Shampoozada: learn how to lighten your hair with this technique

Shampoozada is a gentle discoloration technique used to clean unwanted pigments from the hair. This deep cleaning will get the old color out of your hair and prepare it for a new color.

This technique can also be used to repair a coloring error or discoloration that was made in your hair, as it can open up to 2 tones in the wires, depending on how long you let it act.

We also spoke with the hairdresser Carla Visintini to clarify some doubts regarding the shampoo. Know what you should and shouldn’t do:

How to shampoo?

With just a few ingredients, which you already have at home, you can make this technique for cleaning your hair. It’s very simple and fast, check it out:

Ingredients

• bleaching powder
• Hydrogen peroxide
• Neutral or regular shampoo

Step by step

1. Always using the same meter, place a measure of bleaching powder in a container;
2. Add two measures of hydrogen peroxide. The volume will depend on the situation of the wires. For more fragile hair, such as platinum, use volume 10 hydrogen peroxide. For healthier hair, use volume 20;
3. Add two measures of traditional or neutral shampoo;
4. Mix well;
5. Apply to wet hair and massage in for about 15 to 30 minutes. The time can also vary according to the desired tone. Pay attention to the hair, when you see that it has reached the expected color, rinse immediately.

Very easy, right? But be very careful, you should not leave it on your hair for too long. If you feel insecure, look for your hairdresser and have the procedure done at the salon.

Avoid using anti-residue shampoo in shampoozada, as it can damage your hair.

Who is it for?

How to know if shampooing is a good technique to face the problem in your hair? Carla gave some tips for you to identify.

Shampoozada is indicated for cleaning the color of the wires, so that it can receive a coloring again and it lasts longer. It is ideal for blondes who have had their hair turned green by chlorine or sea water. As well as for those who have lead, dull and gray hair or who have excess pigmentation or some toning product.

It is even recommended for those who have not had any major problems with colored hair, such as a faded dye. Before touching up the color, it is recommended to shampoo.

Carla also remembers that it only works when the pigment is on the surface of the hair, in the cuticle. In more intense cases, shampooing will have no effect.

Does shampooing on virgin hair work?

If shampooing is a milder bleaching technique, can it be used to bleach dye-virgin strands?

According to Carla, the concentration of bleach and peroxide is too low to have an effect on natural hair. This process can damage the hair, as it is an alkaline product, and not discolor the hair, as expected.

For an effect similar to shampooing on natural hair, a traditional bleaching or toning is indicated. Because shampoozada works only for color cleaning, since it has no color added to this thread, this technique will not work.

Testimonials from those who have already tried the shampoozada

To prove to you that shampooing really works, see 3 videos of youtubers who have tried and approved the technique.

Shampoozada to remove the black tone of the hair, by Eny Marques

In this video, Eny shows you how to remove an unwanted pigment from a coloring that didn’t work or didn’t please you. To damage your hair less, you can opt for a neutral or low poo shampoo.

Enhancing color with shampoo and coloring, by Elidiana Albuquerque

Elidiana used the shampoo to lighten the hair and make it better to receive the dye. That way the color is more vivid and lasting on the wires. The tip she gives about the care with the chemistry of the products is very nice. Remember: if in doubt, look for a professional.

From red to red, by Natasha Rattacasso

Want to tone down some hair tones without damaging it too much? This video by Natasha is ideal for you. She still opts for a low poo shampoo and a smaller amount of bleaching powder, which worked the same way and damaged hair less.

Shampoo can help a lot in the recovery of a color or prepare for a new one, but it can also be harmful if used incorrectly and abusively.

Handle your hair responsibly. And always seek professional help, sometimes good advice can save your hair!