How to get gentian violet out of my blond hair?

Answer 1

✅ Most Effective Removal Methods

1. Clarifying Shampoo + Warm Water

Use a strong clarifying or anti-dandruff shampoo (like Head & Shoulders).

Wash with warm (not hot) water to open hair cuticles.

Lather, let it sit for 3–5 minutes, then rinse.

Repeat daily until the stain fades.

Gentle but slower—best for mild staining.

2. Vitamin C Treatment (Safe for Blonde Hair)

Crush 5–10 Vitamin C tablets into a fine powder.

Mix with clarifying shampoo to make a paste.

Apply to stained areas and leave for 15 minutes.

Rinse thoroughly and condition.

Helps lift purple tint without brassy tones.

**3. Diluted Baking Soda Paste

Mix 1 tsp baking soda + shampoo.

Apply only to the stained sections.

Let it sit no more than 5 minutes.

⚠ Warning for blondes: Baking soda can dry hair and cause brassiness, so deep condition afterward.

4. Dish Soap Method (For Strong Stains)

Use a small amount of mild dish soap (like Dove or baby-safe formulas).

Mix with shampoo and lather well.

Rinse and follow immediately with conditioner or hair mask.

Strips color quickly—only use if other methods don’t work.

5. Oil Pulling for Color Fade (Gentle)

Saturate hair with olive, coconut, or baby oil.

Leave for 30–60 minutes, then shampoo twice.

Works gradually and protects blonde hair from dryness.

🚫 Avoid These

Bleach or strong peroxide → May turn hair orange or uneven blonde.

Alcohol-based removers → Can burn scalp.

Vinegar or lemon juice → Too harsh on light hair, can cause breakage.

💡 Extra Tips

Always test a small section first.

Follow every treatment with deep conditioner/hair mask.

If the stain is deep violet, you may need to repeat treatments over a few washes.

If only a light tint remains, a purple toner/toning shampoo can neutralize uneven patches rather than stripping hair more.

Answer 2

I'm not sure if this really works, but some say Sunlight Liquid will remove it. I just find that washing my hair like 3 times a day will have it out in a week/2