Dyeing hair with fake/self tan!

[Pottyone]

Has anyone ever used fake tan to dye their hair?? I ask because someone I knew once had lovely rich brown hair, with beautiful lighter hues. I once asked her if she coloured her hair and she said yes, with fake tan! I don't know her any more, but am now thinking about trying it. It must be a lot cheaper than any other way, and as long as you're careful when applying it you shouldn't get brown skin!! Is this unheard of or a well kept secret?!! Any hairdressers out there that can advise??

[bednobs]

fake tan is more expensive than hair dye!

[Pottyone]

I'm not so sure. I thought you might be able to get away with not much more than the amount one would use if it was conditioner.

[boxtops]

It's different though. Fake tan is for skin, hair is made of different stuff to skin. I can't see it doing your hair any good.

[crisper]

Hiya Pottyone..I'm a hairdresser.. never heard of this...I wouldn't advise though..if its a mistake and you muck your hair up..its going to be really expensive to put it right....If you can..you could cut a piece of hair out of your hair..a bit that doesn't show and try it.. My advice would be go to a colour expert!..Good luck! Mrs Crisper x