How To Lighten Hair Naturally

From time to time everyone wishes to have a different hair color. This is because any change in the style and color of the hair brings about an instant change in the overall look and attitude of a person. Those who have light colored hair generally go for darker hair and vice versa. This is why hair colors are so popular among those looking to go for a new look. But hair colors and dyes though used for lightening or darkening the hair, prove to be harmful for the hair. Such colors most often are made from synthetic chemicals and as such, are harsh to the hair. Those who wish to lighten the hair; the safest bet is to go for the natural way to do so. The natural methods are not only cost effective, but they are also very safe for the hair. You just have to be a little patient, as the natural ways to lighten the hair are always slow in showing results. Given below in the article are various ways in which you can lighten the hair naturally.

 

Those who wish to lighten their brown hair need not look any further than the sun. Sunshine is the best way to lighten brown hair and that too in a short time. Simply lie down hair splayed in the sun and you can very effectively lighten your hair. Sunshine will also lighten any hair coloring.

 

Swimming is another natural way to lighten the hair. If the water is chlorinated, then the lightening process speeds up even more. After swimming, dry the hair in the sun to further pace up the lightening process.

 

Lime juice is a very good natural alternative for lightening the hair. Mix two tablespoons of lime juice in six tablespoons of water and rub it on the hair. Make sure that the hair is dry before you do so. For shorter hair, use lesser amount of juice. Allow the juice to set in the hair for several hours and then rinse. Do this for several days and your hair would turn lightened.

 

Tea can be effectively used to lighten as well as darken the hair. If your hair is already light, then the tea will darken the hair. For dark hair, tea can be used to lighten it. Steep or boil the tea leaves or teabags in water and set it aside to cool. Wash the hair with this tea to lighten the hair. The results won’t be instantaneous. You will have to wash the hair with tea for several days for any results to show. First apply the tea on a little part of your hair as a tester and if the results are suitable then go for the entire hair.

 

Blond hair can be lightened using chamomile flowers. Boil one quart of water and then steep half a cup of chamomile flowers in the hot water for thirty minutes. Set the water to cool and then strain. Wash the hair with this water and repeat it 10 to 15 times. After washing the hair, you should leave the water to set in the hair for 15 minutes. Thereafter, rinse the hair. Repeat this process twice a week for at least a month to get the desired results.

 

Take the rhubarb and mix it with the juice of any citrus fruits like lemon, pineapple, and grapefruit. Apply this on the hair to lighten it. Do this procedure repeatedly for better results.