Lighten hair naturally without damaging it

The first premise that we must face is to always be cautious in choosing the product to use: in fact there are products on the market that promise a browning of the strands in a natural way, but which in reality contain chemical substances that can give allergies and itching or even just to miss the assumption of naturalness that we are trying to pursue in the search for a brighter look.

Therefore, I always recommend reading the INCI (i.e. the labels of cosmetic products which contains the complete list of ingredients) and talking to an herbalist or expert in case you opt for an already packaged natural-based product.

To be sure of making a valid choice, I decided to examine the products on the market to recommend some that guarantee you results and effectiveness and then tell you about the absolutely natural ones that you surely have in your pantry!

Schultz hair lightening lotion

One of the best known and best known remedies is the hair lightening line proposed by the very famous Schultz brand, specialized in products based on chamomile extracts.

The advantage of the lotion in question is that it is a decidedly more natural treatment compared to other do-it-yourself dyes (even those of the hairdresser!): it does not contain parabens or silicones and other harmful substances, but we find hydrogen peroxide which has strong lightening and bleaching powers.

Despite this, this is a decidedly more natural product than many others and its action is gradual: although the effects are seen from the very first applications, thanks to a golden effect (which is enhanced thanks to the heat of the hair dryer): after the third or fourth application the result is really very evident.

By applying the product with your fingers or with the help of a small brush or a cotton ball, you will be able to obtain a wonderful golden effect that will remind you of summer.

It is obvious that the starting point plays a fundamental role for the result. This lotion costs just over 9.50 euros on offer.

Cromatix Blonde Lightening Spray by Biopoint

Another product that lightens the hair, which also contains a minimum percentage of hydrogen peroxide is Cromatix Spray Schiarente produced by Biopoint. Since it is a product that is vaporized it is good to cover the eyes well as it contains irritating substances.

Indeed, to apply it, you will have to apply it to damp but carefully towel-dried hair, covering your shoulders with a towel and using gloves.

In this case too, you can decide whether to vaporize the entire hair or just a few strands, and therefore you have to comb it. Also in this case the hair dryer, or even the sun’s rays, accentuate the lightening effect.

This product can be found on Amazon for 12.90 euros.

And now let’s move on to seeing the natural remedies that you can apply to your hair to get a beautiful sun-kissed effect!

DIY highlights with chamomile

If you want to get a sunstroke effect or strands of light, you can opt for an ancient and effective remedy: chamomile.

Is it easy to lighten hair with chamomile tea ? Yes. With just two sachets you can prepare an infusion (as if you were to drink it), i.e. by bringing it to a boil and leaving the sachets to infuse until they cool down, you can lighten your strands naturally.

After the normal washing you can in fact wet the hair in its length and dry it in the sun to obtain a longer lasting result.

It is advisable to repeat the treatment for three weeks with each shampoo to obtain clear and lasting results.

Honey and lemon, nourish and brighten!

Lemon is a very effective natural lightener. Two squeezed lemons diluted in a cup of water kept in place for at least half an hour will give you excellent results, but it is not recommended if you have dry and brittle hair, as the juice dries the hair fiber very much while it can be an excellent remedy for those with fat.

Alternatively, you can mix three tablespoons of honey into your conditioner and leave it on for three quarters of an hour, then wash off. By adding two tablespoons of lemon juice you will get a beautiful golden effect without drying out the strands, thanks to the nourishing effect of honey.

Lighten hair with beer: ally of light reflections

Beer is not just a beverage to drink! If you pour it into a basin and immerse your head in it for 5 minutes, you will see a beautiful result after a few weeks.

The important thing is that the beer is kept in place for at least 5 minutes, wrapping the head in a towel and then proceeding with washing.

By repeating this procedure for several weeks, you will only be satisfied!

Blonde henna, does it really work?

And finally here’s one last remedy: blond henna. I have to premise that blond henna doesn’t really exist. It is neutral henna (cassia italica or cassia obovata) which, in addition to other all-natural herbs, can lighten and deeply nourish the hair.

The herbs added are rhubarb or chamomile. You can ask your herbalist to prepare a blend for you that suits your needs or to recommend a product that has already been prepared, perhaps even advising you on how to prepare effective blends to achieve your goal!

Turmeric, miraculous in the kitchen and on the hair!

The properties of turmeric are multiple on health, if used as a spice. But I suggest you make a compress, prepared with a cup of boiled water in which to dissolve a spoonful of turmeric.

This porridge should be left to act for about half an hour, but be careful: its effects are very strong, which is why it is preferable to use it in moderation, unless you want very light hair .

Conclusions

There are many natural ways to lighten your hair. We have seen that there are many herbs and spices allied with light and golden reflections, however we don’t always have the time to resort to these truly ecological and side-effect free tricks.

This is why it can be very useful to always have a lightening shampoo or lotion at home that you can use easily.