How to dye hair with turmeric?

Want to add some natural highlights or a touch of gold to your hair without breaking the bank? Well, look no further than your spice rack! Yes, you read that right. You can actually dye your hair using turmeric – and it’s super easy.

What is Turmeric?

Before we dive into how to use turmeric for dyeing hair, let’s first get a better understanding of what this magical spice is all about.

Turmeric (Curcuma longa) belongs to the ginger family and has been used in India for thousands of years as an Ayurvedic medicine and culinary ingredient. It contains curcumin, which gives it its bright yellow color.

Fun fact: Did you know that turmeric was once used as a fabric dye? People have been utilizing its deep coloring properties for centuries!

The Benefits of Using Turmeric on Hair

Now that we’ve covered what turmeric is let’s explore how it benefits hair health:

  • Promotes healthy scalp by keeping dandruff at bay
  • Stimulates blood circulation in scalp leading healthier root system.
  • Increases shine levels
  • Strengthens strands & enhances damage repair ability

So if all this goodness can be imparted through eating/drinking/inhalation/ topical application etc., why not try doing something new like experiment using turmeric as a natural colorant?

How Does It Work?

When combined with water or oil – depending on preference – turmerics high concentration of curcumain allows temporary staining effects on whatever material its applied on – including human hairs since they absorb any pigments readily.
This homemade alternative cuts out harsh chemicals present in commercial dyes; esp ones containing additional toxic ingredients which might harm skin/hair alike post application thereof inclusive of carcinogens such as paraphenylenediamine (PPD) etc…so best stick non-toxic options when possible!

Getting Started with Turmeric Hair Dye

Without much ado, let’s dive into the steps and required ingredients.

Materials Needed:

  • 1/2 cup of turmeric powder
  • 1/2 cup water or coconut oil (depending on preference)
  • Mixing bowl & spoon
  • Measuring cups
  • Strainer
  • Gloves to protect hands from turning yellow too
  • Note: be sure to wear old clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty since turmeric has a strong potential for staining all your prized linen investments

Step-by-step Instructions:

  1. Begin by measuring out the half-cup each of water (or oil) and turmeric powder.
  2. Pro-tip: if using cooking oils like coconut etc., they also saturate scalp providing deep conditioning properties besides coloring effects thereby proving added hair health benefits.

  3. Combining these in a mixing bowl.

  4. Keep stirring until it forms a smooth paste consistency with no clumps (use strainer if necessary)

  5. Once ready, apply an ample layer over face/neck/chest including any areas where you anticipate spill-over aka protecting overall skin tone against sudden discoloration

  6. Part hair into sections; certain people might use their natural parting but typically one runs 2inch gap between section lines ensuring both sides get saturated efficiently

6.Apply dye beginning from forehead/hairline area spreading generously back towards roots/spill-over zones… imparts bright color as long layers are built up upon already wetted strands

7.When satisfied at every aspect inspecting separate combination strands intermittently throughout dye application process straightening/wefting down flyaways

8.Wait approximately minimum time duration while product sets in enough so that items stay sticky – sometimes around half-hour tops depending on how stubborn some hairs may prove challenging; thicker denser locks generally tend requiring longer wait times perhaps at most ninety minutes

9.If you can resist the urge for a longer period of time (say all day?!) let it be; an hour is minimum needed after which rinse post dye job with lukewarm water – avoiding usage of hot H2O on hair since this may extract moisture from roots & lead to dryness

Tips and Tricks

Here’re some tips that could make your DIY hair dyeing process go smooth:

Wear Protective Gloves

As earlier mentioned, turmeric has a strong coloring property. While dying, protective gloves or coating palms with natural moisturizers such as shea butter become essential once in contact.

Experiment With Oil Types

Of course, when using cooking oils like coconut etc., they also saturate scalp providing deep conditioning properties besides coloring effects thereby proving added hair health benefits.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get Turmeric Hair Dye out of Clothes?

Remove excess debris while still moist through paper towel blotting but avoid rubbing motion especially furiously one possibly setting the stain.
– Quickly pre-treat area stained by adding dish soap then cold water.
– Some people use baking soda/apple cider vinegar soaking methods followed rinsing fabrics thoroughly until no more color transfer noticed whatsoever at end-of-rinse stage

Can Turmeric Stain Scalp Permanently?

By rule, healthy well maintained scalp should face no negative repercussions from temporary turmeric exposure. As long overall activity seems regular & nutrition sufficient for strategic cell division to help rejuvenation processes continuously stay vitalized immune systems generally adapt within 24 hours if any temporary sensitivities arise during first application round!

Final Thoughts

Dying hair with turmeric is a fun, safe and affordable way to achieve subtle highlights or transform into life as bright sunshine incarnate! So why not give it a try? You’re bound to love your new look – plus your hair will thank you for giving it some natural color and TLC.

So, what are you waiting for? Go grab some turmeric from your spice rack and get ready to dye – it’s time to make your hair the star of the show!

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