Color Care

 There are several different things you can do to take the best care of your color-treated hair. One of the most important steps is to find color enhancing shampoos and conditioners that work best for you. Redken has a good product line, but another brand I really like is biolage color care shampoo. No matter the brand you choose, make sure it's specifically for color enhancement, this step alone can help your hair keep its color so much longer.

One thing that is very helpful in maintaining color-treated hair is to not be in the sun for extremely long periods of time. Too much sun and heat can dry hair out, especially if it has been chemically treated. However, if you are planning on being in the sun for a good amount of time, using a conditioner or moisturizing balm before will help protect your hair from potential damage.

As far as showering goes, use those special color-treatment shampoos and conditioners. Follow the normal procedure of washing your hair, but as you rinse, use warm to cold water. Hot water dulls color quicker and is not as good for hair in general.

A good tip, not just for colored hair, but any hair you want to keep healthy, is to get it trimmed often. Hair goes through a lot on a daily basis and the damage can be ruthless. Getting it trimmed eliminates the dry, damaged ends, and enables your hair to stay healthy and grow faster.

So there you have it, a few simple, hopefully helpful, hints that will enable you to keep your color-treated hair looking fantastic for a long time!