There are many myths about hair dye and pregnancy in the market and on the Internet. Some Hong Kong mothers believe that if they dye their hair during pregnancy, it will harm the baby. Others believe that it is completely safe to do so. Which one is correct? In this blog, we will explore the truth about hair dye and pregnancy. We will discuss the effects, risks and solutions of dyeing hair during pregnancy, provide some tips, and recommend how to take care of your hair during pregnancy.
Let’s hear what the experts say: Can I dye my hair while pregnant?
Tips for hair care during pregnancy
During pregnancy, it is important to maintain a healthy diet and supplement with specific vitamins. During this period, a major source of nutrition will be protein, which helps keep your hair strong. Protein-rich foods are: milk, eggs, meat, walnuts… These can all make delicious and nutritious meals!
Why can’t you dye/perm your hair when you are pregnant?
1) Hair dye
It is important to be aware of the changes that occur during pregnancy. One of the changes during pregnancy is that the mother’s physical constitution may change and she may have an allergic reaction. These chemicals will stimulate their body to produce adverse reactions, causing them to feel uncomfortable or even painful. Another theory is that the chemical components in hair dye may affect the blood vessels from the scalp, affecting the future development and health of the unborn child of the pregnant mother. Of course, this is not certain and the impact varies from person to person.
2) Increase the burden on the scalp
The condition of a woman’s hair can change dramatically during pregnancy due to hormonal changes. In some cases, hair may become coarse and/or fall out, and a perm can put additional stress on an already tired scalp – which can make matters worse.
Consumer Council recommends tips on hair dyeing
If you want to know more about hair dye products on the market, it is recommended to go to the Consumer Council for more information. You can also watch the following clip to see the Consumer Council’s recommended hair dyeing tips!
Can’t dye your hair during pregnancy – recommended solutions
1) Use natural plant dyes
To be frank, the coloring degree of natural plant dyes on the market is generally low, because the dyes mainly rely on the pigments contained in the plants themselves, so the coloring degree is not as long-lasting as that of general dyes. However, it is safer to not use chemical hair dye ingredients. It is recommended to avoid contact with the hair roots and scalp as much as possible when using. There are many different brands of natural hair dyes on the market. It is recommended that mothers carefully read the ingredient list before purchasing.
2) Temporary dye
Most of its ingredients are natural pigments or plant dyes that attach to the scales of the hair as larger molecules, making it look like you have been dyeing your hair all week!
