The hair dye I used vs. how it turned out! 💜😈

2025/8/23 Edited to

... Read moreI'd been dreaming of vibrant purple hair for ages, and after endless scrolling through inspo pics, I finally decided to take the plunge! My heart was set on a deep, rich violet, and every review pointed towards Arctic Fox. I heard so many good things about their semi-permanent dyes being gentle and having great color payoff, so I knew that was the brand for me. Walking into the store, I was thrilled to see all the different shades. I ultimately settled on Arctic Fox's 'Purple AF' because I wanted that intense, vivid violet. You know those iconic purple bottles? I grabbed a large one. I also spotted some smaller pink and silver bottles, which got me thinking about possibly toning or adding highlights later, but for this first go, purple was the priority. It's truly a game-changer having such accessible semi-permanent hair color options that are also vegan and cruelty-free. The application process was surprisingly straightforward, even for a DIYer like me. I made sure my hair was clean and dry first. I sectioned it carefully, making sure to saturate every strand, especially around my purple bangs to get that really vibrant pop. The dye itself smells sweet, which is a huge plus – no harsh chemical fumes! I left it on for a bit longer than recommended, about 45 minutes, because I really wanted the color to grab and last. I also paid extra attention to distributing it evenly to avoid any patchy spots. Rinsing it out was the moment of truth, and let me tell you, I was absolutely thrilled! My hair, which was previously a dull brown, transformed into the most beautiful, vibrant, wavy purple I could have imagined. The color was incredibly rich and even, and my purple bangs looked absolutely stunning. It felt soft and healthy, too, which isn't always the case with dyes. For anyone wondering, 'is Arctic Fox hair dye good?', my personal experience is a resounding YES. The intensity of the 'Purple AF' shade is just incredible, and I've received so many compliments already. It truly delivers on its promise of vivid, long-lasting color for a semi-permanent dye. To keep my new violet locks looking fresh, I've been washing my hair with cold water and using color-safe shampoo and conditioner. I also try to limit how often I wash it. I'm already planning my next touch-up, and maybe I'll even try mixing in a bit of that silver hair dye next time to create a cooler tone. If you're contemplating a bold color change, especially purple, I highly recommend Arctic Fox – it's been an amazing journey from the moment I saw those hair dye bottles to rocking my new look!

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As hair dresser I love seeing people use attic fox rather then splat! Also your hair looks beautiful

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