Is your fresh salon shade starting to fade within a couple of weeks? This happens — but it’s not a death sentence. By slightly adjusting your usual care routine, you can significantly extend color saturation without complicated procedures.
Why Color Fades
After dyeing, the pigment gradually escapes from the hair structure, and external factors — water, high temperatures, and harsh shampoos — only accelerate this process. To maintain brightness, you need to change a few daily habits.
Care in the First Days
Rule No. 1 — do not wash your hair immediately after dyeing. Allow the pigment to "settle" inside the hair: the sooner you wash your hair, the more dye will go down the drain. It’s better to wait a few days before the first wash.
Temperature and Water
When it’s time to wash your hair, pay attention to the water temperature:
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Hot water opens the cuticle and promotes faster dye washout.
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The optimal option is warm water, and finish washing with cool water to close the hair scales and lock in the pigment.
Choosing Products
The right products are key to color longevity:
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Use gentle shampoos without harsh surfactants, especially sulfates, which can wash out the shade.
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Always apply conditioner or balm after each wash — this helps to moisturize the hair and retain the pigment inside.
Moisturizing and Nourishing
Dyed strands tend to be dry — and dry hair loses color faster. Therefore:
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Introduce masks and serums for deep hydration into your care routine.
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Leave-in sprays and creams also help maintain shine and color saturation.
Protection from External Factors
To keep the color rich and vibrant:
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Heat protection is a must if you use a hairdryer, straightener, or curling iron.
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Sun rays and chlorinated pool water are powerful enemies of dyed color. Before swimming, wet your hair with clean water — this way, they will absorb less chlorine.
Oils and Oil-Based Products
Oil formulas effectively nourish and soften, but they can dissolve dye. Therefore:
- Apply oils only to dry and damaged ends to avoid premature color loss along the length of the hair.
