Note that the stronger the coffee, the darker the brew. Soaking your hair with coffee will darken your color, which can be great for brunettes or people with gray hair, as it can add depth and darken your hair color. [2] X Research source If you are blonde or have light red hair, or have dyed your hair a light color, you may may want to try a different method of treating your hair. Otherwise, you may end up with dingy or dirty looking hair. [3] X Research source If you don’t have coffee, you can use a ground espresso instead. [4] X Research source
Note that the stronger the coffee, the darker the brew. Soaking your hair with coffee will darken your color, which can be great for brunettes or people with gray hair, as it can add depth and darken your hair color. [2] X Research source If you are blonde or have light red hair, or have dyed your hair a light color, you may may want to try a different method of treating your hair. Otherwise, you may end up with dingy or dirty looking hair. [3] X Research source If you don’t have coffee, you can use a ground espresso instead. [4] X Research source
If you want more control over the application, transfer the cooled coffee into a spray bottle and spray it into your hair. [7] X Research source If you are worried about the coffee staining your bathtub or shower floor, pour the coffee through your hair while leaning over a bucket, so it catches the drippings. Rinse any coffee out of your bathtub immediately to prevent staining.
If any coffee got on your face or ran down your neck, clean it off with soap and water so it doesn’t stain your skin. [10] X Research source The longer you leave the coffee in, the darker your hair may become.
If you want to make the most of the coloring properties of coffee, rinse your hair with apple cider vinegar, as this will help the color to set.
Coffee grounds will darken your hair, so if you have light-colored hair, you may want to find another method to make your hair glow. [13] X Research source
Coffee grounds will darken your hair, so if you have light-colored hair, you may want to find another method to make your hair glow. [13] X Research source
If you want to make the coffee scrub part of your regular grooming routine, dry out the grounds and then add them to your shampoo, conditioner, or hair oil. [17] X Research source
With regular use, you may notice your hair is growing faster, too. The caffeine in coffee blocks a hormone that causes hair loss and allows your hair to remain in its growth cycle longer than normal. Try using coffee grounds once or twice a week. Dry your hair with an old towel, and remember if your wet hair drips on your clothes the coffee may ruin them. Wear a towel around your shoulders or an old T-shirt until your hair is dry.
