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60-plus women are ditching the hair dye

<p><em><strong>Susan Krauss Whitbourne is a professor of Psychology and Brain Sciences at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. She writes the Fulfilment at Any Age blog for Psychology Today.</strong></em></p> <p>If you’re tired of those monthly visits to the salon, or even your own sessions over the sink, you’re not alone. <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2013/06/23/fashion/shes-done-with-washing-it-away.html?_r=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Leah Rozen</a></span></strong>, writing in the <em>New York Times</em>, announced to the world that she’s grey, 57, and loving it, proudly announcing that “Blondes may have more fun, but we grey gals have it made in our shade.”</p> <p>How about you? Are you battling those tell-tale roots, or revelling in the glory of your own grey locks? If so, perhaps you share Rozen’s feeling of liberation. If not, you might ask yourself whether looking young is really worth all that expense and effort.</p> <p>There are plenty of reasons to cover up our signs of a maturing scalp. In fact, as Rozen herself acknowledges, she’s definitely got the “old lady” look going for her. In our youth-oriented society, showing your age may preclude you from certain opportunities. Despite legislation, ageism still exists and can take many forms, ranging from biases against the abilities of older workers to stereotyped beliefs about their personalities and work attitudes. As their self-image and abilities change, older workers can begin to doubt their self-efficacy. A self-fulfilling prophecy can develop, resulting in their further losing the ability to perform up to par. To prevent this outcome, many older women and men take the preventative action of keeping up their youthful personas.</p> <p>Ageism may take many forms outside the workplace. One way is for younger adults just to avoid you altogether. They may not be openly hostile but instead make older adults “invisible” — that is, not worthy of any attention at all. Perhaps they’re afraid of being tainted by the aging vibes you give off.</p> <p>Risking the wrath, visible or not, of ageism can make going grey a dangerous proposition. However, thinking about how and why you’re trying to maintain your youthful image for as long as possible can give you important insights into understanding yourself and your feelings about life changes.</p> <p>You might ask yourself to what lengths you go, and are willing to go, to remain young-looking. Of course it would be ludicrous to suggest that women, and men should give up all attempts to look good. But looking good doesn’t have to mean looking young. You can get out of the youth trap and still feel great about the persona you present to the world, if not your own inner sense of self.</p> <p>Take an honest look at yourself right now. What is working and what isn’t? Which aspects of your hair, makeup and clothing reflect how you really feel about yourself, and which reflect your desire to blend in with the young crowd? If you don’t trust yourself to give the right answer, you might want to consult someone who’s objective to get a second opinion (NOT your children). It’s hard to find someone whose opinion you can trust, because virtually anyone working in clothing, makeup counters or hair salons benefits from selling you their youth-oriented products. (Just think about how much those skin creams are costing you.) If you feel that these people aren’t being honest, you might consider talking to a friend, co-worker or family member (again, not the children) who pulls off an age-appropriate look.</p> <p>Thinking about the image you try to present to the world can give you great insight into your own identity and feelings about how you are changing -and improving- over time. As we cross each aging threshold, including the changes in our hair, skin and bodily functions and appearance, there’s an opportunity to reflect on the deeper meaning of these changes to our sense of who we are. Many people try to put off the inevitable as long as possible, but eventually bounce back as they incorporate this new view of themselves into their identities. Whether grey or not, by bringing your outer image in line with your inner self, you’ll be better prepared to negotiate whatever changes come your way in the years ahead.</p> <p><em>Images: Getty</em></p>

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8 hair-dyeing mistakes that are more common than you’d think

<p>To get your dream hair colour, there are a few hair-dyeing mistakes you should avoid at all costs.</p> <p><strong>1. Trying to fix a mistake on your own –</strong> If you’ve recently dyed your hair at home to disastrous results, trying to fix it on your own will only make matters worse. If using a hair stripping solution doesn’t work, quit while you’re behind and go see a professional colourist. It’s what they do.</p> <p><strong>2. Going too dark or too light -</strong> As a general rule, you should never dye your hair any darker or lighter than two shades away from your natural eyebrow colour. Going too dark or too light can look obviously unnatural and will wash out your complexion.</p> <p><strong>3. Bleaching at home –</strong> If you’re trying to lighten your hair, especially from a darker colour, going to your colourist is your best bet. Bleaching your hair is tricky, and you could end up with a brassy colour – or worse – if you don’t know what you’re doing. Bleach is also incredibly damaging to your strands, and your colourist can help ensure minimal damage.</p> <p><strong>4. Not being honest –</strong> If you’re getting your hair done in the salon, make sure you’re honest about your hair colouring history to your colourist. When you apply any colour or treatment to your hair, even if it seems long gone to you, it could remain in your strands and affect the colouring process, altering your results.</p> <p><strong>5. Not speaking up –</strong> A little utilised fact: if you’re not happy with your in-salon hair-do, most hairdressers will fix the mishap free of charge to your satisfaction. They would much rather you leave the salon feeling happy and confident, and, we expect, so would you.</p> <p><strong>6. Trying extreme colours –</strong> For some, extreme hair colours are part of their everyday style, and it works. For the rest of us, super unnatural colours or chunky highlights will only make the wearer look like they’re trying too hard to remain current, instead of embracing ageing hair with grace.</p> <p><strong>7. Dyeing damaged hair –</strong> As your hair ages, it becomes more fragile and dry. If your strands are more straw than silk, take a break from the dye and consult a professional before moving forward with anymore colour changes.</p> <p><strong>8. Not maintaining your colour –</strong> So you spent a lot of time and money getting your hair to the shade you want, so now you can finally relax and enjoy it, right? Well, no. If you put effort into getting your hair to a certain shade, you should put the same effort into maintaining it by using colour-saving and/or toning shampoos specific to your shade and keeping your hair well hydrated.</p> <p><em>Images: Getty</em></p>

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Woman's head swells to incredible size after severe allergic reaction to hair dye

<p style="text-align: left;">After attempting an at-home hair dye job, one French student was left with an extreme allergic reaction that made her head grow nearly twice its size, almost killing her.</p> <p>Estelle, 19, says before using the product, she conducted a patch test as recommended but only left the product on for 30 minutes instead of the full 48 hours.</p> <p>The dye contained a chemical PPD (paraphenylenediamine) which is an ingredient that is commonly found in many dyes.</p> <p>But despite the ingredient being mainstream, a reaction to the substance can be life-threatening, as it could cause renal failure, rapid swelling, respiratory failure and kidney damage.</p> <p>PPD is also commonly found in henna tattoos and dark-coloured beauty products.</p> <p>Speaking to <em><a rel="noopener" href="http://www.leparisien.fr/societe/sante/defiguree-apres-une-coloration-pour-cheveux-estelle-19-ans-a-frole-la-mort-27-11-2018-7955175.php" target="_blank">Le Parisien</a></em>, Estelle said she noticed something was wrong almost immediately as her scalp felt irritated and started to swell.</p> <p>After taking a few antihistamines she didn’t see improvement, as the next day her head measured a whopping 24.8 inches instead of the average 22 inches.</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/HgiajBHmhFc" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></p> <p>“I could not breathe. I had a lightbulb head,” she said.</p> <p>She was then rushed to the emergency room after other areas of her body such as her tongue began to expand in size. Staff injected adrenaline and forced her to stay the night as her condition worsened by the hour.</p> <p>Since then, Estelle has fully recovered, but is sharing her story to advise others to be careful when using hair dyes at home.</p> <p>PPD is a chemical found in many hair dyes, especially shades that are on the darker spectrum. The law states that only 2 per cent of PPD can be used in hair dyes and the product Estelle used contained 1 per cent.</p> <p>Maybe this is a sign for us to rock grey hair?</p> <p>Will you still dye your hair after reading this cautionary tale? Let us know in the comments below.</p>

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8 hair-dyeing mistakes that are more common than you’d think

<p>To get your dream hair colour, there are a few hair-dyeing mistakes you should avoid at all costs.</p> <p><strong>1. Trying to fix a mistake on your own –</strong> If you’ve recently dyed your hair at home to disastrous results, trying to fix it on your own will only make matters worse. If using a hair stripping solution doesn’t work, quit while you’re behind and go see a professional colourist. It’s what they do.</p> <p><strong>2. Going too dark or too light -</strong> As a general rule, you should never dye your hair any darker or lighter than two shades away from your natural eyebrow colour. Going too dark or too light can look obviously unnatural and will wash out your complexion.</p> <p><strong>3. Bleaching at home –</strong> If you’re trying to lighten your hair, especially from a darker colour, going to your colourist is your best bet. Bleaching your hair is tricky, and you could end up with a brassy colour – or worse – if you don’t know what you’re doing. Bleach is also incredibly damaging to your strands, and your colourist can help ensure minimal damage.</p> <p><strong>4. Not being honest –</strong> If you’re getting your hair done in the salon, make sure you’re honest about your hair colouring history to your colourist. When you apply any colour or treatment to your hair, even if it seems long gone to you, it could remain in your strands and affect the colouring process, altering your results.</p> <p><strong>5. Not speaking up –</strong> A little utilised fact: if you’re not happy with your in-salon hair-do, most hairdressers will fix the mishap free of charge to your satisfaction. They would much rather you leave the salon feeling happy and confident, and, we expect, so would you.</p> <p><strong>6. Trying extreme colours –</strong> For some, extreme hair colours are part of their everyday style, and it works. For the rest of us, super unnatural colours or chunky highlights will only make the wearer look like they’re trying too hard to remain current, instead of embracing ageing hair with grace.</p> <p><strong>7. Dyeing damaged hair –</strong> As your hair ages, it becomes more fragile and dry. If your strands are more straw than silk, take a break from the dye and consult a professional before moving forward with anymore colour changes.</p> <p><strong>8. Not maintaining your colour –</strong> So you spent a lot of time and money getting your hair to the shade you want, so now you can finally relax and enjoy it, right? Well, no. If you put effort into getting your hair to a certain shade, you should put the same effort into maintaining it by using colour-saving and/or toning shampoos specific to your shade and keeping your hair well hydrated.</p> <p><strong>Related links:</strong></p> <p><em><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="/lifestyle/beauty-style/2015/08/hair-mistakes-that-age-you/">6 hair mistakes that make you look older</a></span></strong></em></p> <p><em><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="/lifestyle/beauty-style/2015/06/how-to-get-healthy-hair/">Habits of people with healthy hair</a></span></strong></em></p> <p><a href="/lifestyle/beauty-style/2015/05/healthy-grey-hair-tips/"><em><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Embrace grey hair with our simple healthy hair tips</span></strong></em></a></p> <p> </p>

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Alarming new study finds link between hair dye and breast cancer

<p>Women who frequently dye their hair may be at greater risk of getting breast cancer, a new study has found.</p> <p>Professor Kefah Mokbel, a breast cancer surgeon at the Princess Grace Hospital in London, reviewed studies on links between hair dyes and breast cancer and found a 14 per cent increase in the disease among women who coloured their hair.</p> <p>“Although further work is required to confirm our results, our findings suggest that exposure to hair dyes may contribute to breast cancer risk,” his study concluded.</p> <p>He recommended that women dye their hair only up to five times a year, and use product with natural ingredients, such as henna, rose hip, and beetroot instead.</p> <p>Professor Mokbel wrote on Twitter: “Women are advised to reduce exposure to synthetic hair dyes to two to six times per year and undergo regular breast screening from the age of 40.</p> <p>“It would be preferable to choose hair dyes that contain the minimum concentration of aromatic amines suchas PPD (less than two per cent).</p> <p>“Further research is required to clarify the relationship between hair dyes and breast cancer risk in order to better inform women.</p> <p>“It is reasonable to assume that hair dyes that consist of natural herbal ingredients such as rose hip, rhubarb etc are safe.”</p> <p>He added: “There is no evidence that hair relaxers increase breast cancer risk.”</p> <p>In a separate study, Finnish researchers found that women who use hair dye were more likely to develop breast cancer, but the study conclude it’s not clear if the products were the direct cause of the disease.</p> <p>“We did observe a statistical association between hair dye use and risk of breast cancer in our study.</p> <p>“However, it is not possible to confirm a true causal connection. It might be, for example, that women who use hair dyes also use other cosmetics more than women who reported never using hair dyes,” said Sanna Heikkinen of the Finnish Cancer Registry.</p>

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Why so many older women are dyeing their hair blonde

<p>Almost overnight, it seems, every woman I know has gone blonde. The blondes are even blonder; mousey-heads, redheads, raven-haired, brunettes, all of them are now a uniform blonde. Well, almost all of them.</p> <p>There are a few brave eco-friendlies refusing to get out the dye-bottle, but even some of those au-naturels have given in after a while and discovered blonde with highlights, blonde with light brown foils, blonde that even lets a bit of the grey and white show through – as long as the overall effect doesn't allow the colour-draining, age-gaining shades of leaden steel-wool. Or worse, the dappled effect of variegated grey-on-granite. </p> <p>Turning blonde wasn't an overnight decision. It took years to achieve. At first, when yanking out the occasional grey hair became way too painful because there were so many of them, I tried dying my hair the same auburn it had been before the pesky intruders arrived. But that meant re-dying it every six weeks.</p> <p>After a few years of being Clairol's best customer, the procedure began to pall, not the least because of the dye's eye-watering fumes. So, sick of covering up the increasingly evident light-grey regrowth in my late 50s, I started the gradual process of turning blonde. Gradual, because I'd been advised that doing it slowly, over a year or so, can sometimes fool people into believing it's a natural process.</p> <p>That was some five years ago, and still I toddle off to the hairdresser every eight to 10 weeks for a touch-up – with just enough gold and fawn in it to detract from the grey beneath. And so do most of the women I know.</p> <p>The late, great screenwriter Norah Ephron, who died almost five years ago a brunette at 76, wrote: "There's a reason why 40, 50 and 60 don't look the way they used to, and it's not because of feminism, or better living through exercise. It's because of hair dye. In the 1950s only seven per cent of American women dyed their hair; today there are parts of Manhattan and LA where there are no grey-haired women at all."</p> <p>I can't find any statistics for how many New Zealand women dye their hair, but British media have estimated that well over 70 per cent of grey-haired British women, and perhaps as many as 90 per cent in the US, are colourers.</p> <p>Why? Because at work – and often away from work – appearances matter. Stereotypes of grey-haired women abound, and I don't want to be tarred with them. A greying man is called a silver fox and, like the greying George Clooneys and Brad Pitts, seen as a sex symbol. Unless he's prime minister, in which case he's a political silver fox. A greying woman is called old. That's why so many of us hide it – at least while we're still in the workforce. Helen Mirren and Jane Fonda are allowing grey – but they're in their 70s. Maybe that's when grey is OK to display.</p> <p>More recently, it's become on trend for women in their 20s and 30s to go grey – women like Lady Gaga (31), Jennifer Lawrence (26) and Rihanna (29). But it's a synthetic choice they're making and when you're young you can get away with pretty much any fashion faux pas.</p> <p>There's even an Instagram page (258,000 posts and climbing) and more than one Twitter hashtag, where young people wonder if grey is the new black and claim "#Grannyhair has officially taken over the internet as the coolest hair trend" and "#Grannyhair looks both beautiful and intimidating". Fine when you're pushing 30 and your collagen and elastin are in perfect condition. But over 60, granny hair, with or without the hashtag, further flags that the collagen and elastin aren't holding hands so well anymore and the parts of the face that haven't produced wrinkles or unwanted hairs have speedily headed south.</p> <p>Google grey if you dare: it's a synonym for dingy, dull, drab, dusty, and ash. It's the colour countries painted their battleships to blend in with the leaden ocean on a dull grey day. It's the colour of the lifestyle stereotypically expected of women when they give up work and retire to knit peggy squares, crochet doilies, play golf and bowls, complete endless crosswords and sudoku, and watch reruns of Coronation Street until they die.</p> <p>But thankfully times have changed. Stereotypes are fast disappearing as women pass 65 and don't give up work or take up a predictable hobby. Instead, women in their 60s and 70s are into multi-sport, gravity biking, mountain climbing, zip-lining, skiing, nannying multitudes of grandchildren, composing music, writing plays and books (often about older women ageing disgracefully).</p> <p>Proud to have made it this far, I'll openly admit to 65 – I just don't want to look it, or act out the bowls/golf/jam-making stereotypes. I'm not afraid to wave the Gold Card for a discount at the movies or a free bus ride; but the rest of the time we're keeping up appearances – eating healthily, exercising regularly – in our best endeavour to look and feel younger than we are. Sixty is the new forty. Blonde is the new black.</p> <p>That's at least until it's on trend for women to be the silver vixen to Clooney's silver fox. Then I can spend a year or more transitioning back to something au naturel, though I suspect anything halfway respectable may require hitting the bottle again to make it uniformly silver instead of the unflattering salt and pepper mousey look that's hidden from view unless a strong wind is blowing.</p> <p>It'll be interesting to see if my friends do the same, and who holds out the longest.</p> <p><em>Written by Felicity Price. First appeared on <a href="http://www.stuff.co.nz/" target="_blank"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Stuff.co.nz</span></strong></a>.</em></p>

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6 more tips for colouring your hair at home

<p>In January, we brought you <a href="http://www.oversixty.com.au/lifestyle/beauty-style/2017/01/tips-for-colouring-your-hair-at-home/"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">six tips for colouring your hair at home</span></strong></a>, but as it turns out, there’s much more advice out there. So, we scoured the internet and found another six ways for you to ensure your home dye job looks just as good as if the pros had done it.</p> <p><strong>1. Never go from one extreme to the other</strong></p> <p>So, you decided red wasn’t your style and are dyeing (sorry!) to give blonde a try? While this one is best done by a colourist, you can do it at home – as long as you do it right. “Stay within two shades, lighter or darker, of your current colour,” L'Oréal Paris colourist Kari Hill tells <a href="http://www.goodhousekeeping.com/beauty/hair/g2754/haircolor-hacks-at-home/"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Good Housekeeping</span></strong></a>. Simply match your current colour with a box of dye and choose from one of the shades either side.</p> <p><strong>2. Grab your toothbrush</strong></p> <p>Want to add some highlights? All you need is a toothbrush and a dye kit two shades lighter than your current colour. Simply paint the highlights on where the sun would hit (around your hairline and part) Just remember not to use the toothbrush again afterwards!</p> <p><strong>3. Start from the top</strong></p> <p>Your roots need the most colour and take the longest time to dye, so apply the colour there first before combing it through the rest of your hair, working in four to six sections. This way, you’ll avoid that awful two-tone look.</p> <p><strong>4. Use more than one mirror</strong></p> <p>It might look great from the front, but it’s worth using an extra mirror to check every section of hair and make sure you don’t miss a spot. There’s nothing worse, right?</p> <p><strong>5. Prepare for stains</strong></p> <p>Have a generous amount of makeup or wet wipes on hand to catch spills, splatters and drops as they happen. As anyone who’s experienced it before will tell you, stains set quickly and are painfully difficult to remove.</p> <p><strong>6. Use a shower cap</strong></p> <p>You’ve painted on all the dye and now it’s time to play the waiting game. Pop your locks up into a disposable shower cap to prevent staining and enable you to go about your normal household activities while the dye sets.</p> <p>Do you dye your hair at home? What tips would you like to share with the Over60 community?</p> <p><strong>Related links:</strong></p> <p><a href="http://www.oversixty.co.nz/lifestyle/beauty-style/2017/02/home-hair-dying-tricks-you-need-to-know/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><em><strong>Home hair dying tricks you need to know</strong></em></span></a></p> <p><a href="http://www.oversixty.co.nz/lifestyle/beauty-style/2017/01/tips-for-colouring-your-hair-at-home/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><em><strong>6 tips for colouring your hair at home</strong></em></span></a></p> <p><a href="http://www.oversixty.co.nz/lifestyle/beauty-style/2017/02/hairstyling-tricks-for-thin-hair/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><em><strong>Hairstyling tricks for thin hair</strong></em></span></a></p>

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6 tips for colouring your hair at home

<p>Whether it be your wallet or your schedule getting in the way of an in-salon hair treatment, a DIY dye job can be your ticket to a new look with minimal effort. However, there are many pitfalls along the way. If you have ever found yourself crying over spilt toner, these tips are for you.</p> <p><strong>1. Play it safe</strong></p> <p>When it comes to over the counter products and an amateur hand, it’s best to stick within two shades of your natural colour. If you end up trying to do something to drastic, you’ll end up with a half-finished look that could come out tired or brassy.</p> <p><strong>2. Buy enough dye</strong></p> <p>You are already saving bucket loads by skipping the salon – so reach into your wallet to buy two boxes of dye. Every strand should be covered. If not, you’ll be running back to the supermarket anyway. Plus, it’s always useful to have a top up when you need it in a few weeks.</p> <p><strong>3. Prepare your hair</strong></p> <p>Dry, brittle ends won’t take too kindly to colour, so make sure that your hair is in the best condition possible before you dye it. Cut of split ends and let your hair soak in conditioner. If you’re not confident enough, consider going to a budget hairdresser for a quick trim.</p> <p><strong>4. Patch test</strong></p> <p>Finally, before you smother your whole head in your new colour, patch test a few strands to see how it turns out. Hair can be fickle, and the last thing you want is a purple tinge because you skipped this important step.</p> <p><strong>5. Wear old clothes (or none)</strong></p> <p>This is sure to be a messy process. Seeing as the dye is likely to be in and around your sink, on the bathroom bench and maybe even the walls, save your favourite t-shirt and opt for a towel.</p> <p><strong>6. Get the right tools</strong></p> <p>For professional results, acquire professional tools. This includes a hair dye brush, a plastic bowl to empty the dye into before-hand.</p> <p>Good luck!</p> <p>Have you ever successfully coloured your hair at home? Let us know in the comments below.</p> <p><strong>Related links:</strong></p> <p><a href="/lifestyle/beauty-style/2017/01/easy-guide-to-blow-dry-your-hair-like-a-hairdresser/"><em><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Easy guide to blow dry your hair like a hairdresser</span></strong></em></a></p> <p><a href="/lifestyle/beauty-style/2017/01/train-your-hair-to-be-less-greasy/"><em><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">How to train your hair to be less greasy</span></strong></em></a></p> <p><a href="/lifestyle/beauty-style/2017/01/how-to-make-your-hair-look-younger/"><em><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">How to make your hair look younger</span></strong></em></a></p>

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Reinvent your home with just a bucket of dye and oodles of imagination

<p>A simple bucket of dye is a great way to breathe life back into everyday objects from around the home. The best part is that it is a very straightforward process that anyone can do. Why not experiment to make your own colors, and then let your imagination be your guide for how and where to use it.</p> <p><strong>Find a colour theme</strong></p> <p>You don’t have to stick to just dying fabric. Try other materials such as paper, wool, raffia, feathers, rice and even stones. The fun part is you just never know how it will turn out. Often one bucket of dye can produce a vastly different result for different items. You can also vary how long you keep the items in the dye.</p> <p><strong>Vintage linens</strong></p> <p>If you’ve got classic vintage table linens, consider dying them for a modern new look. You can choose colours to complement your kitchen, or go for a variety of colours to use at an outdoor lunch.</p> <p><strong>Bowls and cups</strong></p> <p>Grab some good quality disposable bowls to use as a fun introduction to playing around with dyes. They can look as good as ceramic bowls and can be put in pride of place on shelves or windowsills to store your bits and pieces.</p> <p><strong>Buttons</strong></p> <p>You can customise your wooden, fabric or mother-of-pearl buttons with dye for your clothes or craft projects.</p> <p><strong>Linen clothing</strong></p> <p>When white linen clothes have aged and discoloured, dye can come to the rescue. Breathe new life into a dress or shirt by dying it, along with your accessories such as beads and a linen shopping bag.</p> <p><strong>Bed sheets</strong></p> <p>If you’re a bit tired of the classic white or cream sheet sets, customise to your heart’s content by dying them. It could be a classic contrast such as yellow and green; or go for varied shades of blue or pink. </p>

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