If you’re looking for a natural way to color your hair black without the harsh chemicals found in commercial dyes, you’re in the right place! Making your own natural black hair dye is easy, effective, and safe for your scalp. With just three simple ingredients, you can create a nourishing dye that enhances your hair’s natural color while keeping it healthy. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the ingredients, directions, and tips for applying your homemade black hair dye.
Ingredients:
Indigo Powder
Indigo is a plant-based powder derived from the indigo plant’s leaves. It’s one of the main natural ingredients used to achieve black hair color. When mixed with henna, it produces a deep black shade. Indigo is safe, chemical-free, and nourishing for hair.
Henna Powder
Henna is a natural dye made from the leaves of the Lawsonia inermis plant. While henna alone gives a reddish-brown color, when combined with indigo, it darkens to a beautiful, deep black. It also strengthens hair and promotes growth.
Amla Powder
Amla, or Indian gooseberry, is known for its high vitamin C content. It can enhance the color results of henna and indigo while also nourishing and conditioning your hair, promoting a shiny and healthy finish.
Directions:
Prepare the Henna Paste
In a glass bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of henna powder with warm water. Stir until you form a smooth, thick paste. Let it sit for 2-3 hours to allow the dye to release.
Prepare the Indigo Paste
In a separate bowl, mix 2 tablespoons of indigo powder with warm water, just like you did with the henna. Allow the indigo to sit for about 10-15 minutes before applying it to your hair. Indigo works best when freshly prepared.
Mix the Pastes
After the henna paste has rested, add 1 tablespoon of amla powder to the henna mixture. Stir the ingredients together until fully incorporated.
Combine the henna mixture with the indigo paste. Mix thoroughly until you have a consistent, smooth paste.
Apply the Dye
Section your hair and apply the dye mixture evenly, ensuring all strands are covered. Use gloves to prevent staining your hands. Start from the roots and work your way to the ends.
Once your hair is fully coated, cover it with a shower cap or plastic wrap to keep the dye in place.
Let it Sit
