5 Longest-Lasting Blue Hair Dyes – Secrets to using them so the color will last longer

The blue hair dyes that last the longest are:

 

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All of these dyes are semi-permanent.

Why is this important?

 

Because these brands of semi-permanent hair dyes define how long they last in washes.

What does this mean?

 

 It means that how long each of these blue hair dyes will last will depend on each person’s hair washing habits. 

 

For example, let’s say you and your best friend decide to dye your hair with Punky Colour hair dye, one of the longest-lasting blue hair dyes. And you choose the same shade: Atlantic Blue.

According to the brand, the blue dye lasts up to 25 washes.

 

Two weeks go by, and while your blue hair looks the same as the first day you dyed it, your friend’s hair looks a faded light blue.

Why did the blue dye last longer on your hair and less on your friend’s?

 

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 Because while you wash your hair twice a week, your friend washes hers every second day. 

 

That’s why manufacturers talk about how long semi-permanent hair dyes last in terms of washes.

 If you reduce the frequency of washing your hair and use sulfate-free products , any of these blue dyes will last longer.

 

Another interesting fact to keep in mind is that all the brands I mentioned above recommend applying the blue dyes to bleached hair if you want the color to look exactly the same as it does when you open the dye pot.

In this article, I’ll tell you what each of these blue dye brands has to offer, as well as some application secrets that will be very useful.

 

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The 5 longest-lasting blue hair dyes

 

Punky Color: three blue options that last up to 25 washes

This brand is one of the most used worldwide thanks to its durability and the quality of its components.

Although it  lasts up to 25 washes , you can keep your hair blue a little longer if you take care of it with sulfate-free and salt-free products.

 

You have three blue options to choose from: Lagoon Blue, Atlantic Blue, and Midnight Blue.

I recommend you apply Midnight Blue dye if your hair is not already an extra light blonde because its blue pigments are more intense.

 

Manic Panic Amplified: a blue dye that lasts up to 24 washes and is ideal for damaged hair

What I like most about this brand is that it has ten different shades of blue, from intense to pale blue.

 Manic Panic claims their dyes last up to eight weeks . But, without getting into an argument with the manufacturers, it actually depends on how you care for your hair.

What if you apply the blue dye but then wash your hair every second day, apart from straightening it three times a week? I can assure you the blue dye will fade after only two weeks.

 

Arctic Fox: a blue dye that lasts up to 24 washes, especially for super light hair

Arctic Fox is ideal for women who have extra light hair since it’s recommended you apply it on an almost white base for the best results.

And when I say extra light hair, I mean extra light blonde hair. If your hair is dyed pastel pink, I don’t recommend you apply blue dye, because the results can be disastrous.

You have two blue dye options to choose from: Periwinkle and Poseidon.

I recommend you use the Poseidon blue dye  if you haven’t bleached your hair first  since it’s a more intense and vibrant blue.

 

Adore: a blue dye that lasts up to 20 washes, ideal for those who have no coloring experience

This brand is widely used by women who are applying fantasy hair colors for the first time because it’s very simple to apply.

It’s made with natural oils that moisturize your hair during the dyeing process. You’ll find five shades of blue.

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Wella Colorcharm Paints: three blue toned options that last up to 20 washes

Best of all, you don’t need to bleach your hair to apply these shades. If your hair is a number 7 blonde, you can apply any of the three shades of blue: Blue, Lagoon Blue, and Light Blue.

I recommend you apply the Blue shade if your hair is darker. If your hair is extra light blonde, you can opt for Wella Light Blue, a pastel blue ideal for dark skin.

 

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How to apply blue hair dye to make it last longer

Now you know which dye to choose, I’ll let you in on a few secrets to make using the dyes easier and make your color last longer.

 

Before applying the blue dye, check your hair’s health

If your hair is damaged and porous, the color will be absorbed faster. Therefore, I recommend you buy two pots of dye.

 

Wash your hair before applying the blue dye

Why? Because your hair must be free of hair product residue and dirt in order for the semi-permanent hair dye to fully adhere to the outer layer of your hair.

Wash your hair with shampoo and don’t use conditioner.

 

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Apply the dye on completely dry hair

If you apply the blue dye to damp hair, the dye may slide a little in some parts. And if that happens, you’ll get an uneven color.

Finally, always wear gloves when applying blue hair dye because blue dyes and colors stain everything.

 

Conclusion

The blue dye brands that last the longest claim a maximum duration of 25 washes.

Remember that it’s important you use sulfate-free shampoos and conditioners and that you reduce how often you wash your hair.

To make the color last longer, add a few drops of dye to your sulfate-free conditioner. Leave it in your hair for five minutes each time you wash it. This will make the blue color more intense.