Definition of

Dye

Hair

Dyes to change hair color are very popular.

Dye is the act and consequence of dyeing . The term, depending on the context, can be used as a synonym for staining or dyeing .

For example: "In half an hour the dye will be ready" , "I like the red dye you used" , "In several countries armpit dye became fashionable" .

The characteristic , quality or particularity of something is also called tint: "The meeting had a festive tinge" , "I like police-tinged books" .

Dye concept

The concept is usually used with reference to the substance that allows the dye to be made and also to refer to the color that is applied. Dyes are used in different areas, whenever you want to dye something.

Among the most popular dyes are those used to dye hair . While in ancient times natural dyes were used (such as different species of plants ), currently dyes usually include chemical substances that allow them to increase their durability.

The application of hair dyes can be done at home or in a hair salon . Depending on the quality of the dye, the color applied will last more or less time on the hair.

Wool

In the textile industry, different types of dyes are used.

Common suggestions

Changing hair color or hiding gray hair are the two main reasons that lead many people to make the decision to apply hair dye. However, this is something that requires taking into account a series of issues to achieve the desired color and ensure that the hair does not suffer:

  • Before applying all the dye, it is recommended to do the same on a strand that is more hidden since this way you will know what the final result will be.
  • There are those who consider that the basic rule for acquiring a color is to choose the dye that is two shades lower than what you actually have.
  • Of course, it is vital to take skin color into consideration so that the result offered by the dye allows you to enjoy a harmonious image. In this case, it is established that people with white skin should not opt ​​for a very dark one and that those with very dark skin should leave aside blonde dyes because they will achieve an artificial appearance.
  • Despite the wide variety of dyes that exist in specialized stores, many women prefer to dye their hair with natural extracts. And they do it because they consider that these do not damage the hair as much and allow you to achieve a much more natural hair.

Dyes in different industries

Dyes also appear in the textile industry . It is possible to modify the color of a wide variety of fabrics through the use of dyes. The important thing, in this case, is that the dye resists washing without losing its tone.

Woods , on the other hand, can be stained for aesthetic purposes. The stain modifies the natural color of the wood but does not cover its grain. A table made of pine wood, for example, can be darkened with stain.