Natural Hair Coloring

"There is a long history of using plants and other natural pigments to change hair color according to the fashion of the time. Drawing from her years of experience using natural colorants in her eco-salon, first-time author Shahin explains the benefits of herbal products to color hair. The author’s approach encompasses the basics of human hair, properties of chemical dyes vs. natural pigments, and the properties and uses of four natural colorants—henna, indigo, amla, and cassia. Technique and mixes of colorants are carefully explained, making the process accessible to beginners. A fantastic collection of case studies highlights particular hair issues and how the natural dyeing process addresses those problems, with clear and insightful illustrations throughout. Tips, troubleshooting, and cautions are well placed and extremely useful. There’s even a section on how to wrap turbans to cover your hair while the color sets. ­VERDICT This highly recommended, comprehensive guide ties together fine instruction and great illustrations to create a distinct offering for readers interested in alternative hair-dyeing techniques." -Library Journal, Starred Review