Maria
- 1 month
Lighten black hair
Hi, I have extremely dark hair and it is black. I want to lighten it a bit so it becomes a little browner, but I wonder if this hair mask will work in the color chocolate? I want it to be a bit lighter since it is super dark? Will this work for me? And what products can I use to do this job?Translated from norwegian
1 product in post Lighten black hair1739 views- Customer service at Lyko1 monthHi! 😊 Thanks for your question – it’s very smart to check before trying something new on dark hair! Wella Color Fresh Mask in the color Chocolate unfortunately will not lighten your hair, especially if you have very dark or black hair from before. This mask is a color-preserving/toning treatment that adds shine and can enhance warm or brown tones in already light or brown hair – but it does not contain lightening ingredients (like bleach or permanent color). To lighten dark or black hair, you need to use a product that contains bleach (lightener) or a permanent hair color in lighter shades – these open the hair shaft and remove pigment. However, such a process can be harmful if not done correctly, especially on very dark hair. What can you do if you want to lighten your hair a bit towards brown? Lightening product (mild lightening kit) – like Schwarzkopf Blonde L1++ or similar, but this requires caution to avoid damage. Permanent hair color in lighter brown shades – but even these will struggle to lift black hair without first being lightly bleached. Salon treatment – recommended if you want an even and safe result when going from black to brown. In short about the Wella mask: 🔸 Cannot lighten black hair 🔸 Only gives a brownish/warm tint in lighter hair 🔸 Will most likely not show in your dark hair
to leave a comment - 2 months
lightening dark hair
Hi, I have quite dark hair, but it is dark brown almost black. I want to lighten my hair a bit so that it looks a little more brown than it is. Can I use this product? I was thinking in the color Cacao?Translated from norwegian
1 product in post lightening dark hair1264 views- Customer service at Lyko2 monthsHey Maria 💌 Maria Nila Colour Refresh in the color 6.00 Cacao is a non-permanent color treatment that provides shine and a deep brown tone. It can refresh dark hair and give it a slightly warmer, browner touch – but it will not lighten the hair, as it does not contain bleach or lightening ingredients. On very dark hair (almost black), the result can be quite subtle, but you will likely get a nice shine and a hint of brown tone, especially in lighter areas or if you have sun-bleached lengths. Wishing you a lovely day ahead🌞✨
to leave a comment - 3 months
creasing
Hey, I'm looking for a concealer that doesn't settle into the lines under my eyes. I usually use an eye cream and mascara, but no matter which concealer I use, it creases a lot and settles into the lines under my eyes. I have an incredible amount of lines under my eyes, and it's common for concealers to settle into the lines, and then my eye area looks very dry as well. This is a problem, but how do you think this concealer will work?Translated from norwegian
1 product in post creasing527 views- Customer service at Lyko2 monthsHey Maria✨ Thank you so much for sharing – and yesss, we totally get you! It’s really frustrating when concealers cake up in the lines, even when you prep your skin well 😩 When it comes to the Lancôme Teint Idole Ultra Wear All Over Concealer, it has actually received a lot of praise for being both lightweight, hydrating, and non-creasing – especially if you set it gently with an ultra-fine powder or just leave it as it is. BUT – since you have a lot of lines and feel extra dry under your eyes, it’s still important to know that no concealer can be 100% magical if the area is very dry and lined. Therefore, this is best if you: 💧 Use a lightweight hydrating eye cream (not too thick) 🫧 Use very little product – preferably only in the darkest area and blend it out gently 🌬 Optionally set it with a micro-fine setting powder – or skip the powder altogether if you are extra dry
to leave a comment - 4 months
Dark Elbows
Hi, I need a product that will lighten my dark elbows, and I'm wondering if this will work?Translated from norwegian
1 product in post Dark Elbows386 views- Customer service at Lyko4 monthsHi Maria 💕 Novaclear Whitening Night Cream can help lighten dark elbows over time, but it’s not the most effective option for this area. Elbows have thicker skin and often need stronger exfoliating and lightening ingredients😃 To lighten dark elbows, a combination of is recommended: 1. Exfoliation: Use a chemical exfoliant with AHA (glycolic acid/lactobionic acid) or BHA (salicylic acid) 2–3 times a week to remove dead skin cells. Alternatively, a gentle scrub can be used, but chemical exfoliation is often more effective. 2. Lightening ingredients: Kojic acid, niacinamide, arbutin, vitamin C, or licorice root extract are great for reducing hyperpigmentation. Novaclear Whitening Night Cream contains niacinamide and arbutin, which can help, but is gentler. 3. Intense moisture: Thicker skin on the elbows needs extra moisture. Use a rich cream with urea, shea butter, or petroleum jelly after lightening products to seal in moisture. Recommended routine for lighter elbows: 🌞 Morning Exfoliation (if it’s exfoliation day) Lightening serum (e.g., niacinamide or vitamin C) Moisturizer Sunscreen (SPF 50) – important to prevent new pigmentation 🌙 Evening Exfoliation (2–3 times a week) Novaclear Whitening Night Cream (can be used daily) A thick moisturizer or oil for extra care. Alternatives to Novaclear: The Ordinary Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA CeraVe SA Smoothing Cream (with salicylic acid and urea) 👉 Summary: Novaclear Whitening Night Cream can help, but will give better results in combination with exfoliation and a good moisturizer. Sun protection is a must! 🌞😊
to leave a comment - 5 months
Wavy Hair
Hey, I'm wondering if this can be used on regular wavy hair? I don't actually have curls, but I want a hair serum that removes frizz since I have a lot of it. I often get a blowout, but my hair is very frizzy. Also, I want it to add shine? Can I use this product even though I don't have curls?Translated from norwegian
1 product in post Wavy Hair467 views- 4 monthsAbsolutely this works for wavy hair as well. Redken frizz dismiss is a great product, but it is extremely heavy at least in my hair, l wouldn't recommend for scandinavians if you have very fine, slightly wavy hair.
to leave a comment - 5 months
baby hair
Hey, I’m wondering if I can use this on my baby hairs? I have an insane amount of baby hairs, and they’re quite long, covering a lot of my forehead. It’s absolutely crazy how much there is, and my hair is frizzy too. Do you think this will work well for me, and I want something I can use every day to prevent this problem? The biggest issue is that the baby hairs are so long, so when I have my hair down, a lot of the baby hairs come onto my forehead now, and it looks really weird.Translated from norwegian
1 product in post baby hair917 views- Hairdresser at Lyko5 monthsHi Maria! You can definitely use this on your baby hairs 😍👏🏼 It's super easy to use to lay down baby hairs and get more control over them. Have a nice day!
to leave a comment - 5 months
dry skin
Hi, does this work for someone with very dry skin? I'm around 40 years old and don't have many wrinkles, but I want to prevent getting them in the future? I also have sensitive skin in addition to dry skin.Translated from norwegian
1 product in post dry skin633 views- Skin therapist at Lyko5 monthsHi Maria! If you have very dry skin, it is recommended that you use other good moisturizing products in addition, such as serums, etc. You can start with anti-aging as early as 25 years old to prevent, so it’s great that you’re starting now🤗 If you are very sensitive, you should be careful with A-vitamin products, but you can try a couple of evenings a week to start with and possibly increase if you tolerate it well. If you would rather have a customized skincare routine that suits your skin, you can take our skin test. You can find it here👇🏿 lyko.com/no/beauty-scan/hudtesten Have a nice day🧝
to leave a comment - 6 months
under the eyes
Hey, I love this and always use it before makeup. Makeup looks so much better. But concealers under my eyes always crease a lot, can I use this under my eyes or is there another product I should use? Since this product works so well for me, it might be nice to have an eye cream that doesn't make the concealer crease:) I use the one from Cerave, but it does absolutely nothing.Translated from norwegian
1 product in post under the eyes1439 views- Skin therapist at Lyko6 monthsHi Maria! Having concealer creasing under makeup is a common problem, and it can be due to several factors. Here are some possible causes and tips that can help you avoid it: Causes of creasing: -Dry skin: If the skin under your eyes is dry, the concealer can settle into fine lines. -Wrong product: A heavy or too moist concealer is more likely to crease. -Excess product: Using too much concealer can lead to it gathering in lines. -Lack of setting: If the concealer isn’t set properly, it can move throughout the day. -Facial movements: Natural movements like blinking and facial expressions can cause the concealer to settle into lines. You can definitely try this under your eyes when you wear makeup since it’s light and water-based. If you’re looking for an eye cream, I personally really like this one from Cosrx under makeup: lyko.com/no/cosrx/cosrx-advanced-snail-peptide-eye-cream-25ml?fromsearch=cosrx%C3%B8yekrem Here are some great tips to prevent creasing🤝🏻 Prepare the skin: -Make sure the skin under your eyes is well-moisturized with a light eye cream before applying concealer. Let it absorb into the skin before you start with makeup. -Use a primer specifically formulated for under the eyes if you need extra smoothness. Choose the right concealer: -Look for a concealer that is light and self-setting or has a semi-matte finish. -Avoid thick or extremely creamy consistencies if you have issues with creasing. Apply less product: -Use a small amount of concealer and build coverage gradually. Apply only where necessary, like in the inner corner of the eyes, and blend out towards the edges. Blend well: -Use a damp beauty sponge or a brush to blend the concealer thoroughly so it melts into the skin. Set the concealer: -Use a light, finely milled setting powder to lock the concealer in place. -Gently press the powder in place with a small brush or a puff instead of dragging the product around. Use setting spray: -After you’ve set the concealer with powder, use a setting spray to bind the makeup together and reduce a powdery appearance. -Avoid too much product under the eyes: -Avoid using foundation in addition to concealer under the eyes, as this can contribute to the makeup being too heavy. Hope this helps you❤️
to leave a comment - 9 months
Thick hair
Hey, I have very dry and frizzy hair. It's not that damaged, but I use a lot of heat products. Also, it's super thick and voluminous, do you think this will work for my hair?Translated from norwegian
1 product in post Thick hair2364 views- Hairdresser at Lyko9 monthsHi Maria! Based on how you describe your hair, it sounds like this treatment will suit you perfectly, as it provides lots of lovely moisture! Have a nice day!
to leave a comment - 9 months
Does this work well for very dry skin?
Hi, I have very dry skin and I'm wondering if this can be used on dry skin?Translated from norwegian
1 product in post Does this work well for very dry skin?341 views- 9 monthsI have combination skin now, previously had very dry skin. But I think it works well if you moisturize beforehand with good skincare, let it sink in, then apply 2 pumps of the primer. Otherwise, I can really recommend Bobbi Brown Face Base. Like a moisturizer and primer in one. However, it smells a lot like citrus if you're sensitive. Otherwise, Anastasia B Hydrating Oil is good. You only need about 3 drops of it, just dab it on your face and wait until it sinks in 😊 just my little tips that I can give 🤩 have a nice day!
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