- SanoTint Hair Colour Q&A
- How often should I colour
my hair?
Every four to six weeks.
DOES
SANOTINT USE INTERNATIONALLY ESTABLISHED TONES?
No. Not at this time.
WHAT
SHOULD I
CONSIDER WHEN COLORING MY HAIR?
Depending on the amount of grey present in your
hair, it may
influence the choice of colour you can use. In cases
where
your hair is more than 40%-50% grey, coverage is
best
obtained by permanent hair dyes. SANOTINT hair dyes
are
permanent and will completely cover your grey.
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If your hair is
predominantly
grey, it is recommended that you choose a tint
that is
similar to your original hair colour.
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All hair samples found
in our
colour chart are created using actual locks of
total grey
hair. The final result will depend on your actual
hair colour and may differ from each person’s head
of
hair.
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When you have more
than 50%
grey hair, your selection of colour to choose from
is
greater and it is easier obtain lighter shades.
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When
you have
less than 20% grey hair and your existing hair
colour is
dark brown or black, it becomes more difficult to
obtain a
lighter shade. An enlightening kit may be used to
obtain
the desired lighter shade, for example, when
trying to
obtain a red or blond shade on a dark
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Washing your hair
before a
colouring session is not necessary however if your
hair is
particularly dirty, oily or sticky, then you can
shampoo
before a colouring session.
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ALWAYS
apply SANOTINT hair dyes on DRY
hair.
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If it is your first
session
with SANOTINT hair dyes, always apply the
dye
thoroughly from roots to tip.
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If you have grey only
in
certain areas, always start applying the colour on
those
areas first and then to your normal colour hair.
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In cases where your
grey has
grown back, start coverage from root of grey and
let stand
for 15- minutes then apply rest of the dye on
remaining
length and tips for an additional 15-minutes.
Leave in
the dye for up to 30-minutes maximum.
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Length of session can
influence the result of a dye. For example:
The
longer the dye is left on the darker the shade
will be.
The reverse effect will occur with lighter shades.
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We recommend when
dying thick
and grey hair, the length of the session should be
between
30 to 35-minutes long.
Can grey hair be colored?
Yes. SANOTINT gives total grey coverage from your
first session. Note:
Be careful when choosing red nuances, they may give a
more
intense look to grey hair.
Can the hair be colored with a lighter dye?
Yes. If you wish to change your hair to a lighter
color, it is recommended to first use the SANOTINT
Enlightening Kit to lighten your hair, and then tint
using a
lighter dye of choice, resulting in a more
shimmering
effect.
NOTE:
Two or more SANOTINT shades may be mixed together to
obtain
your personalized color. Only the Classic dyes can
be
mixed with other Classic dyes and Light with Light. DO
NOT MIX SANOTINT CLASSIC AND SANOTINT LIGHT DYES
TOGETHER.
Is there a difference between SANOTINT colors and
Herbal
colors?
Yes. SanoTint hair dyes are:
Easy to use; Dye and fixative are mixed in equal
parts; The
recommended length of each session should be no
longer than
30 minutes; The color is permanent and will not fade
with
shampooing.
How long do you apply the product on certain hair
types?
For
Blond hair: Recommended length of application for 30
min;
For Dark hair: Recommended length of application for
up to 2
hours;
Please note; the only natural herbal dye is Henna.
It comes
form the plant Lawsonie Inermis.
Natural Solutions offers both Logona and Light
Mountain
Henna Colors for those seeking all natural hair
color
products.
What are the benefits of SANOTINT Hair dyes?
They contains golden millet which is Rich in silica,
a
substance which nourishes and protects hair; they
contain
both natural and synthetic colors. A combination of
plant
extracts and very small quantities of synthetic
colors
produce an extraordinary, brilliant, healthy and
long
lasting result; and finally they do not contain
Ammonia.
Are SANOTINT dyes safe?
Yes they are. SANOTINT products are one of the
safest
products available in the market today. Only the
best
natural ingredients are selected and used in the
SANOTINT
formula. Note: It is always recommended to perform
an
allergy patch test at least 48 hours prior to
application of
the product to the scalp. For instructions on how to
perform
an allergy patch test, please refer to the “Hints:”
section
on the Instructions pamphlet found inside the
SANOTINT
package.
Will SANOTINT hair dye damage my hair?
No they will not. They contain golden millet and
natural plant extracts and other precious
substances, which
protect your hair from within, revitalizing its
durability;
Calcium Pantothenate (Provitamin B5) nourishes and
rejuvenates your hair; The combination of herb
extracts such as walnut-husk, birch and grape seeds
give
your hair an intense shine; Biotin and natural
silica,
from the Golden Millet are two vital substances,
which have
an important role in maintaining the health and
structure of
your hair; After each application your hair will
feel
soft, manageable, and easy to style.
Can SANOTINT colors be used after a permanent or
PERM?
Yes. NOTE:
Your hair will be more sensitive and the color will
penetrate the hair quicker, therefore resulting in a
darker
color and the perm may be weakened. It is
recommended that
you wait a minimum of 2 weeks from your last
permanent.
Can I perm my hair after a tinting session with a
SANOTINT
product?
Yes. NOTE:
that the resulting color may be 2 shades lighter,
therefore
it is always suggested to first perm, and then tint
but no
sooner than two weeks.
Can I use a SANOTINT dye after bleaching hair?
Yes. You may use SANOTINT dyes after bleaching, but
note since bleaching damages your hair, you should
first
wait a minimum of 2 weeks prior to the coloring
session.
If my hair has a dark pigment, how can I obtain a
lighter
shade?
If you wish to lighten your hair two to three shades
from
your present color, then SANOTINT Enlightening Kit
may be
used. (Please refer to instruction found in the
package.)
If your desire is to lighten your hair more than
three
shades it is recommend that you first use the
Enlightening
Kit and then proceed to further lighten hair with
your
chosen SANOTINT shade. (Remember to refer to the
SANOTINT
color chart for your available options).
Can I mix different SANOTINT hair dyes?
Yes. You may mix any of the shades together to
create
your own personalized color. Use your imagination!
If
you would like to add a subtle touch, red may be
added to
your brown dye.
By adding a small quantity of red dye to a blonde
shade you
may achieve a softer blonde. If you are uncertain
about your color of choice, you should first select a
lock
of hair from a grey or a light patch.
If I have unmixed product remaining can it be stored
for
future session?
Yes. If unmixed product is left over, ensure that
the
container is properly sealed tightly with the cap,
but be
sure to use it within 3 to 4 months. Always remember
to use
the dye and fixative in a 1:1 ratio.
Why is it recommended to use the SANOTINT
conditioner that
is supplied in the package and how much should I
use?
After each tinting session, it is important to use
the
SANOTINT pH 3.5 conditioner, as it has been
specially
formulated to close the pores of the hair, sealing
in the
color. SANOTINT conditioners are enriched with
nourishing
substances, which will protect, nurture and renew
your hair
after the coloring, resulting in shiny, radiant, and
incredibly soft hair. In addition it will help
prevent
breakage from brushing and split ends. Quantity
of Conditioner to Use:
For Short Hair - Use a small quantity of conditioner
the
size of a dime;
For Long Hair – Use the size of a quarter in
conditioner.
NOTE:
Quantity of conditioner can be adjusted by the
length and
fullness of hair and / or your desired preference.
Can I use SANOTINT hair dye during pregnancy or
nursing?
It is recommended that you always consult your
physician
prior to using any hair dye product. We strongly
recommend not to use SANOTINT during the first three
months
of pregnancy. We recommend that, during pregnancy
not
to use darker shades, as they contain more colorants
than
the lighter shades. We
suggest that you do not perform more than one tint
session a
month and to reduce the session time to no more than
20
minutes as a precaution. If you choose to use
SANOTINT
dye, we recommend you select a shade from our
SANOTINT Light
product line which does not contain
Para-Phenylendiammine (PPD).
If this is your first time using the SANOTINT
product line,
we suggest you ALWAYS perform an allergy patch test.
Directions for Allergy patch test can be found on
pamphlet
within packaging. When applying dye we suggest to:
Let stand for a shorter period of time; Always use
gloves;
Do not massage dye directly into scalp; At
the end of
the tinting session wash and rinse your hair
thoroughly;
To minimize staining try
applying
our Barrier Oil along the hairline and along the
earlobes.
I HAVE AN ISSUE WITH M-AMINOPHENOL AND P-AMINOPHENOL. WHAT WOULD THE PERCENTAGE BE IN THESE ITEMS?
Below are the percentages: M- aminophenol 0,1 – 0,2 P- aminophenol 0,05- 2,5
DOES SANOTINT CONTAIN METALLIC SALTS OR DERIVATIVES?
No. SanoTint is Nickel tested and does not contain any added metals. SanoTint refers their clients to the following site to learn how to test your hair color brand: http://www.keratin.com/ai/ai020.shtml
Natural
Hair Dye Facts
People have been colouring their hair using hair
dyes with
many different formulas and ingredients for
thousands of
years. Hair color can be the magic that instantly
transforms
dull mousy locks into glorious golden lights that
shimmer
and shine. It can also instantly erase years of age
by
covering gray.
While the end results of gorgeous color seem worth
it to
many people, there is no easy way to get from dull
to
dynamite without some form of coloring product.
Depending on
what you are trying to accomplish, hair-coloring
products
will almost always require the use of some form of
chemical
agents. For permanent hair dyes to work, you have to
be able
to open the hair cuticle to lighten and deposit
color.
Without this process of depositing the dye into the
cuticle,
it will wash right out during the next shampooing.
Although not all experts agree, many believe that a
leading
cause of hair color allergic reactions are related
to PPD
which is short for para-Phenylenediamine. Others
argue that
serious reactions in hair color can be linked to
ingredients
such as ammonia, peroxide or diaminobenzene.
If a hair color product claims that they do not use
PPD then
they will use something else that can be even more
damaging
like mercury, lead or other metals. Consumers often
state
that they shun products containing PPD for "safer"
alternatives like Loving Care by Clairol. Most
products that
do not use PPD may actually be more dangerous due to
the
high concentration of metals, leads and mercury.
SANOTINT
Classic and SAMOTINT Light uses none of these
harmful
ingredients and is tested to make sure none are
found within
the product.
Almost all coloring products that lighten hair
contain some
amount of hydrogen peroxide. This colorless liquid
achieves
two major actions. It will first break down the
natural
melanin in the hair shaft which instantly "lifts"
the color
of the hair making it lighter. SANOTINT uses
hydrogen
peroxide to release oxygen, which combines with the
dye
molecules and helps them to develop and deposit
color. The
depositing part is important for covering gray.
Although many people worry about the toxicity of
using
hydrogen peroxide on their hair there are more
potentially
toxic ingredients, which can be found in popular
hair dyes.
PPD
Related Reactions
PPD, p-Phenylenediamine may also be referred to as
phenylenediame, phenylenediame dihydrochloride or
benzenediamine dihydrochloride. It is also known by
the name
aminoaniline dihydrochloride.
All of the various PPD derivatives may cause
allergic
reactions in chemically sensitive individuals. The
key word
to remember is, May. Not all people will react to
PPD and
even less with have severe reactions.
Reported allergic reactions have also included
facial and
neck swelling. If swallowed, it can cause vomiting.
The
chemical may be toxic if inhaled directly and may
cause
coughing, sneezing, shortness of breath and in some
rare
cases, cyanosis (blue lips). In extreme cases
respiratory
distress has been reported. Although rare, if you
experience
any of these reactions you should seek medical
attention
immediately.
When PPD makes contact with the skin it may cause
rashes and
contact dermatitis. Eye contact may cause
irritation,
redness and pain. Corneal damage and loss of vision
has been
reported in some very isolated cases. Chronic
exposures to
PPD may affect kidney or liver function and can
cause bluish
discoloration of the lips or tongue.
Therefore, Should You or Should You Not Color?
With all of this negative information about hair
color
chemicals, does it mean that you shouldn't color
your hair?
Not necessarily. With everything in life there are
tradeoffs. Many foods that we enjoy contain
chemicals that
may have toxic implications or simply may be an
allergen,
such as peanuts, which may be deadly to a very small
percentage, but are enjoyed by many all of their
lifetime.
Do we therefore give up our favorite foods? Not
necessarily.
However, it is important to be aware of the
potential risks
with any life decisions we make whether it means
coloring
our hair or eating certain foods.
Patch
Tests: Prevention
Who should perform a patch test? Everyone, as it is
hard to
predict what ingredients may cause allergic
reactions. (SANOTINT
Classic does contain a very small amount of PPD. 0.1
to 1.6
% per volume, where SANOTINT Light contains 0.0% -
None).
People can be allergic to a wide range of
ingredients from
more natural ones like walnut to the chemical
additives. You
just never know what one person will react to that
will be
fine for the majority of others.
If you have a history of experiencing sensitivities
to hair
color formulas you should check with your primary
health
care consultant before using SANOTINT or any other
hair dye
product. Although the majority of the populace may
use
SANOTINT Colors with no problems, we always
recommends you
perform a patch test first before performing a
treatment.
How
to
Perform a Patch Test
If you have never done a patch test before it is
relatively
simple to do and will provide you with peace of mind
that
your body can handle the product ingredients with no
problem.
It is recommends that you apply a little bit of the
product
to the inside of the elbow and then leave the
mixture
uncovered for a minimum of 48 hours. The key to
doing a good
test is to leave the product uncovered.
Remember, when in doubt always discuss the use of
chemical
products with your personal physician and get their
advice.
Honesty
Is the Best Policy
SANOTINT believes that honesty is the best policy
for all
hair care consumers. We always recommend that a
patch test
is performed to become informed of your own possible
product
sensitivities, they will tell you that while it is
rare, a
small percentage may have reactions.
SANOTINT Classic does contain a small amount of PPD
(0.1 to
1.6%) in the form of Phenylenediamine. This is
significantly
less than the commercial hair color lines and most
other
natural hair dye products, that may contain as much
as 6%
PPD or more. The European Community currently
approves up to
6% of PPD for hair coloring products.
Both SANOTINT Classic and SANOTINT Light is
completely free
of ammonia, which is a known culprit in inhalation
and odor
concerns. SANOTINT makes a point of limiting the
types and
concentrations of chemicals in their SANOTINT line
as much
as possible.
Depending on the hue selected SANOTINT may also
contain
propylene glycol, EDTA, and Resorcinol. As always,
SANOTINT
tries to limit the concentrations of any of the
chemicals
that they do include in their products.
SANOTINT permanent coloring products do not lift
color but
deposit pigment, it will not help a dark haired
brunette
become a platinum blonde, and it just can't happen
with such
a mild hair dye such as SANOTINT. We want this
information
to be clear so there is no doubt on the part of the
consumer.
SANOTINT Does offer a hair lightening kit, which is
peroxide
based and will lift from one to three shades
lighter.
The unfortunate thing is that consumers need to
understand
you can’t have it both ways. A coloring product that
is as
natural and mild as possible just won't have the
lightening
and coloring powers that the chemical based hair
dyes do.
SANOTINT will
color and cover gray and will deposit color and will
not
damage and dry your hair but will rejuvenate it, as
it is
rich in conditioning properties. The hair lightening
kit is
required to achieve a lightening affect from one to
three
shades lighter.
SANOTINT
Ingredients
See our individual listing for each SanoTint product
for
full details. Here is a few descriptions of what
they
contain:
Propylene Glycol - Organic extract: Next to water,
this is
the most common moisture-carrying vehicle used in
cosmetic
formulations. It has better skin permeation than
glycerin,
and it also gives a pleasant feel with less
greasiness than
glycerin. Propylene glycol is used as humectants
since it
absorbs water from the air. It also serves as a
solvent for
antioxidants and preservatives. In addition, it has
preservative properties against bacteria and fungi
when used
in concentrations of 15% or higher. There is a
concern that
propylene glycol is an irritant at higher
concentrations,
though it appears to be quite safe at usage levels
less than
5%. The level of Propylene Glycol in SANOTINT is 1.0
% in
the Classic and 0.9 % in the Light version.
P-Phenylenediamine
– SANOTINT Classic, from 0.1 to 1.6 %, depending on
the
shade. Provides colouring for hair.
SANOTINT Light contains 0.0% (none) of the PPD
ingredient;
therefore it is limited to offering 12 shades only.
EDTA - Organic Extract (ethylendiamine tetra acetic
acid) a
preservative.
Ethanolamine - Organic Extract (not of animal
original). An
emollient.
Glycol - Organic. An emollient
Hydrogen Peroxide – Chemical: A bleaching and
oxidizing
agent. Detergent and antiseptic. Generally
recognized as a
safe preservative, germ killer, and skin bleacher in
cosmetics. If used undiluted, it can cause burns of
the skin
and mucous membranes.
Water - Water is an important skin component and is
essential for its proper functioning. It is the most
common
ingredient used in cosmetic formulations and
therefore is
generally listed first on product labels.
Resorcinol – Chemical: In very mild solutions it is
used as
an antiseptic and as a soothing preparation for
itchy skin.
In slightly higher concentrations it removes the
surface
layer of skin (the dry dead cells) and it is used in
lotions
for irritated skin and particularly in connection
with acne.
In still higher concentrations it can act as an
aggressive
surface skin exfoliates. Resorcinol can also be used
as a
preservative. While it is beneficial skin care
ingredient,
when used in low concentration, it causes irritation
in
higher concentrations, with a strong burning
sensation and a
reddening of the skin. Used in high concentrations
as a
peel, resorcinol may cause a variety of problems.
SANOTINT
contains levels of 0.1 to 0.5% per volume and the
Light
version contains 0.04 to 0.4% per volume.
Why Is
Natural Solutions Offering Such as Product?
Although
Natural Solutions has sought after products that
would not
contain these ingredients, we felt that having a
"Better
Alternative" of hair colours was an important
decision, as
not all women were satisfied with an all natural
hair colour
such as Logona or Light Mountain. Therefore women
were
either going without color (which is great), or they
were
purchasing brands of dye on the market that were
heavily
polluted with PPD and other chemicals at
concentrations that
could cause compromise with their immune systems.
We
feel that we need to continue the search for
products that
will help support better shopping decisions and good
health.
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