This review details a hair transformation using Revlon Beautiful Color ColorSilk in Ultra Ash Blonde on bleached, relaxed hair. The author, having pre-bleached and toned their hair (a step later identified as premature), aimed to neutralize brassy gold tones and achieve a more neutral, ashy blonde. Two boxes of the budget-friendly dye, purchased from a dollar store, were used. The process involved addressing previously missed roots and incorporating additional techniques to enhance the final result.The journey wasn't without its challenges. The dye, while successfully lightening the hair, didn't fully deliver the desired ultra-ash blonde, leaving some brassiness that required further treatment with purple shampoo and silver-bright conditioner. The impact of a pre-treatment coconut oil application on processing time is also discussed. Ultimately, the review assesses the effectiveness and affordability of the Revlon dye, considering both its successes and limitations in achieving the target shade.
Pros And Cons
- Lightened roots
- Reduced brassiness
- Did not lighten hair as much as desired
- Did not fully counteract golden tones
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Initial Hair Condition and Product Selection
My hair journey began three days prior with a bleach. I'd already toned it, a step I later learned shouldn't be done until achieving the desired lightness. My hair had a golden base, which I wanted to neutralize. I saturated my hair with coconut oil before applying the dye.
The product I chose was Revlon Beautiful Color ColorSilk in Ultra Ash Blonde. I'd opted for this budget-friendly option, purchasing two boxes from the Dollar Store. My aim wasn't to achieve extremely light blonde, just a more neutral tone.
One of the critical aspects I noted was the need to dye my roots. The prior bleaching missed this area, resulting in darker roots compared to the rest of my hair. I also forgot to do my eyebrows. This time I'd be sure to include them in the process.
Dye Application and Processing
I applied the Revlon dye, paying close attention to my roots this time. The process took approximately 25 minutes, but the color didn't develop as quickly as expected. I utilized a blow dryer attachment to expedite the process.
Even with the heat, the result was more of a light brown than the desired ashy blonde. The coconut oil pre-treatment likely slowed the dyeing process. Although the hair was lighter, the golden tones still remained quite prominent.
After 25 minutes of processing time and the addition of heat, I washed out the dye. The results weren't perfect, as some brassiness remained. My roots were lighter, but still not as light as I had initially hoped.
Color Correction and Toning
To further neutralize the remaining gold tones, I applied a purple shampoo and conditioner. This is a common technique to counteract brassiness in bleached hair.
I also used a silver-bright conditioner, which seemed to successfully create a more ashy tone. The hair loss after bleaching was minimal, despite my relaxed hair.
After another rinse, a deep conditioner was applied overnight to further improve hair health. I also used rice water and chia seed mixture as a final rinse for extra conditioning and shine.
Haircut and Final Results
After the treatment, my hair was trimmed into a bob style. Removing a couple of inches helped improve the overall look. The cut was done in a more layered approach instead of the blunt style I was hoping for initially.
Overall, I'm satisfied with the outcome of the hair color. Although it wasn't a perfect ash blonde, it significantly reduced the brassiness. The hair remains healthy and minimal breakage was experienced.
The Revlon Ultra Ash Blonde worked well, especially given its affordability. The color delivered a much-needed correction, despite falling short of the perfect ultra-light ash tone I initially sought.
Product Review and Conclusion
The Revlon Beautiful Color ColorSilk in Ultra Ash Blonde offered a decent result, significantly reducing brassiness and lightening the hair. However, it didn’t achieve a pure ash blonde. The addition of coconut oil and the time spent processing did impact the final result.
The budget-friendly aspect is a significant plus. It provides a workable solution for neutralizing brassiness in bleached hair. The final outcome is more of a soft, light brown with subtle ash undertones.
Considering its low cost, the Revlon dye is effective in counteracting brassiness in bleached hair. While it might not be the perfect solution for achieving a truly ultra-light ash blonde, it offers a decent result for the price point. A rating of 6/10 seems appropriate.