Application

What is khadi Color Prep & when do I use it?

The natural hair dye khadi colors your hair naturally by applying a thin layer of natural pigments is applied to the hair. For very light, blonde hair or grey to white hair, the hair needs to be prepared to get a good base of adhesion. khadi ColorPre

What is the best way to rinse out the natural hair color?

The khadi colors are simply rinsed out with clear water - so they can unfold their full potential for the next 24-48 hours and develop their full luminosity. For optimal manageability, shine and a light fragrance, the ColorFinish conditioner can also

Why is it necessary to wrap the hair during colouring?

For best results, it is best if the color remains nice and warm on the head during the application time and does not dry out. To do this, you can either cover it with the cap from the box after application or wrap it with cling film and then place a

Should I dye a trial strand?

We recommend the trial strand if you are very unsure how the shade will look on your hair. Proceed in the same way as for a complete coloring, pay attention to the pre-treatment, temperature, exposure time and consistency. Wrap the strand in foil and

Can I use care additives?

Any conditioning additives may affect the coverage as they dilute the color. Therefore, you should avoid them if coverage is important to you.

How often can I re-dye?

You can adjust your coloring rhythm to suit your needs. As soon as your roots bother you or the color is no longer as rich, you can re-dye. If you switch from conventional colors to khadi, you can dye your hair 3 times at intervals of 7 days to a max

Why is temperature important when mixing paint?

The water temperature determines your result: the warmer you mix our shades, the more reddish hues they form, which is why we recommend a mixing temperature of 176°F for our red shades. For the blonde and brown shades, we recommend 140°F, as these co

Do I need to use a thermometer to mix the paint?

The thermometer helps you to determine the water temperature and therefore your color result more precisely: The warmer you mix our shades, the more reddish reflections they form. So if you want a less reddish or even cool shade, the temperature shou

What happens if I mix the paint cooler than 50 degrees?

Hair color that is mixed too cool can turn out too ashy and even lead to unsightly reflections such as a green hues. Please adhere to the recommended temperature and keep the hairdye nice and warm in the water bath.

What happens if I mix the dye hotter than recommended?

The hotter you mix a natural hair dye, the redder and less dark it will become. This is because higher temperatures destroy some of the cool, dark pigments and intensify the reddish color components.

What happens if I reduce the exposure time to less than 30 minutes?

Soak times of less than 30 minutes are more likely to produce a sheen and color reflex. Grey hair is only covered very delicately and transparently. The result remains in a rather ashy color range.

What happens if I leave the paint on longer?

The longer the color is left on, the more intense but also redder it becomes, depending on the shade. Our red shades develop best after 120 minutes of exposure time (please not longer), for brown we recommend 60 minutes and blonde can be left on for

How long should khadi blonde tones be left on?

The recommended application time for all khadi blonde shades is 30-60 minutes. The general rule is: The longer the application time, the warmer, darker and more intense your color result will get. So if you only want a delicate golden touch with medi

How long should brown and dark shades be left on?

The recommended application time for all khadi brown and black shades is 60 minutes. For a particularly strong result the application time can be increased up to 90 minutes. khadi natural hair color Light Brown. khadi natural hair color Medium Brown.

How long should khadi reds be left on?

Our recommended exposure time for all red shades is 60-120 minutes. In general, the longer the application time, the darker, redder and more intense the end result will be. khadi natural hair color Copper. khadi natural hair color Pure Henna Red. kha

What is the best exposure time?

The recommended application time is printed on the box. If you see a time period here as a recommendation, then: The longer the color is left on, the more intense and warmer the result will be.

How long can I store unused vegetable hair dyes?

The powder can be used without hesitation for 6 months after opening if it is stored in a dark, airtight and not too warm (room temperature). Unopened, it can be used almost indefinitely. If you notice that it has become moist or if some of the powde

Does khadi coloured hair need special care?

Ideally, only use plant-based hair color in combination with certified natural cosmetics to achieve the best possible effect. Conventional hair care and cleansing can affect the durability, shine and coverage. Hair that has been strengthened and prot

Can I store leftover mixed dye?

Natural hair dye powder should not be stored as soon as it has been mixed with water, as it will then no longer develop the desired color intensity and also might not be safe for use after a few days.

Do vegetable hair dyes also colour the skin/scalp?

Immediately after rinsing out the color, there may be slight discoloration of the skin, but this will disappear with the next hair wash at the latest. Color stains can also be easily removed with your toner or a little lemon juice mixed with baking s

My hair has become much too dark, what can I do?

If your color result has become too dark, try regular color prints. There are different methods for this:. First wash your hair with an alkaline shampoo (khadi's Neem Balance, but a naturally certified alkaline hair soap also works). Then carefully h

How do I achieve optimal grey hair coverage?

To achieve optimum grey hair coverage, follow the instructions below:. khadi clarifying Deep Cleanse shampoo. khadi pre-pigmentation ColorPrep

I don't want my hair to get darker, but first grey covered, how do I go about it?

Please note that the initial hair color determines the final result. If you do not want to go darker, you should choose a shade that is 2 tones lighter than your starting hair color. If you choose a shade that matches your starting hair color, the ha

Why should I avoid products containing silicone?

All types of film formers, not just silicones, prevent the color from adhering and the care effect of our products. Therefore, we recommend switching the entire care line to certified natural cosmetics at the same time as using khadi hair colors. If

How do I achieve just a slight shimmer of colour?

With short exposure times of 20-30 minutes, you can achieve light color reflexes that are usually achieve a rather cool color appearance. If you mix the color very thinly, it is also more like a color rinse and achieves shine and reflections without

How long do I have to wait after the pre-colouring before I can apply the second shade?

Your desired shade can be applied directly after you have rinsed the ColorPrep with clear water! 😊.

After applying the plant hair colour my scalp itches, what is the cause?

The itching can be caused by the increased blood circulation and the nourishing herbs in the color. It stimulates the metabolism, which can manifest itself as itching. In this case, it goes away with the first hair wash. However, if you also experien

What can I do about the smell of the plant colour?

Our plant-based hair dyes are 100% natural and do not contain any artificial or unnecessary additives. This makes them particularly well tolerated and guarantees the best color results. That's why our natural hair dyes also smell of the herbs they co

Can I dye cool tones (violet, blue) with vegetable hair dyes?

According to the current state of research, there are no skin-friendly plants yet that can produce a permanent blue or violet tint. This is so far only possible with conventional hair dyes. We keep researching to discover these for you for you! 😊

What can I do about a green cast?

A green hue immediately after coloring is completely normal, and if you have followed the instructions, it will disappear by itself within 48 hours. Please do not shampoo your hair as this would fix the current color tone. Even if you can't imagine i

To ensure that the hair is particularly receptive, it should first be cleaned with Deep Cleanse Shampoo and the color should then be applied to damp hair. For hair that dries quickly, it is even adviCan I also apply the plant hair colour to dry hair?

To ensure that the hair is particularly receptive, it should first be cleaned with the Deep Cleanse shampoo and the hair dye should then be applied to damp hair. For hair that dries quickly, it is even advisable to have a spray bottle with water read

Is it true that hair can turn greenish when coloured with herbal hair dyes?

With some, especially the dark or cool shades, a slightly greenish reflection after rinsing is not at all unusual. As plant hair dye continues to develop for 48 hours after rinsing, it disappears completely by itself and the correct shade and coverag

My hair is difficult to comb after colouring. What can I do?

The ColorFinish conditioner is precisely for this case. 😊. It is so light that it does not interrupt the development of the natural pigments, but still ensures better combability and manageability as well as a fresh scent directly after coloring. kh

My result has become very ashy, cool. What can I do about it?

An apple cider vinegar rinse can provide first aid for a result that is clearly too cool: Mix approx. 10,14 fl. oz of water with 6 tbsp of apple cider vinegar and leave the mixture in the hair for about 5 minutes before rinsing it out with water. If

My hair is getting darker, what can I do?

To avoid darkening the hair, it is advisable to only dye the roots when coloring regularly. The lengths should be dyed as rarely as possible and then refreshed with a lighter shade. This also applies to hair that has previously been dyed or colored c

Can I darken my light hair with vegetable hair dyes?

Yes, it's possible. 😊. Depending on whether your hair has been chemically lightened or otherwise treated and what your care plan was before applying our color, you may need 1-3 color applications to achieve the desired result. For fast, deep and rel

Can't I just mix my desired colour and the pre-colouring?

In principle, you can mix all shades together. It is also possible to mix a dark shade with a warm shade, but the result will not be quite as dark as if you have dyed two shades on top of each other. The color mixture will also be warmer, i.e. less a

Why is my powder a different colour than the desired hair colour?

The color powder always has the color of the used plants. However, it says nothing about the color components it contains. So if the henna powder is completely green, you can be sure that it will still color your hair red.

How much water do I use for my colour powder?

Approximately 11,5 US fl. oz of water to 3,5 oz of the color is a good mixing ratio. However, each shade requires more water due to the different ingredients. The darker the shade, the more water it needs. The easiest way is not to measure the amount

I always have severe headaches during the application of PHF or afterwards.

Headaches can occur if the weight of the color presses on the cervical spine. In this case, it is advisable to lie down or lean on something during the application time in order to relieve the spine.

How do I remove a purple tint from my hair colour?

A purple, rosé or violet tint is caused by the actually cool, dark indigo pigment and unfortunately almost always by incorrect application of the natural hair dye. The most common cause is that no pre-pigmentation was carried out before dyeing with D

My result has become very warm or reddish. Is there anything I can do about it?

If your color has turned out too warm (i.e. too reddish), you can simply neutralize the red hues with an indigo rinse. For this purpose 1 tbsp of khadi Blue Black with 10,14 fl. oz of warm water (122°F) and pour it over your hair. After 5 - 10 minute

How do I apply khadi plant hair colour?

You can apply khadi plant hair color with a brush or with your hands. With the brush: Part your hair into separated sections and apply the color with the brush to clean, towel-dried hair. If you only want to color your roots, apply the color with the

Do I need pre- and post-treatment?

We recommend both for an optimal result: Our khadi Deep Cleanse shampoo as a pre-treatment to remove residues from the hair that prevent the color from adhering. For dark or ashy shades, pre-coloring with our ColorPrep is recommended on white or ligh

Is every hair type suitable for khadi natural hair dyes?

Natural hair dyes can be used on any hair type. Please follow the application instructions for each shade depending on the structure and initial hair color. Plant-based dyes offer more than just color: they stimulate hair growth, promote shine, add v

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Can I create highlights with khadi natural hair dye?

Due to its nature, khadi natural hair dye is not suitable for coloring individual strands of hair. However, as it does not provide bold coverage, natural reflections and color differences are retained. If, for example, a shade of blonde or an intense