From scratch: what is hair decapitation?

Although the term "hair decapitation" may seem frightening, it refers to a method for taking out unwanted color from hair. Occasionally, after dying your hair, you may decide you just want to return to a lighter shade or the color doesn’t turn out the way you had anticipated. Here’s where the decapitation of hair comes in. It’s a procedure that helps remove synthetic coloring from your hair so you can start over.

Using specific products that degrade the dye molecules in your hair is part of the process. In contrast to bleaching, which lightens your hair’s natural color, decapitation concentrates on removing the dye alone. If you’ve had several coloring sessions and your hair appears darker or muddier than you’d like, this can be very helpful.

But there are dangers associated with hair decapitation. It may be harsh on your hair because it contains chemicals, particularly if it is already dry or damaged. Because of this, it’s imperative that you approach this process cautiously and, if possible, with professional assistance. Hair decapitation can help you achieve the desired look without causing too much damage, provided you use the proper technique and care.

What is Hair Decapitation?	Hair decapitation refers to the process of removing the top part of a hair strand, often through a specific technique or product, to achieve a certain look or effect. This method can help in shaping or trimming hair to maintain style or health.
Why It"s Done	It is usually done to keep hair looking neat, to shape a hairstyle, or to get rid of damaged or split ends. It"s a part of regular hair maintenance.
How It"s Done	Hair decapitation can be achieved using various tools like scissors or razors. The technique varies depending on the desired outcome and the type of hair.
Benefits	Helps in maintaining the hairstyle, removing damaged parts, and promoting healthier-looking hair.
Considerations	It’s important to use the right technique and tools to avoid damaging the hair or affecting its growth. Consulting a professional can be helpful.

In what cases is decapitation necessary?

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Consider the relative risks and potential benefits of the decapitation procedure before proceeding. Sometimes all you have to do is tone the hair to change the shade while you wait for it to grow.

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• The result of staining did not suit you – it turned out not at all that shade or it turned out that the result did not suit you;
• the desire to return to your natural color;
• the desire to align the color after multiple stains, when the paint falls on the hair with spots;
• hair cleaning is shown before dyeing if the curls were previously painted in dark colors.

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Types of decapitation

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Decapping may occur deeply or superficially. The degree to which they are exposed to pigment varies. Considering the final goal and the state of the hair, each unique case calls for a different strategy. We will elucidate on the various forms of stripping.

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Superficial stripping

Using a unique bleaching powder, this delicate stripping is carried out. When shampoo and powder stripping are used together, the color can be made more uniform or the shade can be adjusted. Although it is not likely to totally remove color from hair, this is the least painful kind of hair stripping.

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Deep stripping

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For example, a more aggressive effect on the pigment is needed to remove a rich black color. The bleaching powder is mixed with a 3% or 6% oxidizer. The composition of this hair stripping formula is left on the strands for no more than 50 minutes, and it works fairly quickly. It’s critical to realize that deep stripping requires restoration of the curls, which calls for intense nutrition and deep hydration.

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How to do hair stripping at home?

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Stripping with powders and oxidizers is not something you should do at home. Only an expert with the necessary training and understanding of fundamental chemical processes is able to monitor all the ratios and determine the course of action.

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Paints specifically designed to self-strip have been developed; one such paint is Garnier’s E0 "Decolorant."

Here are some pointers on how to perform the stripping yourself from our knowledgeable Evgeny Sedy.

1. 1 To avoid the effect of burning roots, you need to do stripping without postponing this procedure for a long time after the last coloring: this way you will increase the chances of getting a more even color. You don"t need to wait a whole month to do stripping.
2. 2 Before stripping, you can do coloring in your usual shade and the next day or two days later – do the stripping.
3. 3 The decapitating agent should never be skimped on – otherwise there is a high risk of getting stains as a result of removing pigment from the hair. Follow the golden rule of hair drowning in dye. It is really important to apply the composition generously so that all the pigments previously delivered to the hair are destroyed and removed with E0, for example.

Folk remedies are preferred by certain girls. You can actually lighten your hair with their assistance—but only by one or, at most, two tones. Let’s talk more about each of them in turn.

Honey

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Natural honey has the ability to lighten. It has enzymes in it that take part in oxidation processes. Since honey contains very little of these substances, it is essentially safe for hair. Clean, damp hair is treated with honey that has been melted in a water bath and left for a few hours or even overnight. Such beheadings at home need to be repeated multiple times, separated by a few days, to have an effect.

Lemon juice

Lemons are light in color because they contain a lot of ascorbic acid. The fruit can be used for juice or chopped and applied as a mask to your hair for thirty to forty minutes. Take caution: your hair needs to be heavily moisturized following an acid wash.

Kefir

Unbeknownst to many, this fermented milk product can also partially remove color from curls when applied as a mask to strengthen hair. But you have to wrap your head in a towel and leave it on your hair for about two hours for the dye to take effect.

Baking soda

You can also lighten the strands and lessen the intensity of the shade with soda. Since soda can severely dry out hair, this method is best suited for girls with oily hair.

There is no assurance that the color will fade fast and evenly with any of these techniques. Consequently, stripping at home with traditional remedies cannot produce a consistent outcome. We advise getting in touch with experts rather than jeopardizing the health and appearance of your hair.

Hair care after stripping and rinsing

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Please be aware that color removal from hair is a harsh process. Your curls may lose some of their quality and you won’t be able to get a gorgeous shine if you don’t restore them after washing.

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• It is necessary to intensively nourish and moisturize your curls, restore the hair cuticle.
• Try not to use high-temperature stylers or apply products with a high level of thermal protection before styling.
• You need to use leave-in products in your hair care: oils and sprays will add shine and radiance to your hair.

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Shampoo, conditioner and mask Fructis SuperFood "Papaya" from Garnier

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A line of restorative products consisting of shampoo, conditioner, and masks can help repair dry and damaged hair, including that caused by pickling.

Natural ingredients that deeply nourish and moisturize hair include coconut oil and papaya extract. You can get the best outcome by using these products in a sophisticated way. Every time you wash your hair, you apply conditioner, and you use the mask one or two times a week.

Purple shampoo and mask from L"Oréal Paris

Pickling blonde causes the cuticle scales to lift, allowing the active ingredient to enter the hair shaft deeply. Occasionally, the outcome is an ugly red or yellow tint. The color wheel theory states that violet pigment balances the red and yellow spectrums.

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This pigment is found in the L’Oréal Paris Elseve "Color Expert" shampoo and mask, so blondes who regularly use this line will have a noble cold tone.

Botanicals “Geranium” hair care spray. L’Oréal Paris “Elixir of Radiance” spray

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The "Elixir of Radiance" spray from L’Oréal Paris can help instantly transform unruly, porous hair. Coconut, soy, and geranium flower oils are good for hair strands. The results of use are evident right away: soft, shiny, and smooth hair.

Garnier Botanic Therapy restorative cream-oil

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We are constantly discussing the advantages of heat protection, and for people whose hair has been severed, it is an absolute necessity. Try to reduce the damage caused by the high-temperature effects of a hair dryer and stylers if you are unable to refuse hot styling. In addition to being heat-resistant up to 230°C, Garnier cream oil gives hair elasticity and thickness.

Keratin mask from L’Oréal Paris Elseve

After washing, keratin plays a crucial role in helping to restore hair. This material "seals" split ends and smoothes the hair cuticle’s scales. The L’Oréal Paris Elseve mask includes keratin in addition to castor oil and vitamin B5, both of which are necessary for hair that looks healthy. Following application, the hair should be gently blotted with a towel and the mask should be removed with warm water.

By removing the artificial pigments from the hair, a technique known as "hair decapitation" can be used to fix a poorly done dye job or remove unwanted hair color. It’s like going back and changing the color of your hair to something more natural without doing as much damage as bleaching. This treatment is helpful for people who want to start over with a new shade or correct mistakes, but in order to keep the hair healthy, it needs to be handled carefully and frequently requires professional expertise.

Decapitation and rinsing: tips from stylists

How to properly decapitate hair?

According to E. Sedoy, "the decapitating agent is applied from the ends of the hair because there is a higher concentration of pigments there: the hair may have been dyed more than once in theory the farther it is from the root. Since the roots have far fewer pigments than the ends, we proceed progressively from the ends to the roots."

Is it possible not to strip hair, but just paint over an unsuccessful color with another dye?

It is advised to wash your hair before applying a new color to avoid unexpected shades when dying it over another color.

The process of "hair decapitation" is used to take out artificial color from hair and return it to its original shade or get ready for a new color. It’s frequently applied when hair color has been previously dyed and is too dark, uneven, or not quite the right color. During this procedure, a unique product is applied to the hair, which breaks down the artificial pigments.

Although hair decapitation has its uses, it must be handled carefully. It’s crucial to realize that this procedure may be damaging to hair, so deep conditioning treatments must be applied afterwards. Several iterations of the procedure might be required, depending on the condition of the hair and the intended result.

Seeking to have your hair chopped off? It’s best to speak with a licensed hairdresser. They are able to evaluate the condition of your hair and suggest the best course of action to maximize benefits and minimize damage. Hair decapitation can give your hair color a fresh start if done carefully and attentively.

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