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Colored hair- protection and care
Whether you choose a subtle balayage or straight highlights, it's important to know how to care for and protect your colored hair. What's more, salons are expensive and you've probably spent a lot of money to achieve your desired hair color.
With a little extra care and attention, your dyed hair will remain healthy and shiny for much longer.
Keep your hair moisturized
Keep your hair as moisturized as possible, as it becomes dry and brittle after coloring.
Deep moisturization helps hair retain moisture, giving it softness and shine. It's also a good idea to hot oil your hair at least three days before coloring. Hot oil treatments not only nourish the hair, but also protect it from drying out.
Wait before shampooing
After coloring your hair, wait at least 72 hours before shampooing. The ammonia present in the dye opens the scales of the hair, allowing the color to penetrate the hair shaft.
If you use shampoo immediately after coloring your hair, there is a risk that the hair color will fade and dull immediately. Remember to choose a shampoo without sulfates
Sodium Laureth Sulfate is one of the most common ingredients in shampoos. Using sulfates on color-treated hair is a bad idea, as it can strip your hair of both color and moisture.
If you want to make sure your hair color lasts longer, choose a sulfate-free formula specifically for color-treated hair. Organic shampoos based on natural ingredients that are gentle on hair are also a good alternative.
Check the water temperature
A hot shower may seem wonderful, but it's best to avoid washing your hair with hot water. This strips hair of its natural oils and causes color to fade. When washing your hair, it is recommended to adjust the water temperature to lukewarm or cold.
Avoid washing your hair every day
The most effective way to protect colored hair is to avoid washing it every day. Daily shampooing washes the color out of the hair, leaving it dry and dull. Limit washing your hair to no more than two to three days a week. If you find it hard to kick the shampooing habit, go straight to the conditioning step.
Protect your hair from the heat
Dyed hair is more susceptible to damage and sensitive to heat. If you want to keep your hair color looking fresh, it's important to reduce heat exposure from hair dryers, straighteners and curling irons. If you absolutely need styling tools, invest in a good heat protectant spray to minimize the damaging effects of heat on your hair.
Use a hair mask
Whether you color your hair or leave it in its natural state, a hair mask is a very good option. It acts as a powerful conditioner that can greatly improve the condition of your hair. You can buy one from the store or make your own mask at home, using natural ingredients such as aloe vera and coconut oil.
Protect your hair while swimming
The water in swimming pools contains chlorine, which protects it from bacteria. It's important to protect your hair before taking a dip in the pool by applying conditioner before swimming, oiling your hair or wearing a swim cap.
When you're done swimming, rinse your hair thoroughly with clean water. For extra nourishment, apply a leave-in conditioner to your hair after rinsing.
Can I oil my hair after coloring?
Yes! Coconut oil can benefit all hair types-especially dry, damaged and color-treated hair.
Chemicals present in hair dye can cause hair to become dry and rough, but coconut oil counteracts these effects. It nourishes and moisturizes hair, stimulates hair growth, repairs damage and does not cause color fading.
All you need to do is apply a few drops of coconut oil to your hair, leave it on overnight and wash it off in the morning. Your dyed hair will certainly thank you for it.
In conclusion, what to avoid with dyed hair:
- Avoid using shampoos that contain sulfates. Sulfates can be too strong and strip color from dyed hair.
- Avoid using too much heat. Styling tools such as hair dryers, curling irons and straighteners cause long-term damage to hair.
- Avoid using hot water to wash colored hair.
- Avoid shampooing too often.