I kept the henna mix pretty simple as always and just mixed it with a mug of strong green tea to help the dye release. I added enough water to give the mixture a smooth, almost pancake batter consistency and let it sit overnight. The next day, when I was ready to apply it, I mixed the indigo into a paste with just plain water and added it to the henna. I don't add oils anymore because I read that it can slow the dyeing process. I applied the "Hendigo" to my hair like a clay mask and covered with plastic wrap. Then I waited for four hours before rinsing and then co-washing several times to get it all out of my hair.
The application took very well to the majority of my hair but left my grey strands with just a tinge of color. I'm planning on doing another application to the roots and grey hairs sometime this week 'cause I don't need everybody knowin' how old I'm getting. If my greys are still too obvious afterward I may reconsider dyeing my hair all black with the two step process.
My stubborn grey strands are still noticeable |
I like the reddish brown tone in the sun |
the reddish color tone came out nice.
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