Is there anything better than mermaid hair?! Pinks, purples and blues…love, love and love. It’s the ultimate in #hairgoals. Best part? Whether you are a light-skinned or dark-skinned Latina, blonde or brunette, you can rock this look. Here are some pro tips to make your rainbow-colored tress dreams come true.
Say No to Oils
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You can spend 5 bucks or $60 on the pastels (your money, your call). Either way make sure they’re non-oil based.
Get it Wet
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This is especially helpful for dark or coarse hair. It allows pastels to set.
Stay Away from Your Scalp
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Your hair is dead, your scalp is not. Pastels can stain your skin.
Go Down, Down Baby
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Apply the chalk to small sections (not chunks) of hair in a downward motion. Twist it as you go to really work it in.
Easy, Breezy
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Don’t use a blow-dryer after applying, you’ll end up blowing off the chalk.
Brighter, Better
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If you want the color to REALLY pop, apply white chalk before applying your color du jour.
Start Slow
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Pink all day, every day is not for everyone. If you just want a pop of color, add it to a couple braids…so cute.
Shiny, Pretty Things
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And for those chicas ready to let your inner beauty shine on the outside, hair chalk with glitter is a AWESOME!
