how to apply indigo powder on hair - #24040
I am dealing with pretty unruly hair lately and have been looking into natural ways to manage that. I’ve heard a lot about indigo powder and its benefits. I wanna go the natural route, so I really wanna know how to apply indigo powder on hair properly. My cousin used it last week and said it made her hair super shiny, but she didn't explain the process well. I have a lot of grays showing up too, and I heard that indigo powder can help with that as well, but I’m not sure about the mixing part. Do I need to do a prep like some blending with water or something? I worry about ruining my hair because I’ve had too many bad dye experiences in the past. Is there a specific way to mix it? Like, do i leave it on for a long time or just a short bit? Honestly, I’m kinda nervous about how to apply indigo powder on hair without messing it up! Any tips or personal stories would really help, or is there like a specific ratio I need to follow? Really wanna make this work, because I want healthier looking hair but I am also scared, you know? Thanks!
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