Making a hair color mistake is almost always unpleasant, but if your color mishap is the deepest, darkest shade of black, you've made a choice that might seem difficult to reverse. Because not everyone can carry off jet-black hair with style, you may feel as though you will be stuck wearing a hat for the next few months. In reality, black hair color is easier to "lift" than you may think. You can consult with a salon colorist, or you can try some home remedies using everyday household products.
Dandruff Shampoo
According to MammalHair.com, shampoos designed to remove dandruff flakes generally contain an arsenal of strong chemicals, and these chemicals can be useful in lightening your dyed black hair. Simply use a dandruff shampoo in place of your normal kind to gradually lift the color. MammalHair.com also notes that you should avoid using any type of "color safe" or "color extend" shampoos or conditioners, as these are meant to extend the life of your hair color, not reverse it.
Dishwashing Liquid or Baking Soda
For a slightly more intense approach to lightening your black dye, try washing your hair with a common dishwashing liquid, such as Dawn or Joy. Their concentrated chemicals can be useful in lightening your hair color, MammalHair.com reports. You can also mix shampoo with baking soda as a method of removing black dye.
Hot Oil Treatments
According to Real Beauty, the use of hot oil treatments available at your local pharmacy or grocery store can also expedite the fading of your color. An added benefit of a hot oil treatment is that it can help restore moisture and health to your hair. Heat up the product as directed, apply it, and leave it in your hair covered with a towel or shower cap for 15 minutes. After you've rinsed it out, you should notice that your hair is slightly lighter, Real Beauty reports.
Anti-Residue Shampoo
MammalHair.com also recommends washing your hair with an anti-residue shampoo. Because these products are designed to remove any persistent styling residue from your hair, they can also help wash away dye. MammalHair.com recommends washing with an anti-residue shampoo such as Neutrogena, leaving it in your hair overnight, and washing it out the next morning. You can maximize the effects of this approach by following it with a hot oil treatment, MammalHair.com adds.
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