Red or naturally red hair has a very special fascination. And that's no wonder, because with its unusual and, above all, rare color, it attracts everyone's attention. The spectrum ranges from intense copper red to subtle strawberry blonde to hair that looks almost orange. The unusual head of hair is usually accompanied by light skin and freckles.
WHY IS RED HAIR SO UNUSUAL?
In fact, red hair is a real rarity. The proportion of redheads in the entire world population is estimated at between one and two percent. Most of them are found in Europe. In Scotland, Ireland and Wales in particular, an above-average number of the population has red hair. Most of them owe their hair to a mutation on chromosome 16. But this not only gives red hair a copper-colored color. It also allows redheads to produce more vitamin D and changes their perception of pain. Another special feature is the fact that red hair does not turn gray with age. The red color pigments are incredibly stubborn and simply refuse to disappear. It is only in old age that the red slowly fades, becoming lighter and finally white.
HOW CAN I CARE FOR RED HAIR?
People with red hair usually have very thick hair that has a lot of weight of its own. It also tends to dry out. That's why a moisturizing shampoo is ideal for all redheads. To make sure the luminosity of your red hair comes into its own, you can also use shampoos and care products for colored hair. This also gives your hair good color protection! If your hair is already under a lot of stress, there is also the right care product for that.
IS IT POSSIBLE TO DYE RED HAIR BLONDE?
Of course, red hair is beautiful, but if you've been walking around with it your whole life, you might want to try something different. However, bleaching naturally red hair is very difficult. The red pigments are firmly embedded in the hair, so one session is usually not enough. Often, several bleachings have to be carried out at intervals of time. It is therefore a long process. It is also important to take good care of your hair afterwards. Definitely avoid bleaching your hair yourself. In the worst case, this could end in disaster, and in the best case, in an orange or yellow-tinged hairstyle. The best thing to do is go to a hairdresser and get advice.
TINT OR DYE YOUR HAIR RED?
If you are not naturally blessed with red hair, you can of course change that. If you are not sure whether red hair suits you, a tint is ideal. For permanent hold, however, you should use a dye. Once your hair has the desired color, all you need is a suitable haircut and the right styling. How about a cheeky bob haircut, for example? But long red hair also looks great. It can be styled into a romantic braided hairstyle or curled.