How To Apply Our Burgundy Henna Hair Dye Mixes: Instructions

Step-by-Step Tutorial

Burgundy Henna Hair Dye

Bold, wine-toned, and deeply saturated — rich red with purple undertones achieved 100% naturally. Especially stunning on gray hair when the two-step method is used correctly.

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Have gray hair? The Henna Pure pre-step is especially important for burgundy — it lays the warm copper-orange base that makes the final wine tone rich and even across all strands.

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⚠️ Important for gray hair: Skipping Step 1 on gray strands can result in a bright pink or purple tone rather than rich burgundy. The Henna Pure pre-step is what gives grays the warm base burgundy needs to develop correctly. Don't skip it!
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Deepen Cool Red Tones with Hibiscus Tea

Use brewed hibiscus tea in both steps — in Step 1 when mixing Henna Pure, and again in Step 2 with the Burgundy powder. Hibiscus naturally amplifies the cool red tones that make this shade so richly wine-toned, without any additives or chemicals.

What You'll Need

Henna Pure powder (Step 1 — gray base)
Henna Rich Burgundy powder (Step 2)
Warm water or hibiscus tea
2 non-metallic bowls & spoons
Gloves
Application brush
Hair clips
Balm or oil (hairline)
Shower cap or plastic wrap

○ = strongly recommended for gray hair

Application Process

1 Henna Pure — Gray Base (Recommended)
2 Henna Rich Burgundy
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Step 1 — Cover Grays with Henna Pure
Recommended for gray hair — prevents pink/purple tones

Why This Step Is Critical for Burgundy

Warm copper base on gray strands Prevents pink or purple gray results Ensures rich, even burgundy coverage

Application Steps

  1. 1
    Mix Henna Pure — Blend powder with warm water or hibiscus tea until it has a smooth, yogurt-like consistency. Let sit for 2–3 hours for full dye release.
  2. 2
    Apply to Gray Hair Only — Start with clean, dry hair. Apply paste only to areas with gray hair — roots, temples, and any white strands.
  3. 3
    Cover & Process — Wrap with a plastic cap and leave on for 2–3 hours.
  4. 4
    Rinse & Dry — Rinse thoroughly with water only — no shampoo. Towel-dry or air-dry completely before moving to Step 2.

✨ After Step 1

  • Gray strands will show warm copper-orange tones — this is exactly what burgundy needs to develop correctly
  • Non-gray hair will have subtle warmth added
  • Hair must be fully dry before applying Burgundy mix
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Step 2 — Apply Henna Rich Burgundy
Main step — bold wine-toned finish

What This Step Achieves

Rich, wine-toned burgundy Deep red with purple undertones Long-lasting, nourishing color

Application Steps

  1. 1
    Mix Burgundy Powder — Combine with warm water or hibiscus tea (enhances the cool red tones) until smooth. Let rest for 30–45 minutes.
  2. 2
    Prep Hair & Skin — Apply balm or oil along your hairline, ears, and neck. Start with dry hair divided into sections.
  3. 3
    Apply All Over — Work through each section from roots to tips, fully saturating every strand for consistent coverage.
  4. 4
    Wrap & Process — Cover with a cap or wrap. Leave on for 3–4 hours for the deepest color results.
  5. 5
    Rinse & Reveal — Rinse thoroughly with water only. No shampoo for 48 hours — the full wine-toned burgundy develops as it oxidizes.

✨ Final Result

  • Hair may appear bright red right after rinsing — the burgundy/purple depth emerges over 1–2 days
  • Rich wine tone with cool red-purple undertones once fully oxidized
  • For a more intense result, repeat Step 2 after a few weeks as a glossing touch-up

🌟 Results & Pro Tips

  • Burgundy is the one shade where skipping Step 1 on grays can really backfire — the orange base is what stops pink or purple from developing on white strands.
  • Hibiscus tea in both steps amplifies the cool red tones that give burgundy its signature wine depth — use it every time.
  • Fresh-rinsed hair will look red and bright — wait the full 48 hours before shampooing to see the true burgundy settle in.
  • For more intensity over time, repeat Step 2 alone every few weeks as a color-refreshing gloss treatment.
  • Use a sulfate-free shampoo going forward to preserve the purple-red tones and keep the color vibrant longer.

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Rich red meets deep purple — all naturally. Everything you need is in the kit.

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