Can You Dye Hair Extensions? Here's What The Experts Have To Say...

Can you dye hair extensions, or should you put down the bottle? It's a really popular question that we find ourselves being asked time and time again...so we're here to set the record straight.

There are many reasons why people might want to dye their extensions. Perhaps you've had your set for a long time, and the colour needs a bit of a refresh. Or, you've dyed your natural hair and want your extensions to match but don't want to spend the money on a brand-new set.

Whatever the reason, it's totally understandable that you'd be tempted to reach for a bottle of hair dye and give it a go. But before you do, there are a few things you need to know.

We'll keep it short and sweet: no, you should not be dying your synthetic hair extensions.

Synthetic hair is made from different types of fibres, which can be damaged by the dyeing process.

Using hair dye that you'd use on human hair can cause the fibres to break down or become brittle, causing them to look and feel like a tangled mess. You might even experience breakage and shedding.

Some synthetic fibres will actually reject and repel dye, so even if you do attempt to dye it, the colour won't take at all. Same goes for synthetic wigs. 

They're made from the same man-made fibres as synthetic hair extensions, so the same rules apply.

You've got a little more wiggle room when it comes to colouring hair extensions made from human hair, but it still needs to be done with care.

Remy human hair extensions are the best type of extensions to dye, as they've been treated and processed to keep their natural integrity.

Read more about Remy hair extensions here!

Because the strands are, well, human, you can typically dye them with the same hair dye you'd use on your own. 

We'd recommend getting them dyed professionally and steering clear of drugstore box dyes. That way, you can be sure your extensions won't suffer any damage or lose their quality. 

We know you've probably paid a lot of money for those extensions, so, of course, you want to look after them best as possible.

You can also dye non-Remy hair extensions because they're just human hair, too. 

But bear in mind that non-Remy hair can be harder to manage and more prone to tangling, so take care when using dye on them – you don't want to apply dye on tangled hair.

If you're planning on switching up your natural hair colour, but you have hair extensions installed, you may be wondering if you can dye your hair and extensions at the same time.

The same advice applies as above: if you have synthetic extensions installed, you shouldn't be dying your hair with the extensions in. 

If you have Remy human hair extensions in, you can dye your hair and the extensions together, carefully.

It's important that you get your hair dyed by a professional as you want to avoid getting any dye onto the wefts or bonds. This is especially important for semi-permanent hair extensions, like tape-ins, micro-bonds and fusions. 

The dye can cause the bonds to weaken, and the extensions could slip out prematurely, and nobody wants that.

Whether you're switching up your natural hair colour or just fancy giving your extensions a new look, your best bet is to buy a new set. 

While you might not want to splash out on new hair, it's the safest way to ensure that you won't end up with damaged extensions.

Luckily, our RiRi extensions are available at fab prices, so it's not going to cost you the earth when it's time for a change. Plus, we've always got on amazing offers, so you can get even more bang for your buck.

We have synthetic and Remy hair extensions in tons of styles, lengths and colours - you definitely won't be stuck for choice!

Our Classic range is our cheapest option, and yet the quality is amazing. 

They're priced at £19.99, so you can get your hands on some high-grade extensions without breaking the bank.

They're available in over 30 shades, from light golden blonde to chocolate brown and everything in between. 

Whatever colour you need, we've got it!

Our Deluxe range is like our Classic, but even better. 

These synthetics use even softer and thicker fibres, resulting in a more realistic look and feel.

They're available in straight, wavy and curly styles, in the same spectrum of hair shades – so you'll find your perfect match.

The price ranges from £34.99 to £59.99, so there'll definitely be a set to fit your budget.

For the girls who really want to go all out, we have our Remy human hair extensions. 

These extensions use seriously incredible, high-grade human hair, giving you the most natural look and feel.

They're available in straight, wavy and curly styles, both clip-in and tape-in and in a super choice of natural colours.

Our human hair extensions range from £105 to £220, so they're a great option for those looking to make an investment in their hair.

With buying a new set of extensions comes the task of matching the shade of extensions to the colour of your natural hair. 

You can check out our blog post below for all our expert tips and tricks on matching your extensions to your hair colour.

Hair Extensions Colour Match Made Easy With RiRi

We have a fantastic free colour match service, too, that takes away all the guesswork. All you have to do is send us a photo of your hair in natural daylight, and one of our expert colourists will match the extensions for you.

Super quick and super easy – what's not to love?

Your set of extensions need some good TLC if you want them to last as long as possible. 

As well as avoiding dye, there are other do's and don'ts you'll want to stick to, some of which we've laid out below: 

No...and yes. If you're a wearer of synthetic extensions, you should most definitely stay away from the dye. You risk ruining your extensions altogether, and you'll have to purchase a new set anyway.

For Remy human hair extensions, it can be done with care and caution – but we'd still recommend getting them dyed professionally. That way, you're guaranteed to get the best result.

But the best way to switch up your style is to purchase a new set of extensions. You don't have to worry about damaging your extensions, and they'll last you a whole lot longer, too. 

Take your pick from our synthetic and human hair RiRi's in tons of shades to match your natural hair for the perfect seamless blend.