YAY! I took the plunge and love it!

[tcheney91]

See post 56 for the Fade Report!
I've been itching for months to do something new with my hair... so this weekend, I finally took the plunge and did what I've been wanting to do for years. I became a redhead! And I love it! Here's my original hair color:
http://forums.longhaircommunity.com/picture.php?albumid=5405&pictureid=78316

And here's the red!
http://forums.longhaircommunity.com/picture.php?albumid=5405&pictureid=78317

SHAZAM, right?

And here it is in a cinnabun:
http://forums.longhaircommunity.com/picture.php?albumid=5405&pictureid=78318

The really RED parts are my old blonde highlights. The majority of my hair is now a deep burgundy/wine color. I love it!

[yellowchariot]

That's awesome! I'm digg'n that color tone, especially with the texture of your hair! :thumbsup:

[Cleopatra18]

OMG it looks amazing!!! the bun is stunning with that colour!

[Addy]

Where are my sunglasses when I need them! :D

It's so lively! :cool:

[sugarpixie10988]

It's so pretty! I love that color, it looks great!

[tcheney91]

Thank you everyone! It's only Manic Panic, so it will gradually fade... but for now, I love it! I needed a change, and this was just what the doctor ordered.

[ericthegreat]

I LOVE your new red color! The wine/burgundy shade looks so much more healthy and shinier than the haircolor you had before. You made a wonderful new color choice. :flower:

[tcheney91]

I didn't realize that it was shinier! It totally is. I think it's because that first color shot was because I had hiked 4 miles with it in a braid and it needed to be washed... haha. But the red is definitely shiny. And it's a lot softer now, too!

[Nae]

Wow, I think I need to pick my jaw up off the floor now! What an awesome change! I am so glad you love it, enjoy every minute of it!

[little_acorn]

WOW - awesome red :D

[tcheney91]

Thanks! I'm glad everyone else agrees with me. It's definitely a BIG change, but it's fun. And heck, we all need some fun in our lives, right? haha

[kwaniesiam]

That's an awesomely huge change. What shade of MP was it?

[Luckysock]

Amazing colour! Henna?

[Wanderlust]

VERY pretty. It goes nicely with your skintone.

[Heartwillfollow]

Beautiful red !!!!

[tcheney91]

Thank you everyone. It was Vampire Red by Manic Panic, about a bottle and a half. My mom helped me, and did a really good job. Even so, I managed to dye my fingernails, toenails and ears all pink. Whoops. The tub is a mess, too.

[justgreen]

Wowzer! I love it! You know, if I could get the exact same shade as Sharon Osbourne, I'd consider it. Enjoy!

[Chrissy]

OK I'm a party pooper. I liked it better before. Don't hit me!!!!:run:

[Drynwhyl]

Really awesome! I knew it was MP the second I saw it :P
Glad you like it. Now I'm sorry I don't have my virgin hair colour so I can do this xD

[ghost]

D: The picture isn't showing up for me! Under the text there's just...nothing, not even red x's.

I really want to see your hair ;_; Vampire Red is a great color, and I'm sure it looks gorgeous on you!

[moominhapa]

WHOA. That's a change! It looks great! Makes me want to go out and do the same, considering it's temporary. Too bad I have interviews this week...

Anyway, way to do something different and exciting!

[tcheney91]

OK I'm a party pooper. I liked it better before. Don't hit me!!!!:run:

That's totally fine! I really like my natural color, too. I just needed a change. I chose a semi-perm so it can fade back to my natural color.

And sorry you can't see them... I think it's because you don't have enough posts, and they are linked from my album. Sorry!

[Kome]

That is awesome! It almost looks... dare I say it... PINK! Gah. I *heart* your hair color right now! :)

[GlassEyes]

It looks great! :D

The added shine is -probably- the darker color. It looks good though!

[tcheney91]

That is awesome! It almost looks... dare I say it... PINK! Gah. I *heart* your hair color right now! :)

Yeah, I hope it doesn't turn too pink as it fades... I had pink hair once. Not the best look for me...

[Jules diamond]

Woah! o.o So in awe.

[tcheney91]

Woah! o.o So in awe.

Hee... thanks! I still shock myself every time I walk past a mirror.

[christine1989]

Great choice of color! Your natural color is beautiful too but the bright red really makes your hair stand out. :)

[Jules diamond]

Hee... thanks! I still shock myself every time I walk past a mirror.

I can imagine! It must be so awesome though.

[Gingevere]

How fun! I love the bun with the deeper red and the bright, almost hot pink tones peeking out. It's a pretty unique look too- most people who dye their hair bright colors like that have short hair, it seems. Anyway, it's gorgeous!

[UltraBella]

It is really pretty and looks great. Your natural color was lovely also.
I am so curious how the color will fade, please don't forget to update us as it washes out !! I want to know if it has a "pink" stage or not :)

[tcheney91]

Thank you all again! I'm quite glad I kept my blonde streaks for this. It makes for great variation! And yes, I will definitely keep you updated on the fade. I'm curious, too. I really hope it doesn't go too pink...

[Oberon88]

So gorgeous! Good for you for taking the plunge

[elliebean184]

Looks great! Hope you enjoy every minute of it!

[eamane]

Wow, that looks really cool! Hope you enjoy it while it lasts :)

[Loreley]

It looks awesome! :cool:

[freckles]

that's a great colour! It's stunning :)

[BelleBot]

Oh wow, that's awesome. :D
I really should dye my hair bright again, I've just couldn't decide whether to go for red or pink. Now I'm thinking red. :p I like to alternate bright temporary colours with henna.

The blonde highlights really help to add dimension, that's a fantastic result. Let us know how it fades.

[spidermom]

I love it.

[mali]

Awesome color! :cool:

[CourtneyBee]

I will definitely mourn the loss of one of my favorite blondes on LHC but the red looks SO CUTE

[*Aoife*]

Oh wow! It's gorgeous :D

[tcheney91]

I will definitely mourn the loss of one of my favorite blondes on LHC but the red looks SO CUTE

That is SO sweet. Thank you! And to everyone else, thank you! I seriously am still in love with it. It's just pure fun.

[Sammich]

I love it! *Squeal* I was shocked when I scrolled down and saw how bright of a red it was! :p
I love your natural hair colour too. :)

[tcheney91]

I love it! *Squeal* I was shocked when I scrolled down and saw how bright of a red it was! :p
I love your natural hair colour too. :)

I was shocked when I rinsed it out, too... I had to bleach the whole tub.

[pennyroyal]

Wow that is stunning! I adore it! I ahve actually always wanted my hair that color. It's just gorgeous!

[RecklessCharlie]

I'll be a party pooper as well - I love your original colour!
But you can rock the red too! :) And it is fun to change things up.

[tcheney91]

All the people saying they want to do this... DO IT! It's so fun! And seriously, I work in a nursing home. Don't worry about it, just rock it! And thank you!

[katha]

Awesome color! And you wrote SHAZAM! Bonuspoints! :D

[tcheney91]

Heehee! Here is a sock bun I did with it today:

http://forums.longhaircommunity.com/picture.php?albumid=5405&pictureid=78358

And my cat, Hunter, disapproving of my new hair:

http://forums.longhaircommunity.com/picture.php?albumid=5405&pictureid=78359

[tinti]

Oh, what a nice color change :D It looks awesome with that cinnabun.

[Joliebaby]

That looks like great fun! Still, your natural color is gorgeous and I sighed a relief when I heard it was deposit only -color :) :) So you can have your fun with it and then hopefully it won't be too much of a pain to get rid of :D

[Jessica Trapp]

What fun! I'm gonna go get my sunglasses. :D

jes

[breezefaerie]

Such a pretty color!

[tcheney91]

That looks like great fun! Still, your natural color is gorgeous and I sighed a relief when I heard it was deposit only -color :) :) So you can have your fun with it and then hopefully it won't be too much of a pain to get rid of :D

Yep, I chose MP for that reason! I do really enjoy my natural color (it doesn't really shine, it kind of shimmers), but I needed a change! I'm glad everyone likes it. Funny thing, I sweat pink!

[tcheney91]

Here I am, 16 days later, with the Fade Report.

http://forums.longhaircommunity.com/picture.php?albumid=5405&pictureid=79485

Not too bad, but kind of orange.

[Capybara]

How did I miss this thread before :D You have one sweet haircolour there!

[tcheney91]

Haha, I'm not sure! It's pretty bright. :D It's slowly washing out, but I sure enjoyed it while it lasted.

[eezepeeze]

Wow!! What a difference!! I'm glad you're loving it!

[tcheney91]

I sure am! It make me sad every time I wash, though...

[wvgemini]

It looks like flames now :) Still very cool I think!

[tcheney91]

It looks like flames now :) Still very cool I think!

I didn't even realize that! It kind of does...

[spidermom]

I have read that these colors last longer if you rinse them out with vinegar-water before regular water. I'm going to give that a try next time I apply the Punky Red-Rose color that I have left (1/2 jar) from Easter when I gave in to my desire for fantasy color (results in a photo album if you're interested).

[Miasen]

That is one gorgeous colour! Maybe I'll have to try red the next time I dye my hair. :D Although mine never seem to get that intense or last as long though. :p

[tcheney91]

I have read that these colors last longer if you rinse them out with vinegar-water before regular water. I'm going to give that a try next time I apply the Punky Red-Rose color that I have left (1/2 jar) from Easter when I gave in to my desire for fantasy color (results in a photo album if you're interested).

I've looked at those pictures, and the results were stunning! Definitely keep me updated if you try the vinegar rinse. I still have about 3/4 of a bottle of color left... I'm not sure what to do with it. Maybe dye my dog?

[triumphator!]

WOAH! I jumped when I saw it, it is so bright! Good for you, being daring :D

[Henrietta]

Congratulations! It is always great to to something that you have always wanted! I love the effect of multiple toned red, that your highlights gave you :)

[Juanita]

Awesome very pretty

[tcheney91]

WOAH! I jumped when I saw it, it is so bright! Good for you, being daring :D

Haha, that's so funny! Sorry I shocked you!

[spidermom]

I've looked at those pictures, and the results were stunning! Definitely keep me updated if you try the vinegar rinse. I still have about 3/4 of a bottle of color left... I'm not sure what to do with it. Maybe dye my dog?

I put mine in the refrigerator and will use it again. I figure that everything lasts longer if you keep it refrigerated.

[tcheney91]

I suppose that would have been a good plan. I just left mine in the bathroom. I really do think I'm going to dye my dog. He's white...

[mariika]

wow, that was extreme... yeah, fading is the worst part... my hair looked dry and really cheap coloured after 3-4 weeks, thank god it's over. I don't even know why would I repeat the experience (but I did)
I first thought that was permanent colouring. are you happy it's not permanent or you wish you coloured it for good?

[Isa-belle]

Beautiful shade! I love the various hues you've got going.
The faded colour is very nice as well. :)

[WyrdWay]

The color turned out fantastic!!! Your bun looks like its spun hard candy!

[tcheney91]

wow, that was extreme... yeah, fading is the worst part... my hair looked dry and really cheap coloured after 3-4 weeks, thank god it's over. I don't even know why would I repeat the experience (but I did)
I first thought that was permanent colouring. are you happy it's not permanent or you wish you coloured it for good?

No, I'm totally glad it's only temporary. I don't think I could have handled having BRIGHT red hair forever. I just wanted a little (haha) change for a bit.

[yassi]

If you do dye your dog, please post pictures. * giggle *

Your hair looks awesome!

[tcheney91]

My mom said I couldn't dye the dog... :( I think it would have been fun. Oh well. And thanks!

[going gray]

WOW! your hair is gorgeous, enjoy it!

[tcheney91]

Thank you!