Semi / demi permanent hair color?

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Jun 30, 2013

Mariah L.

I need help to understand the differences because I have my eye on the ones at sallys I seen online and I just need more details. Please & thanks xo.

Jun 30, 2013

Whyte W.

WHEN TO CHOOSE SEMI PERMANENT HAIR COLOR
Semi permanent hair color is good for first-time dyers or for people who aren't looking to make a drastic change. Semi permanent dye has no ammonia and no developer, so no color is deposited inside the hair shaft. Instead, it coats the hair, which is why it's often referred to as a "stain" or "wash." Semi permanent is good for changing or enhancing tones but not for changing colors. It generally washes out in 6 to 12 shampoos.

WHEN TO CHOOSE DEMI PERMANENT HAIR COLOR
Demi permanent hair color is good for people who want more of a change but do not want to damage their hair or do anything drastic. It contains no ammonia but does have a small amount of peroxide, which opens the hair cuticle slightly so that some color will sit in it. Demi permanent does a better job of darkening hair than semi permanent does, but it doesn't lighten hair. Demi permanent hair color will fade and typically lasts 12 to 24 shampoos.

Jun 30, 2013

Whyte W.

Got that from livestrong. Hope it helps!

Jun 30, 2013

Mariah L.

Thanks! that really did help!