HAIR TIPS
Maintaining Color Treated Hair
So to properly take care of your hair and help the color last longer, you might need to discontinue use of your current shampoos, conditioners and hair styling products, and purchase some that are specifically designed for color or chemical treated hair. In addition to this, here are some other tips that you should keep in mind:
Tips For Lasting Color
1. Before you step into a pool treated with chlorine, wet your hair with spring water to dilute the chemicals.
2. When you’re sitting poolside or on the beach for extended amounts of time, it’s smart to wear a hat to
keep the sun from fading your colored hair.
3. After you’ve washed your hair, spray a leave-in conditioner onto tresses. Next use a wide-tooth comb
3. After you’ve washed your hair, spray a leave-in conditioner onto tresses. Next use a wide-tooth comb
beginning at the ends, and moving up to the root, while working the tangles out as you go.
4. When you’re using a towel to dry your hair, avoid rubbing it vigorously; instead, use a blotting motion to
4. When you’re using a towel to dry your hair, avoid rubbing it vigorously; instead, use a blotting motion to
squeeze the moisture out gently. Don’t twist your hair into a towel turban with extremely wet hair so as to
avoid breaking fragile strands.
5. If you have to use a blow dryer, it’s important not to over-dry your hair. A better idea is to spray your
5. If you have to use a blow dryer, it’s important not to over-dry your hair. A better idea is to spray your
hair with heat protecting spray before using the blow dryer. Next, dry your hair while leaving a little
moisture; this will prevent static in your hair.
6. When you’re styling hair that has been dyed, it is important not to be aggressive with blow dryers or
6. When you’re styling hair that has been dyed, it is important not to be aggressive with blow dryers or
other heat tools.
7. If you’ve already colored your hair, do not use hair lighteners or lemon juice in your hair. You risk
7. If you’ve already colored your hair, do not use hair lighteners or lemon juice in your hair. You risk
severely damaging your hair if you do so.
8. When you’re applying conditioner, you should only apply it to the tips of your hair because the roots are
8. When you’re applying conditioner, you should only apply it to the tips of your hair because the roots are
oftentimes oily.
Clarifying Shampoos for Color Treated Hair
Clarifying Shampoos for Color Treated Hair
Clarifying shampoos like Redken Hair Cleansing Cream Shampoo or John Frieda Luxurious Volume Full Clarity Clarifying Shampoo are good to remove copper, iron and hard water minerals that can build up on all hair types. Use a clarifying shampoo once or twice a month for a boost of shine. As long as you only use this product a couple of times a month, it’s safe for dyed hair.
Dry Shampoos for Color Treated Hair
For shampoos that you’ll be using on a regular basis, be sure that the shampoo is designed to protect color treated hair. Some good shampoos to try are Oscar Blandi Shampoo for Chemically Treated Hair, and Yes To Cucumbers Daily Makeover Shampoo. Both of these products will hydrate and protect your newly colored hair quite well.
Shampoo for Color Treated Hair
Dry Shampoos for Color Treated Hair
For shampoos that you’ll be using on a regular basis, be sure that the shampoo is designed to protect color treated hair. Some good shampoos to try are Oscar Blandi Shampoo for Chemically Treated Hair, and Yes To Cucumbers Daily Makeover Shampoo. Both of these products will hydrate and protect your newly colored hair quite well.
Shampoo for Color Treated Hair
You don’t need to wash your hair every day; in fact, it’s recommended to only wash your hair 3 or 4 times a week. Use a dry shampoo like Full Detox Rub-Out Dry Cleansing Spray by Ojon, or TRESemme's Fresh Start Dry Shampoo between washes to keep your oil and odor at bay, while fighting off dryness. By not washing your hair with traditional shampoo every day, you’re able to keep hair color from fading and losing its brilliance.
Shampoos for Sun Exposure Color Treated Hair
For summer months when you’ll be out in the sun and water quite a bit, use a shampoo that fights against sun damage like the one made by Redken called Color Extend Sun After-Sun Shampoo. Also, AG Hair Cosmetics Tech Two Protein-Enriched Shampoo has double the protein and moisturizers of your every day shampoo, and adds more shine and elasticity to hair that has been damaged due to repeated heat styling, sun, chemical treatments and coloring.
Conditioners for Color Treated Hair
Conditioner is a must-have product for anyone with hair, but especially for color or chemically treated hair. Dualiste Dual Benefit Color Protection + Intense Hydration Conditioner by Nexxus will give you soft silky hair, and shield hair color from stripping. Another conditioner worth purchasing is Neutrogena Triple Moisture Pure Strength Conditioning Treatment for it’s ability to reverse damage to brittle, dry and weak hair; plus you’ll be protected from further damage.
Conditioning Masks for Color Treated Hair
Conditioning masks are good for color or chemically treated hair to keep it from future damage and dry frizzy hair; use a conditioning mask a few times a month. As far as products go, try using Blow Hair Care Damage Control Restorative Hair Mask because it’s sulfate and paraben-free, which enhances shine and softness thus making hair easier to style and manage. Another conditioning mask to try using is EverPure Rosemary Mint Moisture Deep Restorative Masque by L’Oreal, which is also sulfate free and great for color treated hair. Keep in mind that masks are known for their rich ingredients like olive oil, Panthenol, Aloe Vera, and Biotin, which also reduces split ends.
Styling Products for Color Treated Hair
Use Oscar Blandi proteine di jasmine Protein Mist for Restyling on dry hair before using your blow dryer, straightener, hair rollers, or curling iron to keep static at bay, as well as help you to keep from over-drying.
AG Hair Cosmetics Spray Fixx Colour Protection Hair Spray will protect color at the same time it is providing a firm hold and shine. This product is flake-free, color-safe, salt-free, and Paraben-free.
A quality leave-in treatment that is great for colored hair is Infusium 23 Leave-In Treatment. You can use this product before using heat tools on clean wet or dry hair.
Frederic Fekkai Coiff Pre-Style Thermal/UV Protectant spray is a thermal heat protecting spray that gives you UV protection from the sun as well. Spray onto clean hair, comb through your hair, and then style.
Neat Hair Styles for Naturally Curly Hair
Curly hair can sometimes be a challenge. But it is also one of the most beautiful textures of hair to have. One of the main things you can do to keep your curly hair healthy is to give it plenty of moisture. A deep moisturizing treatment once a month at a salon or at home is essential for curly hair to control frizz and dryness. Use a moisturizing conditioner each time you shampoo and use frizz preventative products and styling products made for curly hair to give your curls definition and shine. You can wear your hair short, medium or long. Curly hair doesn’t mean you’re stuck in a rut; curly hair gives you many styling choices.
Hair Styles for Curly Hair
A very neat hairstyle for short curly hair is a pixie. Pixies were popular in the 1960’s and 1970’s and their appeal has never faded from fashion. You can have a closed cropped pixie or leave your hair a bit longer. Use a styling paste to define your curls or give you a smoother look. Bangs are a cute addition and your stylist can tailor your cut to your facial shape.
Bobs are some of the most classic hairstyles and have been popular since the 1920’s. Have your stylist cut your hair a bit longer than you want it since curly hair draws up as it dries. You can have a graduated bob with the back shorter than the front; a stacked bob gives you a slightly more defined lock than a graduated bob and is also a good choice for short curly hair. Bobs can be very short, above your jaw line, at your jaw line or below your jaw line depending on how long you want your hair to be.
You may also want to consider a layered look. Layered cuts bring out the natural curl and body of your hair. If you opt for a layered cut ask your stylist for professional products to define your curls. This is a great cut to bring out the natural beauty of curly hair and is practically maintenance free. With a layered cut you will be able to wash and go.
For a more polished look choose a medium length or long blunt cut. The longer you have your hair – the looser you curl will be. This is because the weight of your hair pulls your curls down and makes them looser. Use a large barrel curling iron to define your curls. Always use heat protective products before you use any high heat tools like curling irons and flat irons to protect your hair from breakage and damage. You can control the tightness of your curls with the diameter of the barrel of your curling iron.
For special occasions, pull your hair up in a messy bun and let your curls fall. Up-dos are great hairstyles for curly hair. You can wear your hair half up and let your natural curls fall down your back. Add some pretty hair clips or pins for an extra bit of glam. Curly hair is beautiful. Embrace your natural curls and try out some of these neat hairstyles for curly hair.
AG Hair Cosmetics Spray Fixx Colour Protection Hair Spray will protect color at the same time it is providing a firm hold and shine. This product is flake-free, color-safe, salt-free, and Paraben-free.
A quality leave-in treatment that is great for colored hair is Infusium 23 Leave-In Treatment. You can use this product before using heat tools on clean wet or dry hair.
Frederic Fekkai Coiff Pre-Style Thermal/UV Protectant spray is a thermal heat protecting spray that gives you UV protection from the sun as well. Spray onto clean hair, comb through your hair, and then style.
Neat Hair Styles for Naturally Curly Hair
Hair Styles for Curly Hair
A very neat hairstyle for short curly hair is a pixie. Pixies were popular in the 1960’s and 1970’s and their appeal has never faded from fashion. You can have a closed cropped pixie or leave your hair a bit longer. Use a styling paste to define your curls or give you a smoother look. Bangs are a cute addition and your stylist can tailor your cut to your facial shape.
Bobs are some of the most classic hairstyles and have been popular since the 1920’s. Have your stylist cut your hair a bit longer than you want it since curly hair draws up as it dries. You can have a graduated bob with the back shorter than the front; a stacked bob gives you a slightly more defined lock than a graduated bob and is also a good choice for short curly hair. Bobs can be very short, above your jaw line, at your jaw line or below your jaw line depending on how long you want your hair to be.
You may also want to consider a layered look. Layered cuts bring out the natural curl and body of your hair. If you opt for a layered cut ask your stylist for professional products to define your curls. This is a great cut to bring out the natural beauty of curly hair and is practically maintenance free. With a layered cut you will be able to wash and go.
For a more polished look choose a medium length or long blunt cut. The longer you have your hair – the looser you curl will be. This is because the weight of your hair pulls your curls down and makes them looser. Use a large barrel curling iron to define your curls. Always use heat protective products before you use any high heat tools like curling irons and flat irons to protect your hair from breakage and damage. You can control the tightness of your curls with the diameter of the barrel of your curling iron.
For special occasions, pull your hair up in a messy bun and let your curls fall. Up-dos are great hairstyles for curly hair. You can wear your hair half up and let your natural curls fall down your back. Add some pretty hair clips or pins for an extra bit of glam. Curly hair is beautiful. Embrace your natural curls and try out some of these neat hairstyles for curly hair.
