Playful hair colors are everywhere, on all ages and all genders, and hair chalk lets you join in the fun without the commitment. Before I went for permanent dye, I bought myself a set of hair chalk because it’s temporary and washes out with normal shampoo so it’s a great way to try out fun colors.
If you’re new to hair chalk, head on down to the end of the article for tips on how to get the most out of your chalk.
Give hair chalk a try. It’s impossible to be in a bad mood when your hair is pastel.
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1. Edge Blendable Hair Chalk
Pros:- All the colors of the rainbow
- Good for black hair
- No mess applicators
- Blendable
- Goes on bright
- Option of metallic
Cons:- Harder to wash out of blonde hair
- Metallics are only mildly shimmery
- Not for all over coverage
This is a cream chalk that comes in handy applicator pens. These go on bright and stay much longer than powder chalks. The color seals itself pretty well once it has dried, but you’d still be safest keeping your hair off of clothes you care about and it will likely rub off on your pillowcase.
This set comes with 6 chalk pens for a full gradient of the rainbow. It’s a cream so you’ll have that tacky, hair product feeling but it won’t dry out your hair like powder chalk.
Edge Hair Color is harder to get out of blonde hair, but it’s also a chalk that works pretty well with black hair with a few layers. These pens are also available in metallic.
Find more Edge Blendable Hair Chalk information and reviews here.
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2. Alex Spa Hair Chalk Party 2 Go
Pros:- Mix of rainbow and metallic colors
- Cream chalk for less mess
- Comes with other kid-friendly hair products
Cons:- Definitely for kids
- Leaves hair stiff and tacky
- Not for all over color
If you’re looking for something for a birthday or slumber party for kids this is a great option. It’s recommended for ages eight and up and comes with 12 hair chalk markers as well as a comb, beading tool with 30 beads, and 30 hair elastics.
It’s a cream chalk which is much easier than powder for kids to use and makes less mess. It will leave hair feeling a little bit stiff but easily washes out. Seven of the markers are rainbow colors and five are metallic.
Like most hair chalk, it works better on light hair than dark, but if what you’re looking for is something that will keep a small group of children occupied for a while, this fits the bill.
Find more Alex Spa Hair Chalk Party 2 Go information and reviews here.
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3. Nevayah Hair Chalk Pens
Pros:- Easy applicator
- Less mess
- Vibrant hues
- Blendable
- Safe for skin
Cons:- Can leave hair tacky
- It’s great for dark hair
- May bleed on clothing
Nevayah’s Hair Chalk Pens are a cream chalk that comes in applicators that look a lot like markers. The coloring tip is much larger than a marker and you can get more by twisting the bottom, just like a tube of lipstick.
The pens are great because it makes the chalk easy to put on and keeps it off your hands. It comes with six bright colors, one for every color of the rainbow. Since it’s a cream, it’s easier to blend together with other colors so you can get a really neat ombre effect.
It does tend to make your hair feel a little like you have wax or gel in it, so it’s probably best to style your hair first and then add your color. I love that it’s safe for skin so you can go really wild with you designs. You might want to go for updo’s as this can leave some traces on your clothes, although it should wash out.
The box says it lasts for three days, but it’s really more like two. As far as color goes, this one is pretty vibrant, especially on lighter hair and also comes in a metallic set.
Find more Nevayah Hair Chalk Pens information and reviews here.
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4. Hair Chalk Combs
Pros:- Easy applicator
- Six colors
- Blendable
Cons:- Hair spray is a must
- Leaves hair a little tacky
- If the chalk breaks, it's hard to use
I think these Chalk Combs are genius. It’s a hairbrush with hair chalk in it. That’s about as simple as it gets. You brush your hair with the color of your choice and there’s your color.
They’re about the size of a small travel brush you might put in your purse and the set comes with six different colors. It is a block of chalk so if you’re too rough on it, small bits of chalk can break off as you brush so be sure to be gentle.
The applicator on this makes it really nice for roots too. I have blue hair and this would be a great thing to touch up my roots between colorings. It’s a cream chalk so it will leave your hair feeling a little waxy, but that also means it’s easily blendable with other colors.
This one really needs a hairspray seal because it does tend to run if you get sweaty or step out into the rain.
Find more Pinky Petals Hair Chalk Combs information and reviews here.
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5. Meis Hair Compact Chalk Set
Pros:- Less mess than powder chalk sticks
- Vibrant colors
- Unique compact design
Cons:- Compacts are a little flimsy
- Still makes some dust
- Chalk starts to bleed if you sweat or get wet
The Hair Compact unique take on powder hair chalk. It comes with six bright colors in a clam-shell case that resembles a makeup compact with the chalk on the bottom and a sponge where the mirror would be.
The way this works is you place the strand of hair you want to color in the compact and then close it. The sponge holds the hair against the chalk and you can glide the compact down your hair to coat the strand. This way you’re avoiding the messy hands and the sticky residue of cream chalks.
It’s a really neat design but you’ve got to be careful not to squeeze too hard because the compacts are not as sturdy as I’d like them to be. It is a powder so it’s still probably going to drop some colorful dust, but it makes the process go a lot quicker.
Find more Meis Hair Compact Chalk Set information and reviews here.
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6. 24 Hair Chalk Set
Pros:- Huge variety of colors
- Safe on skin
- Easy to remove
Cons:- Makes some dust going on
- Gets all over your hands
- Only really lasts a day
This is a huge 24-color set of powder-type chalk. It’s more solid and doesn’t have the same greasy feel as cream chalks. The set comes with 24 colors, which is pretty much all the colors you could possibly ask for.
This is the full rainbow plus some. These are safe on skin which is good because unless you wear gloves it’s going to get all over your hands when you’re applying it. You probably also want a towel to protect your clothing as you work.
It looks great on light hair, but darker colors will need to add water to get the brightness you’re looking for. It leaves your hair feeling chalky, but, I mean, it’s chalk. This definitely needs to be set with a curling or flat iron and hairspray to keep from brushing off.
What I like about powder chalks like this is that they wash out so easily. It doesn’t feel like a fight to get your normal hair back. Make sure you condition the daylights out of your hair afterward since chalk can absorb your hair’s natural moisture and dry it out.
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7. Qivange Hair Chalk Set
Pros:- 12 color set
- Include glitter shades
- Blendable
Cons:- Needs to be set with heat
- Glitter will get everywhere
- Not for all over color
This set of 12 creamy hair chalk markers includes six rainbow shades and six glitter shades. That sparkly shimmer adds a little something extra to make your fun hair stand out.
The markers twist up, like lipstick, though the set still recommends gloves because applying it can be bit of a rainbow mess. They work best on lighter hair, like all hair chalk.
You’ll want to apply these to damp, clean hair and then then use a hairdryer to set the color. These work best for creating fun streaks and not for all over color. They’ve got good staying power and wash out with shampoo.
Find more Qivange Hair Chalk Set information and reviews here.
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How to get the most out of your hair chalk.
Once the chalk is in, you'll want to set it with either a curling iron or flat iron and then seal with hairspray to keep it from shaking off onto your clothes.
Cream chalks are a little less messy and don't always need to be set or sealed, but the hairspray is a huge help in keeping the color where you want it.
Hair Chalk tips for hair types.
Blondes: Colors are going to show up easily so you can basically use anything. If you use it on wet hair, the colors will be brighter but they also might stain. If you need Friday's green gone by Monday morning, apply it to your hair dry.
Brunettes: You can get vibrant hues by either spritzing your hair with water, dipping the chalk in water, or both. It's going to take more rubbing than with blondes.
Black Hair: The colors are stacked against you but all is not lost. If your colors aren't as bright as you want, you can chalk your hair with white first and then layer colored chalk over it. Not conditioning your hair beforehand will also give the chalk a better grip.
Color-Treated: For those of us who have danced with dye before, your hair is more absorbent and likely to hold onto the colors longer, so just be aware of that.
When it's time to wash it out, go for a clarifying shampoo. Some hair types might need a couple of washes. If your hair feels dry afterward, follow up with a deep conditioning treatment.
Some say you can use chalk pastels from the craft store, but there's a reason professional pastel artists wear masks. The pigments in those things are stuff you don't want to breathe in like chrome and nickel. They aren't meant to be on your body. Spring for cosmetic-grade hair chalk. Your lungs will thank you.