{"id":11115,"date":"2022-03-29T22:23:18","date_gmt":"2022-03-29T22:23:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.styleseat.com\/blog\/?p=11115"},"modified":"2022-03-29T22:23:18","modified_gmt":"2022-03-29T22:23:18","slug":"how-much-cost-bleach-hair","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.styleseat.com\/blog\/how-much-cost-bleach-hair\/","title":{"rendered":"How Much Does It Cost to Bleach Your Hair?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>It can cost between $54 and $400 to get your hair bleached. We know what you\u2019re thinking \u2014 you\u2019ve seen bleaching kits online for $12 or less, so why is this range so high?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if you get an at-home kit, you\u2019ll still need supplies to keep your bathroom and your skin safe. Think rags, gloves, and heavy-duty cleaners. At the salon, you\u2019re paying for your colorist\u2019s expertise, their professional-grade products, and your overall experience at the salon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to bleaching, you\u2019ll also need to spend on either supplies or salon services to even out your hair color and correct ashy or brassy colors. Aftercare and touch-up appointments are another set of costs you need to budget for after your first bleaching session.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bleaching and dyeing your hair is a big financial and time commitment, but the end result is definitely worth it once you finally get to your dream color. With such a big price range, we know you\u2019re wondering how much it costs to bleach your own hair. We\u2019ll cover everything you should consider before <a href=\"https:\/\/www.styleseat.com\/m\/?utm_source=wordpress&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=home&amp;utm_content=booking_a_professional_bleaching_service\">booking a professional bleaching service<\/a> or buying supplies for a DIY attempt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-much-does-it-cost-to-bleach-and-dye-your-hair-at-a-salon\">How much does it cost to bleach and dye your hair at a salon?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Professional hair bleaching can cost between $150 to $400. Your hair\u2019s starting color, your hair length, your hair coloring history, and the shade you want to achieve all impact the cost. For example, long black hair can take more than one session to get to a light brown. Other price-impacting factors include your stylist\u2019s level of expertise and the salon\u2019s location.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you get your hair professionally bleached, your appointment will also typically include services to color and tone your hair. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.johnfrieda.com\/en-us\/blog\/blonde-hair\/hair-toner-101\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Toning<\/a> can cost $50 to $70, while <a href=\"https:\/\/www.styleseat.com\/blog\/how-much-cost-to-dye-hair\/\">hair coloring can cost<\/a> $75 to $200 depending on the technique. For example, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.styleseat.com\/blog\/how-much-balayage-cost\/?utm_source=wordpress&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=balayage_cost&amp;utm_content=balayage_prices\">balayage prices<\/a> can reach up to $450 or more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-are-the-benefits-of-going-to-a-salon\">What are the benefits of going to a salon?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Although it costs more to bleach your hair at the salon than at home, the care and safety you get in return are worth the money. If you mess up at home, you\u2019ll probably need to go to the salon anyway to fix your hair. You\u2019ll also need to spend on products to heal your hair and scalp. The healing process itself can take a long time and prevent you from getting chemical treatments until your hair is healthy again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Below are a few perks of getting your hair professionally bleached:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Care advice <\/strong>if your hair isn\u2019t healthy enough for bleach<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Recommendations<\/strong> for shades that fit your hair goals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Salon-grade <\/strong>products and professional tools<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Expertise<\/strong> to correctly and safely apply the bleach<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Better chances of getting your desired color<\/strong> with a professional than at home<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Even application <\/strong>throughout your hair<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Aftercare tips <\/strong>and product recommendations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Low chances of damage or correction <\/strong>needed afterward<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Solutions offered afterward<\/strong> if you don\u2019t end up with a color you like<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1560\" height=\"1040\" src=\"https:\/\/www.styleseat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/hair-getting-bleached-at-salon.jpg\" alt=\"close up on person\u2019s dark blonde hair while stylist applies bleach to a section of their hair\" class=\"wp-image-11117\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.styleseat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/hair-getting-bleached-at-salon.jpg 1560w, https:\/\/www.styleseat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/hair-getting-bleached-at-salon-856x571.jpg 856w, https:\/\/www.styleseat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/hair-getting-bleached-at-salon-1140x760.jpg 1140w, https:\/\/www.styleseat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/hair-getting-bleached-at-salon-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.styleseat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/hair-getting-bleached-at-salon-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.styleseat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/hair-getting-bleached-at-salon-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.styleseat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/hair-getting-bleached-at-salon-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.styleseat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/hair-getting-bleached-at-salon-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1560px) 100vw, 1560px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-much-does-it-cost-to-bleach-your-hair-at-home\">How much does it cost to bleach your hair at home?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can expect to pay $54 to $290 if you\u2019re bleaching your own hair at home. The cost of bleaching your hair at home is impacted by many of the same factors that influence salon costs. The main difference is that you get to choose the quality and size of the products you use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A bigger product size may be worth it if you\u2019re planning to regularly dye your hair at home. Your end goal can also help you decide how much product you\u2019ll need. For instance, it\u2019s probably worth it to get a big tub of bleach if you want to go from jet black to platinum blonde.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some supplies you\u2019ll need to bleach your hair at home, along with some general price ranges:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th><strong>Item<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Purpose<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Cost range<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Hair clips<\/strong><\/td><td>Section off your hair<\/td><td>$2-$15+<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Bleach and tint brushes<\/strong><\/td><td>Apply product to hair; normally comes with kits<\/td><td>$2-$15+ if purchased separately<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.totalbeauty.com\/content\/blog\/hair-developer-tbk-170810\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Developer<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/a><\/td><td>Helps hair color deposit into your hair<\/td><td>$3-$20+<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Heavy-duty cleaners<\/strong><\/td><td>Clean up spills and stains<\/td><td>$4-$35+<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Bleach<\/strong><\/td><td>Lighten your hair&nbsp;<\/td><td>$4 to $45+<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Shampoo<\/strong><\/td><td>Wash the bleach out of your hair<\/td><td>$5-$20+<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Hair foil<\/strong><\/td><td>Help section off hair for bleach and other products<\/td><td>$5-$30+<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Mixing bowls<\/strong><\/td><td>To hold bleach, hair color, and other products used; normally comes with kits<\/td><td>$6-$25+ if purchased separately<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gloves.com\/blogs\/news\/hair-dye-gloves\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Nitrile gloves<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td>Protect hands while handling the bleach and other chemicals<\/td><td>$7-$20+<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Hair color<\/strong><\/td><td>Colors hair after bleach<\/td><td>$7-$30+<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Toner<\/strong><\/td><td>Corrects hair color<\/td><td>$9-$35+<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Old rags, towels, or T-shirts<\/strong><\/td><td>Cover up the surrounding area and your body<\/td><td>Varies<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>You probably won\u2019t have hair developer or toner lying around the house, but you can save some money by using whatever you do have at home.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although bleaching your hair at home is a good way to save money, you should invest in quality products to keep your hair safe. Products from your local grocery store differ in quality compared to products from a beauty supply store. You also need to budget for the cost of caring for your hair and maintaining your color.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-are-the-benefits-of-bleaching-your-hair-at-home\">What are the benefits of bleaching your hair at home?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The main benefit of bleaching at home is the time and money you\u2019ll save by doing it yourself instead of going to the salon. You\u2019ll still spend a lot of time learning the process and researching products, but you\u2019ll save yourself the stress of getting to appointments on time and sitting at the salon for hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These are some of the benefits you\u2019ll enjoy when you choose to bleach your hair at home:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Save money upfront <\/strong>by foregoing high costs you\u2019ll find at salons<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Save money over time<\/strong> if you can get the process right and know how to get the most value out of your supplies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Use bleaching kits<\/strong> that come with most supplies you\u2019ll need<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Avoid seeing stylists<\/strong> who may not know how to work with your type of hair<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>All of that said, we recommend exercising caution when bleaching at home. At-home bleaching puts you at risk of seriously burning your scalp, damaging your hair, and damaging your belongings at home. It\u2019s especially tough if you\u2019re doing it by yourself without any help to get the hard-to-reach parts of your hair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You may even need to go to the salon anyway if you end up with a color you don\u2019t like. Trust us \u2014 if bleaching is hard at home, you\u2019ll probably find <a href=\"https:\/\/www.johnfrieda.com\/en-us\/blog\/blonde-hair\/what-is-hair-color-correction\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">color correcting<\/a> even harder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re confident that you can do it yourself, we recommend consulting with a hair colorist so they can evaluate your hair and give you other tips before you make your attempt. It may also be easier to do it at home if you let them do your first bleaching session. This gives you the chance to see how it\u2019s done and ask them questions about the process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-much-is-hair-bleach\">How much is hair bleach?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Hair bleach can cost anywhere from $4 to $45+ depending on what type of bleach you\u2019re buying and any special ingredients or properties in their formulas. For example, some hair bleach products contain pigments to neutralize unwanted tones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Below are the main types of bleach you\u2019ll find:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bleach powder<\/strong> can cost anywhere from $4 to $35 depending on how many packs or how big of a tub you buy. Powder is more effective than creme and can get you more bang for your buck, but you run the risk of inhaling the bleach particles.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Creme bleach, also called creme lightener, <\/strong>can cost $4 to $25. It\u2019s less intense than powder and can contain nourishing ingredients for your scalp and hair. However, it\u2019s not as effective as powder bleach.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bleaching kits<\/strong> can cost anywhere from $9 to $45. They\u2019ll come with all of the supplies you\u2019ll need so you don\u2019t have to buy everything separately.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1560\" height=\"1040\" src=\"https:\/\/www.styleseat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/at-home-bleach-prep.jpg\" alt=\"person mixing bleach in a bowl inside their house on top of a wooden table\" class=\"wp-image-11118\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.styleseat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/at-home-bleach-prep.jpg 1560w, https:\/\/www.styleseat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/at-home-bleach-prep-856x571.jpg 856w, https:\/\/www.styleseat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/at-home-bleach-prep-1140x760.jpg 1140w, https:\/\/www.styleseat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/at-home-bleach-prep-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.styleseat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/at-home-bleach-prep-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.styleseat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/at-home-bleach-prep-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.styleseat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/at-home-bleach-prep-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.styleseat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/at-home-bleach-prep-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1560px) 100vw, 1560px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-can-you-do-before-bleaching-your-hair-to-get-the-most-value\">What can you do before bleaching your hair to get the most value?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.naturallycurly.com\/curlreading\/home\/5-steps-to-prep-your-hair-for-bleaching-si\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">prepare your hair for bleaching<\/a> by growing out your natural hair color, refraining from washing it before your appointment, and nourishing your hair. The state of your hair makes a big difference in how well it can hold up against bleach and other chemicals.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Below are a few things you can do before your appointment to help your hair hold onto color longer:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Do a consultation with your hair colorist <\/strong>so they can advise you on any prep needed and what\u2019s realistic to achieve with your hair. Be honest with your hair coloring and other hair history so they can give you their best recommendations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Grow your natural hair color out<\/strong> so your colorist has an even base to work on. It\u2019s harder to work with multiple hair colors, so completely growing out your natural color makes it easier on your colorist.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.styleseat.com\/blog\/deep-conditioning-tutorial\/?utm_source=wordpress&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=deep_conditioning_tutorial&amp;utm_content=deep_condition\"><strong>Deep condition<\/strong><\/a><strong> your hair before <\/strong>your appointment since it\u2019ll dry out after it&#8217;s exposed to bleach.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pause on heat styling<\/strong> to give your hair a break before it\u2019s exposed to bleach.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Don\u2019t wash your hair for 24-48 hours prior to your session <\/strong>to give your scalp time to produce natural oils and protect itself from damage.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Budget for upcoming costs <\/strong>so you can purchase all of the aftercare products you\u2019ll need.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ask for a <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/hair-dye-reactions\/#:~:text=Patch%20test&amp;text=This%20usually%20involves%20dabbing%20a,do%20not%20use%20the%20product.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>patch test<\/strong><\/a><strong> with the products <\/strong>at least a day or so before to see if you\u2019re allergic to any of them.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-long-does-the-bleaching-process-take\">How long does the bleaching process take?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Bleaching can take one to three hours depending on your base color. Add another hour or so on top of that if you\u2019re getting your hair dyed and styled. You may also need to come back to the salon or do another session at home to get your dream color.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Multiple sessions are sometimes necessary since you can\u2019t bleach your hair multiple times in one session. You\u2019ll end up with extremely damaged hair if you put it through more than it can handle.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bleaching your hair can cost a lot in both money and time. That\u2019s all the more reason to consider your time budget as well as your finances before you get this service done.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-much-does-aftercare-cost\">How much does aftercare cost?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Aftercare can cost anywhere from $6 to $400 depending on what you\u2019re willing to pay to care for your hair. You\u2019ll likely need to change up your usual hair routine and invest in more products to maintain your color and moisturize your hair. Your hair will be dry after bleaching and will need extra nourishment so that it looks and feels healthy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are a few things you\u2019ll need to budget for after you bleach your hair:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.styleseat.com\/blog\/how-to-touch-up-your-roots-at-home\/?utm_source=wordpress&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=touch_up_roots&amp;utm_content=root_touch_ups\"><strong>Root touch-ups<\/strong><\/a> can cost between $50 and $75.<strong> <\/strong>Root touch-ups focus on dyeing hair at the roots to cover up new growth. You can expect to go every two to four weeks depending on how fast your hair grows.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/gooddyeyoung.com\/does-color-safe-shampoo-really-work\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Color-safe shampoo<\/strong><\/a><strong> and conditioner <\/strong>can cost between $6 and $50+. These products are designed to help you maintain your hair color.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hair masks, deep conditioners, and other at-home hair care products<\/strong> can cost between $10 and $60+. All of these products will keep your hair healthy and moisturized.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.styleseat.com\/blog\/what-is-a-keratin-treatment\/?utm_source=wordpress&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=what_keratin_treatment&amp;utm_content=keratin\"><strong>Keratin<\/strong><\/a><strong> and other salon treatments<\/strong> can cost between $200 and $400. These luxury services can give your hair even more nourishment than you can get with at-home care.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Some treatments, like deep conditioning, are simple enough to do at home. You can also get salon-grade products at a price. Services like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.styleseat.com\/blog\/keratin-treatment-cost\/?utm_source=wordpress&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=keratin_treatment_cost&amp;utm_content=keratin_treatments_can_cost\">keratin treatments can cost<\/a> a lot but are safer to do at a salon.  Compare the time and money you\u2019ll spend researching these products and doing treatments yourself to how much you\u2019ll spend by going to the salon. This can help you see what\u2019s really the best value.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-much-does-it-cost-to-dye-your-hair-blonde-and-maintain-it\">How much does it cost to dye your hair blonde and maintain it?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.styleseat.com\/blog\/blonde-hair-color-ideas-and-care-tips\/?utm_source=wordpress&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=blonde_hair_ideas&amp;utm_content=dyeing_your_hair_blonde\">Dyeing your hair blonde<\/a> can cost up to $200 or more. Bleach is the first step for most people who want to lighten their hair and get their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.styleseat.com\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-go-blonde\/?utm_source=wordpress&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=cost_blonde&amp;utm_content=dream_blonde_shade\">dream blonde shade<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Just like bleach aftercare, you can expect to invest money in touch-up appointments, color-safe hair care products, and other supplies and appointments to keep your hair healthy. For blonde hair, you\u2019ll also need to invest in a good <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pureology.com\/blog\/haircare-tips-tricks\/why-you-need-a-purple-shampoo.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">purple shampoo<\/a> to fight brassiness and maintain your color.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1140\" height=\"760\" src=\"https:\/\/www.styleseat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/woman-with-bleached-bob-1140x760.jpg\" alt=\"woman with bleached bob, wearing a denim jacket and printed top, sitting against a brick wall and looking to the right\" class=\"wp-image-11120\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.styleseat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/woman-with-bleached-bob-1140x760.jpg 1140w, https:\/\/www.styleseat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/woman-with-bleached-bob-856x571.jpg 856w, https:\/\/www.styleseat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/woman-with-bleached-bob-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.styleseat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/woman-with-bleached-bob-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.styleseat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/woman-with-bleached-bob-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.styleseat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/woman-with-bleached-bob-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.styleseat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/woman-with-bleached-bob-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.styleseat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/woman-with-bleached-bob.jpg 1560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1140px) 100vw, 1140px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-much-does-it-cost-for-men\">How much does it cost for men?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Costs can also range from $54 to $400 for men. Price shouldn\u2019t differ between men and women since factors like hair length and base color impact all genders the same way. Although the process is the same, it\u2019s best to find a colorist who\u2019s worked with hair similar to yours. For example, if you want to bleach your beard, you should find someone who\u2019s done that before.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-can-hair-go-back-to-normal-after-bleaching\">Can hair go back to normal after bleaching?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Bleach permanently strips color from your hair. To get back to your original color, you\u2019ll need to dye your hair again or wait until your natural hair color has grown out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Restoring your hair\u2019s health will take some time and money after your initial bleaching session. You should space out and limit chemical treatments to give your hair time to heal. Paying for conditioning treatments can also help your hair get back to its healthier state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-should-you-consider-before-bleaching-your-hair\">What should you consider before bleaching your hair?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You should first consider if your dream color is in your budget, if you can afford the time and money it takes to care for your hair afterward, and if your hair can handle the bleach and other chemicals needed to achieve your color.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ask yourself these questions before you book your first hair bleaching appointment or buy your first kit:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Do I need to bleach my hair<\/strong> to get <a href=\"https:\/\/www.styleseat.com\/blog\/what-color-dye-hair\/?utm_source=wordpress&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=what_color_hair&amp;utm_content=the_color_i_want\">the color I want<\/a>?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Am I willing to commit to multiple bleaching and coloring sessions<\/strong> to get my dream color?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Is my hair healthy enough<\/strong> to handle bleach?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Do I understand how bleach<\/strong> will affect my hair?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Can I get my hair to a healthier state<\/strong> so that I can bleach it?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Am I okay with a lighter color,<\/strong> even if it\u2019s not exactly what I want?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Is it worth the time I\u2019ll spend researching products and bleaching my hair myself<\/strong> if it means saving myself the time and money I\u2019d spend at the salon?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Can I commit to aftercare<\/strong> to maintain the color and my hair\u2019s health?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Do I have the time to make my touch-up appointments<\/strong> or at-home coloring sessions?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Do I have room in my budget<\/strong> for all of the appointments and hair care products I\u2019ll need?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Can I find a hair colorist<\/strong> <strong>I trust<\/strong> to handle my hair and get me to my dream color?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1560\" height=\"1040\" src=\"https:\/\/www.styleseat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/woman-with-short-bleached-hair.jpg\" alt=\"woman with short bleached hair, wearing a white top, looking away and smiling\" class=\"wp-image-11122\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.styleseat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/woman-with-short-bleached-hair.jpg 1560w, https:\/\/www.styleseat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/woman-with-short-bleached-hair-856x571.jpg 856w, https:\/\/www.styleseat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/woman-with-short-bleached-hair-1140x760.jpg 1140w, https:\/\/www.styleseat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/woman-with-short-bleached-hair-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.styleseat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/woman-with-short-bleached-hair-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.styleseat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/woman-with-short-bleached-hair-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.styleseat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/woman-with-short-bleached-hair-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.styleseat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/woman-with-short-bleached-hair-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1560px) 100vw, 1560px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Bleach is damaging to hair and not a decision to make lightly. 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