Most people spent a lot of money on dyes, highlights and touch-ups. Many people start experiencing color loss weeks after they dye and that is because they are not taking enough precaution. But, the hair color does not have to fade too quickly.
This article is for those people who have hair color or are planning to color their hair as there are useful guidelines on how to stay with dye for long. A person who does not want to lose color in their hair should avoid hot showers. Hot water is responsible for making a person’s hair rough and dry as well stripping them of their hair color.
Cuticles open when you shower with hot water, and that is what makes the hair color fade away. Experts advice to use room temperature water for your hair. After washing your hair dry with a clean towel, condition and rinse off with cold water to close the pores. people will have their locks hydrated and beautiful if they follow this process.
Avoid washing hair all the time to make hair color last longer. Washing your hair with shampoo frequently washes away the hair color as well as stripping your hair of natural oils. Opt for dry shampoo to soak grease and also add volume to your hair. Sulfate-based shampoos have been proved to remove hair color quickly is used often. Sulfates should be avoided as it is harsh to the hair and it removes all the natural moisture and color.
If the moisture is lost from your hair that means the color will be lost also. Avoid hard water when washing your hair as it removes natural hair oils and hair color. Filters are good to eliminate soap build-ups as well as heavy materials present in the hair and that way the hair color will be retained for long.
Colored hair nourishes well with the use of deep conditioners. Most deep conditioners can make the hair become soft and appear shiny as well. Deep conditioners also prevent color fading and for the best results apply to the root of your hair. Leave the conditioner for about ten minutes to get the full benefits so do not wash it immediately after applying.
A shower cap will help build up heat making the conditioner penetrate better on your hair. Use jojoba oil as they are similar to natural oils produced by the hair. You can add jojoba oil to your shampoo or apply it on dry hair. The oil is good for preserving hair color as it moisturizes dry and wet hair.