Transforming your hair into an entirely different color is a huge commitment. It’s one that cannot be fixed immediately, and you have no clue how it will look until it is way too late. I knew all the potential repercussions like the back of my hand, as my family constantly reminded me to never, ever dye my hair. However, one thing that always seemed to be stuck in my head is — yes, you can immediately regret dying your hair, but it could transform you into the person you always wanted to be.
Well, finally after almost 21 years I summoned the courage to do something I always wanted to do — dye my hair an entirely different color.
The Final Decision
I debated on what color to dye my hair a countless amount of time for literally years. I loved the idea of grey or pink, but it just wasn’t enough. I told myself if I was going to dye my hair, I would have to really go for it. After all, this is monumental. Plus, I knew no matter what everyone wouldn’t like it, so might as well choose exactly what I truly want.
Finally, I found the perfect color — a color that’s bold, but not too crazy. A color that will help me stray away from my icy, cold look. A color that will give me warmth, fire and the freedom to feel completely brand new. A color that genuinely feels like me. Nothing more, nothing less. I chose to go strawberry blonde/red/ginger and the results are groundbreaking. Read on to find out.
Before…
The Transformation
I cannot stress this enough — no one and I mean no one could talk me out of it. I was more confident than ever before and I strolled right into the salon with a sense of excitement for the first time in a while. My hairdresser almost fell over when I said I wanted to go an entirely different color. She sat me down and reiterated the fact that I would look very, very different. For a moment she even suggested to me a few different options that would not as big of a change for me.
I considered her options for a brief moment, then wondered why I was even considering anything she suggested. I quickly took her doubt and manifested it to motivate me even more to show everyone I trusted my own decisions. My mind was made and quite frankly the goal was to look different! She ran off to make a strawberry blonde formula and it was in that moment that I knew I either made the best decision or quite possibly the worst, yet somehow I was completely ok with it.
After…
I think it’s safe to say I absolutely fell in love with my hair. I had never felt more like myself! I was in such a happy state of disbelief for the rest of the day. It was so perfect to me and I couldn’t stop smiling all the way home.
I can’t even describe how proud I am to know I did something completely for myself and allowing myself to be bold in the pursuit of my own happiness. It was truly a liberating experience and it’s a type of self-love I never knew I needed. It has taught me that it’s okay to not be like everybody or do what everyone else does. Be the best version of yourself and allow yourself to be unique! Your greatest power is the sole fact that no one else is you, so own it.
So if you ever find yourself debating on making a major personal change, remember to always be kind to yourself and don’t be afraid to go after whatever it is you truly want. Indulge in the simple things and never stop pursuing your own pure authenticity throughout your life.
You never know who you’re inspiring.
All images provided by the author.