Why is Hydrogen Peroxide in my dye?

Hydrogen Peroxide

Hydrogen Peroxide is a chemical used to help with small cuts and can even be used to whiten teeth. So why is it in your hair dye? 

How do I know if it's Hydrogen Peroxide?

Normally people can spot Hydrogen Peroxide by these properties:

1. It's pale blue color
2. Liquid substance
3. Sharp smell

How is it made?

Today, 95% of hydrogen is produced either from wood or from fossil fuels, such as natural gas and oil. Three types of production process are currently in use: The most common hydrogen production process is natural gas reforming — sometimes called steam methane reforming because it uses high-temperature steam.

Chemical Formula

H2O2

Why is it in my hair dye?

Why is something used to whiten teeth and clean cuts used in my hair dye? It's used for similar reasons. The purpose of it in your hair dye is to strip your hair of its moisture and fade the color. This is safer than pouring straight bleach on your hair. L'Oreal dilutes the chemical to where only a small and safe amount gets into your head.

What's it's health Effects?

Hydrogen Peroxide alone is a semi-dangerous chemical. It should not be consumed or used over large portions of skin.