Bleaching your full head of hair is a refreshing, bold way to change up your look.

To be clear, bleach is very different from hair dye.

“Bleach is used for lightening hair (to strip the pigment from your hair shaft) …

Hands brushing bleach onto parted hair

However, these fun colors can have some not-so-fun side effects.

PerHealthline,bleach is made from a mixture of strong chemicals.

Not only that, but if done incorrectly, it can lead to chemical burns on the scalp.

hands in latex gloves mixing hair dye

Here is what you’re gonna wanna know before you bleach your tresses.

Secondly, you’ll want to avoid washing your hair for two to three days before your salon.

Woman looking concerned at scalp