Re-dye mohair?

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Can it be done? I have some nice mohair that is an ugly color. I was wondering if it can be re-dyed.

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Yes! I do it all the time when I’m processing if I get a color that’s weird or uneven.

  1. Tie hair at the cut end with yarn/string (not rubber bands. They’ll disintegrate in hot water) Make several small bundles rather than one big one, & tie as tightly as you can.
  2. Use acid dye per manufacturer instructions. I like Dharma or Jaquard dyes.
  3. Rinse thoroughly in hot water. For extra protection against bleeding I wash with Dawn dish soap.
  4. Apply conditioner & let sit 10mn or so
  5. Rinse & let dry
  6. Comb out each bundle. It’ll be frizzy. To get rid of the frizz, work diluted conditioner or water through the bundle and let dry again
  7. Cut below the tie as needed for rooting

:blush:

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Thanks so much for the instructions. I may have more questions. :blush:

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Happy to help- let me know what you need.

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Would you suggest I get a starter kit and go from there? I love colors and mixing colors. I may be in trouble now. :joy:

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You need to get ACID dyes; I think the best basic color is the brown 635 but you only need a pinhead for large pot. So get the smallest jars.
https://www.dharmatrading.com/dyes/jacquard-acid-dyes.html?lnav=dyes.html

https://www.dharmatrading.com/dyes/dharma-acid-dyes.html?lnav=dyes.html

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Thank you Ludmila.