Hair coloring appointments are popular for clients year-round. Although they provide beautiful results, many clients may look to spread appointments out to save some money. Maintaining your hair at home can be done with simple steps and additions to your current routine. Whether your roots need a touch-up, your color is starting to fade, or you’re unable to make it to the salon for your touch-up, our stylists have you covered. Learn below how to maintain your color between salon visits so you can refresh your hair at home before your next appointment!
Wash Your Hair Less
Everyone follows a different hair-washing routine, but washing your hair less can provide some benefits if you want to maintain your hair’s color. Over washing your hair can strip away your hair’s natural oils, leading to dryness and less shine. This results in your hair color fading quicker in between appointments. If you are looking to protect your hair from fading quickly, consider spreading out your hair-washing days. Everyone has different hair textures, but avoiding washing your hair daily is a good start. Soon, you can adjust a new wash routine and maintain your color as long as possible.
Use The Right Products
If your hair is colored, it’s crucial that you use the right products. Sulfate-free products and color-safe options are critical in maintaining a luscious color and shine. For color-treated hair, consider using purple shampoos to prevent brassy tones or fading from hurting your hair’s shine. These products are sulfate-free and won’t damage the natural oils in your hair or strip away the hydration your hair needs to look and feel its best between appointments.
Use Heat & Sun Protection
Protecting your hair from UV and high heated tools is crucial for healthy hair and bold color. Whenever you are going to use a straightener, curling iron, or other drying or styling tool, be sure to use a heat protectant. This will protect your hair from the high temperatures so you can maintain your hair color and prevent breakage. During the summer months, when you may be outside more often at the beach or pool, don’t forget to protect your hair! Colored hair will fade more quickly in the sun, especially when the UV is high. Consider wearing hats when possible or purchasing a sun protectant spray for your hair. This will keep your hair from fading quickly over the summer, so you can spend less time at the salon and more time enjoying the weather!
Consider Gloss & At-Home Treatments
Additional treatments and products at home can help extend the color of your hair. After you have your hair appointment, discuss adding a gloss with your stylist. A salon-quality gloss will help lock in the color and refresh your hair between appointments. Other hair masks and leave-in conditioners can be recommended for use at home to lock in moisture and prevent color fading. Adding these additions weekly/monthly into your healthy hair routine will help you notice a significant difference in hair health and prevent you from constant touch-ups at the salon if you are looking to save!
Schedule A Color Touch-Up With The Stylists At Salon Viva
Whether you are looking for a color touch-up or want to change your style completely, the stylists at Salon Viva are ready for you! We work with natural yet effective hair coloring products and services so you can look and feel your best day in and day out! Contact our salon in Taunton, MA, to get started on booking your appointment today! 508-828-9399