you will certainly easily choose the best option for yourself, depending on your mood and goals.

How to use colored washable paint

The method of use of a cosmetic product must be indicated on its packaging. If such information is not available, it is better to buy paint from another manufacturer. Our experts can provide instructions on how to use the product, so you have a rough idea of ​​what you'll be faced with during your hair toning procedure.

How to use the spray - standard application:

1. Wash your hair with regular shampoo and dry your hair without using any styling products, as they may make it difficult to apply the dye. Separate a strand or several curls whose color you want to change. Tie the rest of your hair into a ponytail or cover it with a scarf and secure it with a bandage.
2. Wear a protective cape to prevent pigments from accidentally getting onto your clothing and staining them. If you don't have a cape, you can tie an old sheet or a large piece of fabric around your neck.
3. Shake the can of toner thoroughly.
4. Place the can at a distance of 10-15 centimeters from the strand that needs to be dyed. It is not recommended to bring the aerosol closer, as you will not be able to apply the paint evenly; it will lay down in too thick a layer.
5. After spraying the pigments, comb the strand to cover all the hair in the desired area along the entire length with paint.
6. Wait until the paint dries, after which you can begin tinting the next curl. After processing all the curls, you can create a style that will stick well, since the usually washable spray paint has a bonding effect, being at the same time a hairspray.

During the procedure, make sure that volatile substances of the cosmetic product do not get into the mucous membranes of the eyes, nose, mouth, or respiratory tract. If paint gets into your eyes or mouth, rinse them with plenty of water.

How to use tonic (cream, gel, jelly) - standard method of application:

1. Wash your hair with regular shampoo. Dry them slightly with a terry towel.
2. Squeeze a small puddle of dye into your palm and massage it over your hair, starting from the roots and ending with the ends of your hair. If you have long, thick curls, use an additional portion of the product so that the dye applies evenly along the entire length. Using a “male” flat comb, you can distribute the pigments more thoroughly, without missing a single hair.
3. Fix the strands on your head in the form of a bun. You can additionally wrap your head in a plastic bag or cling film.
4. Wait 15-20 minutes, then rinse off the dye under running water without using shampoo. The most convenient way to do this is with a shower hose. Do not complete the procedure until the water that flows from the strands becomes completely transparent.
5. After this, you can dry your hair in the standard way or style your hair using a hair dryer and special styling products.

Hair chalk is the easiest to use. You just need to wash your hair, dry your hair and separate the strands that you want to dye. Then the base of the strand is clamped between two flaps of chalk, which gradually descends to the ends of the curl, leaving behind a colored trail. Using powder or eye shadow or mascara to color your hair is also not difficult. The product is simply applied to the selected strands in any convenient way.

Which dye to choose

When choosing a coloring composition, pay attention to its degree of durability. Each manufacturer will definitely inform the user on the packaging how many times their product will be washed off and how to wash it off (with or without shampoo).

The most durable option is considered to be paint marked “Intensive” - it is removed from the curls in 8 times. If you want to choose a hair dye for a week, then look for the designation “Light”.

Spray paint YniQ

German spray hair dye, washable with water, deserves special attention. Safe natural raw materials and 9 bright color shades - all this makes the coloring composition stand out from its competitors.

Do I need to take care of my hair after using color washable dye?

If dry pressed or loose coloring preparations, as well as sprays, are used, care procedures should be carried out, as they will help to avoid possible unpleasant consequences. But even if you use liquid preparations such as tonics and shampoos, additional care for your curls will not be superfluous. Experts recommended to readers of our online publication the use of the following drugs:

1. Moisturizing balm-conditioner.

   This product will help restore normal moisture to the hair shafts, smooth them out and add natural shine. You can use any product to your taste, for example, All Soft Mega conditioner from Redken.

2. Vegetable and cosmetic oils, nutritional oil complexes.

   Such drugs can restore and improve the hair structure, as well as normalize the condition of the scalp. You can use burdock, castor or flaxseed oil for masks, as well as any other herbal remedy. Or buy a special preparation, for example, Biolage Exquisite Oil from Matrix, which has an excellent effect on dry, oily and normal hair, nourishes it and stimulates natural regeneration processes.

3. It is not difficult to restore the condition of curls after using colored washable dyes, since such preparations do not have a significant negative effect on the hair shafts. To do this, you can visit a beauty salon or use any healing complexes at home.

Reviews about the use of washable hair dye

Reviews from girls who have used rinse-off preparations for hair tinting are mostly positive:

1. Dyes that give hair a natural shade help out women who do not want to radically change their appearance. They need to slightly change the hair color, make it more saturated, which is what tinted balms can do, the pigments of which stay on the curls until the hair is washed two or three times.
2. Dyes that allow you to give your curls bright and unusual shades are used by young girls for everyday and festive looks. At the same time, most users are very satisfied with the result, since such products allow you to stand out from the gray mass and at the same time preserve the health of your hair and scalp.
3. Only washable paints in the form of shadows, crayons, powder and similar dry preparations received neutral or negative reviews. Users note that they have weak pigmentation and fit very poorly on the hair, do not last longer than a few hours, fade and crumble. According to women, it is appropriate to use such preparations only to give the hair the lightest color. These paints are more suitable for children and teenagers than for adults.
4. Sprays are no less popular among young people than tinted balms. But colored mascaras are practically no longer used by modern girls. They glue the hairs together, the coating cracks and crumbles, making the hairstyle sloppy, the hair “dirty”, and the appearance unkempt.