Mom Considering 6-Year-Old's Request To Dye Hair Sparks Debate: 'Simple No'

A mom has sparked debate online after asking for advice following her six-year-old daughter's request to dye her hair.

On the popular conversation forum Mumsnet, the user Sometimeswinning explained: "So, she's asked several times to do it. Any recommendations as to what to use on her blonde/brown hair color?"

She continued to ask: "Any reasons I shouldn't do it? If it's judgment reason I'm not bothered, more checking in if it's not worth it because it won't last or make a difference."

When it comes to dying your hair at home, anyone who has picked up a box dye will be aware of the many caution warnings that come along with DIY dye.

While there aren't specific ages for when it is a good idea to dye your child's hair, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recommends keeping hair dyes out of reach of children.

In 2017, the BBC in the U.K. issued a warning on guidelines for hair dye for children, explaining that hair dye manufacturers say they are not intended for anyone under the age of 16.

Meanwhile, the U.K.'s Hairdressing Federation, which promotes best practices in the profession, says that its members should never apply dyes to anyone under the age of 16.

But the question from the mom sparked debate on Mumsnet, with differing opinions being shared in the comments.

"The answer is simple: No, you can dye your hair when you are grown up. I wouldn't want toxic chemicals on my child's hair or scalp, I can tell you that. And frankly, it's unsuitable," said one Mumsnet user.

Meanwhile, another commenter said: "Is there something wrong with the color of her natural hair? No of course there isn't."

"No need to compromise. A simple no is all that's needed," said one reply.

But another reply suggested: "Oh let her, it's summer holidays. Just use the chalk or that stuff that washes out in a couple of washes, obviously not real adult hair dye."

"I wouldn't dye a 6-year-old's hair," said another reply: "But what about a temporary measure like colored hair spray that washes out easily?"

"I'd let her have a wash-in, wash-out during the school holidays," said another Mumsnet user.

Another mom suggested: "Get her some colored clip-in extensions, much easier, she can swap and change colors whenever she feels like it."

"Jesus just say no," said another disapproving commenter: "This is just the start of her being unsatisfied with her appearance. Eyebrows and lip fillers next."

Meanwhile, another reply said: "You need to learn to say no to your daughter."