Being blonde has a number of benefits. Bright blonde hair literally turns heads and ensures that you stand out from crowd. According to a study in the Journal Economics Letters blondes even have the advantage of getting paid a higher wage. Whichever reason you want to go blonder, it can't be denied that the platinum blonde look is in this summer. If like me, you are thinking of jumping on the bleach blonde bandwagon with the likes of Taylor Swift, here are a few tips to consider before you begin.
To DIY or Not to DIY
How you decide to lighten your hair is one of the most important aspects when transforming your hair colour. There are so many ways to get a brighter blonde shade from lightning your hair with lemon juice at home to getting it done professionally in a salon. There are advantages and disadvantages to both methods and the best option for you may depend on your budget and how bright you want to go. The bleach blonde look takes a lot of upkeep and those monthly trips to the salon can become very expensive. However, doing it yourself can be risky and there are a lot of things that could go wrong.
You'll Likely Need New Makeup
Needing new makeup is just one of the woes that come with going a few shades blonder. When you change your hair colour, especially to something as drastic as platinum blonde, you may find that the makeup you used to wear just doesn't complement it. Bleaching your hair can often leave your complexion looking a bit washed out and as a result, you will need to revamp your makeup routine and find a whole new look.
Roots Will Become Your Nemesis
Not only will you have to invest in a whole new range of shampoos and conditioners to keep your colour looking fresh (silver shampoo will become a shower essential), you will also have to cope with your natural hair showing through at the roots. When you go lighter, your natural hair is more obvious so be prepared to spend more time doing touch ups.
Intense Conditioner is your Friend
One unexpected side-effect of bleaching your hair is you will experience a change in texture. The once silky mane you had will be instantly transformed into an unmanageable mess but panic not, there are plenty of products out there that will bring your silky soft tresses back to life.
Be Prepared to Say Goodbye to Your Natural Colour
Once your blonde hair has reached platinum status, the chances of you ever returning to your natural colour are slim. Going blonder can be addictive so don't expect to go back to your roots for a very long time.
Will you be rocking the platinum blonde look this summer? Will you be doing it yourself or leaving it to the professionals?