INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Many people with darker hair may bleach or otherwise dye their hair at a salon. Before making a decision about dyeing your hair, talk to the hair stylist about potential damage.  If you're going platinum, there will be inevitably be some damage to your hair. A stylist may even refuse a platinum bleaching if your hair has been color treated previously as the damage could be more significant.  Talk to your stylist about how you want to lighten your hair. He or she can evaluate your hair's current condition and decide what color treatment will provide the least amount of damage. Damage caused by bleaching and dyeing is worse when it's close to your scalp and follicles. You should let your roots grow out at least a half an inch before getting a touch up. This can help minimize damage. Hair grows about a half inch per month on average, though this can vary by person and time of year. This means that it’s best to get a touch up every 4 to 6 weeks. Salon-dyed hair with professional products is probably the best way to go – it uses less harsh chemicals than at-home treatments. If you dye your hair at a salon, though, it may still need extra care afterwards. Talk to your stylist about how to give your hair extra TLC after dyeing.  Ask your stylist for recommendations for moisturizing conditioners and other at home treatment options. Hair dye can cause hair to be dryer than normal.  Consider a pre-wash primer before washing your hair. This can help block water, making a dye job last longer.  Consider coconut oil or protein-based conditioners. These can help fix damage done to hair via dyeing and bleaching.

SUMMARY: Talk about potential hair damage. Leave your roots alone. Take extra care of your hair after dyeing.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Your friends can help you, comfort you, and get you out there having a good time. You don't have to do anything particularly special. Try planning a movie night, going to the zoo, hitting the beach, or trying a new restaurant. Remember the fun you used to have with them and try to recapture that part of your life. Lean on your friends as you deal with a broken heart. Give yourself a chance to vent to someone who completely has your back. Use this time to reinvent yourself by exploring potential areas of interest for you. It's never too late to be the person that you have always wanted to be! Explore new hobbies, try new foods and live a life of excitement and novelty every day.  Pick up a new skill. For example, you could try glass-blowing, ceramics, a new instrument, or cave diving. Invite friends to try these new things with you if you prefer, or do them alone. Volunteering will help you see the real impact you have on people's lives, and can show you how fortunate you are to have everything you do. Find a local homeless shelter, soup kitchen, nursing home or school to volunteer at and focus on helping others. Research local organizations with missions that align with your passions and volunteer with them. If you have the time and resources, caring for a pet can be a rewarding and healing experience. Consider adopting a cat or dog from your local shelter. That way, you'll gain a new friend and also save the life of an animal that deserves a forever home.  If you rent rather than own your living space, make sure you're allowed to have a pet by checking with your landlord first. Having a pet can also help you connect with other pet owners. For example, if you walk your dog at the park, you can chat with other dog owners. If you already have a pet, spend more time with them. Bring home a new toy or a special treat and just enjoy their company. After whatever time you deem necessary, you might feel ready to date again. You'll meet interesting new people and it may help you to move on. However, don't feel pressured to date if you aren't emotionally ready! Take your time.  Once you do start dating, you don't have to get serious with someone else right away. Move at a comfortable pace and try to avoid rebound relationships. If you've spent very little time in your past being single, or if you seem to have relationships one after the other without a break in between, you may need to watch out for rebounding.

SUMMARY:
Spend quality time with your friends. Channel your energy into new activities. Volunteer in your community. Adopt a pet for comfort and companionship. Start dating again when you feel ready.