A Pro Stylist’s Advice on Dyeing Textured Hair at Home

Dyeing your hair at home, no matter what texture you have, can be tricky to master. If you have natural, textured hair, things can get even more complicated. If you are interested in giving it a go, though, take advice from someone who’s well-versed in the specific needs and characteristics of your hair. Here, Derick Monroe, celebrity hairstylist and Dark & Lovely spokesperson, shares his dos and don'ts of dyeing textured hair at home. 

DO: Choose an At-Home Dye That Contains Moisturizing Ingredients

“Textured hair naturally has a moisture deficit, so you want to ensure that your hair remains moisturized, as we know color can be very drying at times,” says Monroe. When choosing an at-home dye, he suggests looking for ingredients like argan oil, vitamin E, shea butter or coconut oil. You can find argan oil and vitamin E in the Dark & Lovely Fade Resist line. 

DO: Pick a Shade That’s Easy to Maintain

This one is especially important if you’re new to the DIY dye world. “Demi-permanent and temporary dyes will fade, so the retouch process won’t be so noticeable when it’s time to refresh,” says Monroe. A demi-permanent option we love is the Dark & Lovely Reviving Colors line.