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I have black hair, but would like to become a blonde. How can I do this?

The hydrogen peroxide content is regulated in coloration products for home use. To bleach your hair medium brown, dark brown, or black hair, we recommend going to your hairdresser, because he or she is licensed to use such products.

I've never colored my hair before. Where do I start?

Your answers to the following four questions will help to determine which product and degree of permanence is right for you:
What is your original hair color? How long do you want the color last? What kind of color change would you like?
Check the information on the packaging to see whether the particular nuance you have chosen is suitable for you and what color result you can expect to achieve given your original hair color.
The trained staff in the shop will be happy to assist you as well.

My hair color is now six weeks old, and my roots are beginning to show. What should I consider when coloring my hair the next time?

For hair color with a permanence level of 3 (permanent), after some time you will need to do a touch up application. First apply the mixture only to the regrowth. After 20 minutes, apply it to the rest of hair to achieve an more even result. Rinse out after an additional 5-10 minutes.

I have permed hair. Do I need to take special note of this when coloring?

The color effect is much more intensive on permed hair. Therefore, leave at least two weeks between perming and coloring and shorten the application period (processing time) by 5-10 minutes.

I have been in the sun and saltwater a lot and now have damaged hair. Can I still color my hair?

With damaged hair it is advisable to first try out the product on a test strand of hair.

What happens if I leave the color mix on for too long?

Should you exceed the given time, neither your hair nor your color result will be harmed. It is still recommended, however, that you adhere to the given processing time.

Can I store the remains of my hair color?

With temporary hair color (level 1), remaining color can be kept for later use. With hair color with a permanence level of 2 or 3, this isn't possible: Mixed solutions do not keep. Sealed individual components that have not yet been mixed can be stored (e.g. in the refrigerator) and mixed later.

How does bleaching work?

Different from hair color, a bleach does not attach any color pigments. Instead, hydrogen peroxide releases natural or cosmetic color pigments from the hair. The result is a lighter, permanent hair color. Some products are "lighteners" with additional hair color (e.g. Schwarzkopf Blonde Blonding Creme), which can be used to achieve a beautiful blonde tone (light or champagne blonde).

Can a blonde tone still be altered after bleaching?

Yes. With subsequent tinting or coloring, you can achieve a balanced, natural-looking blonde. Thus, orange-tinged or soft yellow tones can be concealed, which may occur when very dark hair is lightened. Of course, it is also possible to bleach hair before coloring to intensify the final color result-like an extreme red. When touching up the roots of colored hair, they should, however, be bleached once again.

My bleached-blonde hair sometimes looks so dull and unnatural. What can I do about this?

Frequent bleaching can stress the hair, weakening the cuticle. Moisture is lost from inside the hair, and it can look dull and brittle. Get help by selecting hair care products that are specially created for the needs of colored hair. They regenerate the hair structure and seal the cuticle, so that your hair looks healthy and supple. We recommend a weekly repair treatment and every so often a color shine treatment.

I tend to get allergic reactions. Can I still color my hair?

Hair color products can cause allergic reactions. We recommend that you do an allergy test on your skin 48 hours before applying a hair color—even if you have colored your hair before. Apply small amount of product to a 1x1 cm area on the inside of your elbow and let set uncovered for 45 minutes. Seal product again tightly. Then rinse off product thoroughly with lukewarm water. Should you encounter a reaction during the 45 minutes (rinse spot well) or within the following 48 hours, then definitely do not use the product. In case of doubt, consult your doctor.

I wanted to bleach my hair blonde and ended up with a reddish tinge. What should I do?

When dark hair is lightened, it always first results in transitional reddish phase before becoming blonde. Probably you undershot the given processing time and your hair now is a reddish blonde. In this case, a second application of the same product will help-with a corresponding shorter processing time.

After coloring, my hair is now different colors at the roots, length and ends. Why is this?

Your natural roots have grown in, the length has probably already been colored, and your hair ends may be somewhat porous or split.

Can I mix two hair color products to create a new color?

Theoretically, you can mix two products within the same product line, though the specific color result is not easy to predict and is therefore not recommended. Schwarzkopf offers with each of its product lines a rage of color shades so that you can be sure to find your desired color.

Can I color my eyebrows and eyelashes with the same coloration product?

Application a coloration product near mucous membranes or on the face is not recommended. You should look instead for specialized products from the cosmetics industry.

What is the difference between bleaching, lightening and blonde coloration?

Bleaching: With bleaching, color pigments are removed from your natural hair color or existing color without attaching any new artificial pigments. Your can lighten your hair up to 7 shades.

Lightening nuances: With lightening, existing pigments are removed from the hair and new pigments are added. You can thus lighten your hair up to 4 shades and (at the same give your hair distinctive colour). The spectrum: a cool ash tone to a warm, honey blonde.

Blond coloration: While coloring, pigments can be removed up to 2 shades. This process lightens hair somewhat and prepares the hair so that color pigments can permanently attach to hair during coloration. The result is an even, radiant blonde.

How can I add shine to my colored blonde hair?

You can be guaranteed a shiny, long lasting blonde by using hair care products suited for the particular needs of colored hair.

When coloring my hair blonde, does the thickness of my hair matter?

All Schwarzkopf & Henkel products contain effective, high quality care ingredients so that you may color your hair blonde regardless of its thickness.

Will my hair become stressed or damaged when I bleach or lighten my hair?

If you follow the instructions for use on the packaging, any damage to your hair's structure from all blonde products from Schwarzkopf & Henkel can largely be ruled out.
Note: For a successive application, an exact touch up application is required!

I bleached my hair and would like to try out a soft toner. Is this possible?

Because the structure of your hair has been altered through bleaching, the apply a soft toner afterwards can often lead to undesirable results. Therefore, soft toners are not recommended in this case.