by Jessica Hosley

Created on: June 28, 2009   Last Updated: July 02, 2009

Traditionally, coloring hair has been seen as a woman's beauty ritual, something many men would be embarrassed to attempt. A man might be afraid of negative reactions by those around him: his friends, coworkers, possibly his family teasing him that he is getting old. More men color their hair now, despite what you may believe, men of all ages and varieties. It is very easy to go out and purchase a hair color product to do it yourself or with the help of someone you trust. Below are a few tips to help you get started.

First of all, you have to go out and buy that hair color. Do not be afraid! Most people in retail have seen many men buy hair color, they will not laugh at you. In fact, many companies teach their employees to never make a rude or negative comment about a customer's purchase. That might lose the sale, and they certainly would not want to do that. Some stores have a beauty department with an employee waiting there who to assist or answer any question. Do not hesitate to ask, especially if you are unsure about exactly what type, brand, or color to choose.

There are several brands that are made specifically for men, the most popular being Just For Men. They have two types of hair color; one regular hair color and one specifically for facial hair. They even have a line of color that leaves a little gray for a more natural look. The coloring products made for men are great because they have the amount a man would need in colors he would want. They are formulated for men, and take minimal time to apply. If, for some reason, the selection is not enough for you, it is possible to use a woman's hair color, just read the directions in the package.

There are three types of coloring products: Semi-permanent, Demi-permanent, and Permanent. Semi-permanent lasts through about 5 shampoos and is a great option if you are not sure what color to go for. Demi-permanent lasts 20- 28 shampoos and is typically seen as safer because of the lack of ammonia. Permanent is just that, though you will want to recolor every six weeks to maintain your new look.

As far as colors go, choose a shade that is close to your natural hair color. To avoid looking fake, do not choose a color that is more than two or three shades darker than your natural color. Doing so will wash you out and possibly make you look older. Also, do not try to go more than two or three levels lighter than natural, it most likely will not take and could cause a rather ugly result.

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