Have you ever seen a gorgeous hair colour on TikTok and immediately thought, I need that? Maybe it’s Scarlett Johansson rocking a fresh new shade, or Billie Eilish switching up her hair colour yet again.
Next thing you know, you might pick your favourite shade and start to think “Wait... I could totally do this at home.”
And yeah, you absolutely can! โจ
But getting a gorgeous at-home colour is about more than putting on some dye and hoping for the best. So before you put on those gloves and begin your little bathroom hair transformation, here’s how to get a better result at home, with a little help from KAFEN.
Before Dyeing Your Hair at Home, Do These First!
We know you're excited, but don't open the colour and immediately start. Give yourself five minutes to turn your bathroom into your little DIY salon first.
| Get Ready | Why You Need It |
|---|---|
| ๐งค Gloves | Protect your hands from staining while applying the colour. |
| ๐ Old T-shirt | Wear something you genuinely won't cry over if it gets stained. |
| ๐ Old towel | Keep one nearby to protect your shoulders and clean up little accidents. |
| ๐ Hair clips | Sectioning makes it much easier to apply colour evenly, especially with thick or long hair. |
| ๐ช Mirror | A second mirror is even better for checking those easy-to-miss spots at the back. |
| ๐ฆ Enough product | Long or thick hair may need more product. Running out halfway through is not the plot twist we want. |
| ๐ Product instructions | Read them before your gloves are covered in colour, especially for first-timers. |
| ๐งช Patch test | Follow the product's patch-test instructions before colouring, even if you've dyed your hair before. |
Don't Expect Your Ideal Colour to Look Exactly the Same on You
That gorgeous chocolate brown you saved on Insta might not look exactly the same on your hair, and that's completely normal, like super normal.
Your starting colour matters, and any previous dyes or chemical treatments can change how your hair looks, so two people can use the same shade and still end up with slightly different results.
“Keep your inspiration photo, but treat it as inspiration rather than a guaranteed before-and-after.”
You'll save yourself from the “Why doesn't mine look like hers?” crisis when you stare at the mirror.
Grey Roots Showing? You Don't Always Need a Full Dye Session
If your main goal is covering white or grey hair, KAFEN Forest Herb Extract Hair Color Shampoo Treatment can make at-home maintenance easier.
Instead of going through a full traditional dye routine whenever your roots appear, it offers a shampoo-style way to refresh your colour!
- ๐ซง Shampoo-style application that makes DIY colouring feel more straightforward
- ๐ฉ๐ฆณ Helps cover white and grey hair, including visible regrowth
- ๐ Made for convenient at-home use, so you can refresh your colour without a salon visit
- ๐จ Available in wearable shades including Black, Brown and Cocoa
- ๐ Useful for root touch-ups when greys start peeking through again
- ๐ฟ Doesn't need to become your everyday shampoo once you've achieved your desired colour
Once you've got the colour you want, return to your usual hair routine and touch up again when the greys or roots become noticeable, just follow the product instructions like below!
Watch the KAFEN hair colour shampoo treatment video
How Often Should You Actually Dye Your Hair?
Tempted to reach for the hair dye again the moment you spot your roots? Sabar sikit.
As a general rule, around 4 to 8 weeks between permanent hair colour sessions gives your hair some breathing room.
But we like to stress, there isn't one perfect timeline for everyone. Your hair condition, dye type and how quickly your roots grow all matter.
If it's only your regrowth bothering you, you don't necessarily need another full-head, so don’t worry.
Okay, Your Hair Is Dyed. How Do You Keep the Colour Pretty?
You did it! Colours look cute and maybe the newspaper on the floor is splattered with colour. Now we need to keep it that way, so consider the following.
๐ฟ Stop Giving Your Hair Boiling-Hot Showers
We know hot showers after a long day just hits different but unfortunately, your coloured hair may disagree.
Try washing with lukewarm water instead, especially when you're trying to maintain your new colour.
No need for an ice bath. We're maintaining hair colour, not training for survival.
๐ซง You Probably Don't Need to Shampoo Every Single Day
If your scalp can comfortably handle an extra day between washes, great.
If your scalp is sweaty and uncomfortable, wash your hair.
๐จ Give the Straightener a Day Off
Dyed hair + blow-drying + straightening + curling every day?
Girl, that's a lot.
You don't need to break up with your styling tools, but use the lowest effective temperature, apply heat protection and occasionally give your hair a heat-free day.
Which KAFEN Shampoo Matches Your Post-Dye Hair Drama?
For us, we like to categorise folks into different categories, raise your hand (don’t need to) if this is you.
- Colour fades quickly
- Colour looks gorgeous but your ends suddenly feel like hay.
- Colouring and perming your hair for years and your strands start to break
If any of the above describes you, then rest assured that KAFEN has a solution to all of your hair problems.
๐ฟ "My Hair and Scalp Need Some TLC After Colouring"
Try KAFEN Herbal Extract Gentiana Scabra Shampoo.
What makes Gentiana different is its hair-root and scalp-focused approach! The formula is designed for fine Asian hair, with Gentiana helping to repair the hair roots, moisturise and condition the hair, and stabilise the overall scalp and hair condition.
Best for: Fine, coloured hair when you want to look after the roots and scalp while maintaining your colour.
๐ "My Hair Is Dyed, But My Scalp Still Gets Oily So Fast"
Fresh colour doesn't magically stop an oily scalp, especially when you're dealing with Malaysia's heat and humidity. ๐ฎ๐จ
So we recommend KAFEN Herbal Extract Artemisia Shampoo. Unlike the other options here, Artemisia is more focused on oil control, deep scalp cleansing and scalp odour, making it useful when your biggest problem isn't damaged hair but roots that start feeling greasy and less fresh between washes.
Best for: Coloured hair with an oily, sweaty or less-fresh scalp, especially if your roots tend to get greasy quickly.
๐ "My Colour Looks Great, But My Hair Feels SO Dry"
Go for KAFEN Snail Restore Shampoo.
Snail Restore is particularly relevant for dry, damaged, split-end and overprocessed hair, including hair that has been permed or coloured. Its focus on moisture and repair makes it a stronger choice when colouring has left your hair feeling rough, dry or less manageable.
Because there's absolutely no point having the perfect chocolate brown if your ends feel like a broom.
The Best DIY Hair Colour Is the One That Still Looks Good Weeks Later
That little “OMG, I actually did this myself” moment when you first see your finished colour? That’s a great feeling and you don’t need to splurge at an expensive hair salon to get it done.
But a successful at-home colour isn't only about how your hair looks on Day 1. Let’s recap:
- Prepare properly
- Don't rush your application
- Be (super) realistic about your starting colour and look after your hair once you're finished.
- Then let your KAFEN routine match what your hair actually needs.
Grey roots creeping in? KAFEN Forest Herb Extract Hair Color Shampoo Treatment can fit into your at-home touch-up routine.
Trying to maintain your colour? Look at Gentiana Scabra.
Hair regularly goes through colouring or perming? Absolute Hair Care Series might suit your routine better.
Ends feeling dry after your little transformation? Snail Restore is worth a look.
Because we absolutely support the “new hair, new me” moment. We just want your new hair to still look good after the Instagram photo. ๐โ๏ธ
Frequently Asked Questions About Dyeing Your Hair At Home
Can I Use Hair Colour Shampoo Every Time I Wash My Hair?
Not necessarily. Once you've achieved your desired colour, you can return to your normal hair routine and use your colour treatment again when a touch-up is needed, following the product instructions.
Should I Dye My Whole Head When My Roots Grow Out?
If your lengths still look good, you may only need to focus on the regrowth. This also avoids unnecessarily processing hair that has already been coloured.
Why Does My Hair Feel So Dry After Colouring?
Chemical colouring can leave hair feeling drier or rougher, especially after repeated treatments. Be gentler with your hair and add more conditioning or moisture-focused care to your routine.
Which KAFEN Shampoo Is Good for Maintaining Dyed Hair?
KAFEN Gentiana Scabra and Acid Hair Color Preserve Shampoo are the most directly relevant options when maintaining your colour is the main priority.
Can I Still Straighten My Hair After Dyeing It?
Yes, but use heat protection and avoid unnecessarily high temperatures. Throwing in a few heat-free hair days can also give chemically treated hair a break.
How Do I Hide Grey Roots Without Colouring My Entire Head?
Focus your colour application on visible regrowth rather than automatically recolouring your lengths. KAFEN Forest Herb Extract Hair Color Shampoo Treatment is one option designed for at-home white and grey hair coverage.
