Whether you want to change up your look or cover greys, dyeing your hair is a great option. But if you’re new to it, don’t worry. We'll talk you through everything from choosing a dye to using it on your hair, moustache or beard – we have all bases covered.
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So, you’ve made the decision to dye your hair, but how do you know which one to go for? Ultimately, you need to identify why you’re doing it. Is it to cover greys? Is it to try out a new colour? Or are you doing it for the short term? These are all the questions you need to ask yourself before picking a dye. Here's what we recommend:
Thankfully, dyeing your hair at home is easy – just be careful of staining your clothes or carpet! Here's a step-by-step guide to get you started:
Top tip: if you’re using a dye for the first time, remember to conduct a patch test on your skin to avoid any sensitivity.
Not happy with the colour of your beard? Not sure what to do about it? Whether you want to cover greys or refresh your facial hair, you can actually dye your beard with standard box dye or specific men’s beard dye.
However, be aware that the skin on your face may react differently to how it does on your scalp, so remember to do a patch test beforehand. Also, make sure to be as precise as possible when dyeing your beard to limit any potential reactions.
Want to give it a go? Here are a few tips and tricks so you can get the best finish:
Similarly, you might be rocking a moustache that needs a little revamp. Fortunately, you can pick up dye that is made specifically for your moustache for a much smoother process. In fact, it often comes as a 2-in-1 moustache and beard dye format.
Wondering how it works? Essentially, it works in the same way as dyeing the hair on your head or your beard. You’ll need to:
Just because there’s a woman on the packaging doesn’t mean that men can’t use it. So if you’re looking for a natural, high-quality dye that will help you cover your grey strands, we’d recommend the Naturtint permanent and semi-permanent dyes.
Ready to get salon-fresh in your own home? We hope you found our tips and tricks about using hair dye for men useful. But if you’re looking for more, check out our hub dedicated to male grooming.
Joined Holland & Barrett: Aug 2005
Michelle joined Holland and Barrett in 2005 as a Customer Services Advisor where she worked for a total of 6 years.
She left H&B to pursue a career within the public sector and later returned in 2013 where she continued to support the Customer Services department and further developed by qualifying as an advanced product advisor working alongside a team of nutritionists.
She then moved to buying as a FNSS Raw Materials Coordinator before joining the Regulatory Affairs Department in 2017 as a Regulatory Affairs Associate. After 3 years in this role, she then moved to the Beauty team where she expanded her knowledge to focus on the beauty industry.
Michelle is now working on both own-label and branded beauty lines, ensuring that these products and all relating marketing material comply to the EU, UK and International Cosmetics Regulations.
Michelle has 3 children who take up a lot of her time, but when she has a few spare minutes she enjoys walking, fitness and cooking.