How to Dye Hair With Kool Aid

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Put on gloves to prevent staining.

   If you don't want to wear gloves, be aware that your skin may stain, but you can still remove the Kool-Aid from it.
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   Step 2: Wrap the person whose hair you're dyeing in towel(s) (or a garbage bag with a clip to keep it in place) to avoid stains.

   Remember that Kool-Aid can stain fabric, so use an old towel or cloth. , Be sure to use the unsweetened version, to avoid creating sticky hair.
   
   Moreover, don't use the artificially sweetened kind, as the chemicals might irritate your eyes.
   
   You may need to use more packages than recommended here, depending on the length of your hair, and how deep you want the color.
   
   Suggestions for suitable Kool-Aid matched to a hair shade change are:
   Tropical punch is great for a brighter red Cherry works for a deeper red Black-cherry mixed with strawberry works for a bright red Mixing strawberry and grape can make a purplish red Experiment with variations of your favorite Kool-Aid colors to get more unique colors , Adding conditioner helps to make a paste, which is easier to handle. , Keep mixing out all the lumps and liquidy areas. , This is the fun part but you definitely need help for this if you're dyeing your own hair. ,, All of your hair must be very damp and sticky, otherwise the powder will just wash out, without coloring your hair. ,, You'll have to sleep in it, so do a good job! This step is important not just to protect your pillows and sheets, but because it will trap the moisture in, allowing for a deeper color change.
   
   It would be a good idea to wrap your pillow in an old towel in case the sandwich wrap moves around while sleeping.
   
   You can secure the plastic wrap carefully with tape. , Don't be dismayed by the gruesome colours on your skin––everything washes off! See How to remove Kool-Aid from skin if you have skin stains. , Do not shampoo! If you use shampoo, the color will wash straight out.
   
   Apply conditioner if wished, then rinse again.
   
   Then comb your hair out and wait for it to dry.
   
   The final tint will be less obvious with wet hair. , Darker hair will change the tints of the hair color, but lighter hair can be dramatically changed! You may need to experiment with this a few times to get the balance right for your hair color –– just remember that the darker your natural hair, the less obvious the effects will be. ,, Ensure that the foil does not come off. , Remember, this is not a permanent hair dye. ,, Remove from the heat and let it cool to room temperature. , Then pull up a chair, sit back, and dip your hair ends in, let them sit in for different timings depending on how dramatic you want the color, how dark your hair is, and how long you want it to stay in. , DO NOT wash with shampoo.
   
   If the color does not show up with your wet hair, do not worry.
   
   The color is not as visible with wet hair than dry hair.
   
   After rinsing your hair, blow dry it until dry. ,, Wait 3-5 minutes for it to cool off.
   
   Add the unsweetened Kool Aid packets (two packets for blondes, three for brunettes).
   
   Stir it in. , Put one section on each shoulder. , Let it sit for 15-30 minutes, depending on how strong you want the color and how long you want it to last.
   
   Have a magazine or book to read while you're incapacitated over the bowl! (Or listen to music, a podcast or an audio book.) , Then wash your hair with cold water and conditioner (conditioner is optional) You will see some Kool Aid start to drip off while washing but this is normal. , You're now ready to rock the new dye!
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   Step 3: Add the Kool-Aid packages to a small bowl.

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   Step 4: Add a few drops of conditioner and some hot water to help the color from the Kool-Aid permeate the hair more evenly.

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   Step 5: Mix the 3-6 packages of Kool-Aid

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   Step 6: the water

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   Step 7: and the conditioner together

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   Step 8: until the ingredients form a smooth paste.

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   Step 9: Work the Kool-Aid paste into the hair

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    Step 10: starting near the roots.

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    Step 11: Continue adding the Kool-Aid paste down the middle of the hair.

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    Step 12: Work the Kool-Aid paste into the tips.

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    Step 13: Put up sections of hair to ensure that you color the lower layers of hair too.

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    Step 14: Wrap the hair in several long strips of sandwich wrap or

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    Step 15: put on a shower cap.

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    Step 16: After a good night's sleep

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    Step 17: remove the plastic wrap.

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    Step 18: Thoroughly rinse your hair with lukewarm water.

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    Step 19: Rock your new Kool-Aid colored hair!

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    Step 20: If you're doing tips or highlights

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    Step 21: use a highlighting wand and wrap the dyed sections in aluminum foil.

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    Step 22: Complete the whole head (or as many highlights as you want) with foil wrapping

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    Step 23: and then pin them up.

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    Step 24: Follow the above instructions in wrapping your hair in clear wrap for an entire night

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    Step 25: and rinse as explained above the next day.

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    Step 26: Add packets of Kool-Aid the color of your choice to water (depending on the shade you want).

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    Step 27: Bring the water to boil.

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    Step 28: Let it cool.

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    Step 29: When you are finished dip dyeing your hair

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    Step 30: rinse out with cold water.

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    Step 31: In a pot

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    Step 32: boil some water (around 2-5 cups).

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    Step 33: After the water has reached boiling point

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    Step 34: pour it into a heat-proof bowl.

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    Step 35: Part your hair in two sections.

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    Step 36: Dip the ends of your hair into the bowl.

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    Step 37: After letting your hair sit in the bowl

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    Step 38: take a towel and dry it a little.

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    Step 39: Dry your hair.

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