You’ve probably heard this one before. Squeeze some lemon juice into your hair, sit in the sun, and wait for magic. Well, magic takes time—like, a lot of time.
Lemon juice is a natural acid that gently lifts color when exposed to UV rays. But here’s the catch: it works best on already light or virgin hair (meaning hair that hasn’t been dyed). If you’re a brunette like I was, expect a subtle honey glow, not a bombshell blonde.
And please, don’t drench your hair in pure lemon juice and run outside. You’ll end up with sticky, crunchy strands and possibly a sunburned scalp. Dilute it with water, and always apply a conditioner afterward.
