When Going Color --Hair!
When you leave the salon and your hair's the perfect shade, you feel like a million bucks. Your hair color is really an investment in your appearance, and you want it to stay looking great. So wait at least a whole day before washing it. After that, try to shampoo only two or three times a week to keep the color really true. On the days you skip shampooing, you can still use conditioner.
Best Shampoo for the Job
Are you using the right shampoo? They're not all exactly the same.
Use a color -safe shampoo and conditioner that don't contain sulfates, which can dull and fade your hair Color-safe formulas help you keep that salon-fresh look and vibrant color.
Are you using the right shampoo? They're not all exactly the same.
Use a color -safe shampoo and conditioner that don't contain sulfates, which can dull and fade your hair Color-safe formulas help you keep that salon-fresh look and vibrant color.
Water Helps and Hurts!
Did you know water can fade color faster? So wash your hair with lukewarm water. Also watch out for chlorine when you go swimming. It can change your hair color and damage the outermost layer of hair strand, which may already be damaged by he coloring process. Before you get to the pool, wet and condition your hair, and put on a tight-fitting swimming cap.
Did you know water can fade color faster? So wash your hair with lukewarm water. Also watch out for chlorine when you go swimming. It can change your hair color and damage the outermost layer of hair strand, which may already be damaged by he coloring process. Before you get to the pool, wet and condition your hair, and put on a tight-fitting swimming cap.
Go Deep
Colored hair begs for extra moisture. Deep conditioning can help it stay vibrant and manageable.
At home, mix equal parts of avocado, almond oil, and vitamin E oil. Apply it to damp hair and let it soak in for 10 minutes before you rinse and style as usual. You can buy serums and other deep conditioners if you don't to mix your own. For a splurge, consider a salon deep- conditioning treatment.
Colored hair begs for extra moisture. Deep conditioning can help it stay vibrant and manageable.
At home, mix equal parts of avocado, almond oil, and vitamin E oil. Apply it to damp hair and let it soak in for 10 minutes before you rinse and style as usual. You can buy serums and other deep conditioners if you don't to mix your own. For a splurge, consider a salon deep- conditioning treatment.
Don't Let the Sunshine In
It's great to get outside on a beautiful day, but it's not great on your hair. Strong sunlight can leave your color dull and lifeless
Try spritzing o a hair oil mist that contains UVA and UVB filters to protect your hair. A hat works even better Wear one whenever you go out in the sun.
Gray is an Expert Matter
Eve if you've been coloring your hair at home for years, the results may not be as good if you're starting to go gray. That's when it's time to call pro. Grey hair tends to be wiry and difficult to color evenly.
Quick Root Cover
When you have to stretch out color appointments, a temporary root cover can help out in a pinch. These products come in pens, sticks, or formulas that brush on and rinse out completely after a few shampoos. These are handy when you need a quick fix, but you shouldn't rely on them.
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When you have to stretch out color appointments, a temporary root cover can help out in a pinch. These products come in pens, sticks, or formulas that brush on and rinse out completely after a few shampoos. These are handy when you need a quick fix, but you shouldn't rely on them.
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