5 THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE COLOURING YOUR HAIR
Are you thinking about switching up your style with a hot new hair colour? Here’s your cheat sheet to getting the perfect shade without the drama.
There’s nothing quite like a hair makeover to make you feel fantastic. A big chop coupled with a bold new hair colour can completely transform your look. Whether you’re bleaching it lighter, dying it darker or going for a surprising pop of pink - doing your homework is essential. Here are five things you need to know before switching up your shade
1. Home dye and salon dye will give you different results.
The first thing you’ll need to do is decide if this is a DIY job or one for the hair experts. To figure out what works best for you, consider these pros and cons:
DIY Box Dye
There are plenty of great at-home dye kits on the market, and there’s nothing wrong with taking your hair colour into your own hands. However, it is important to be realistic about what you can achieve by yourself.
Pros:
• Doing your own hair is super cost-effective when compared to a day at the salon.
• At-home dye kits give you the freedom to be spontaneous and experimental with your hair.
• Most kits come with everything you need to make it an easy process.
• Wash-out colours offer you the chance to experiment with a new look without the commitment or cost of a full head of hair colour.
• There’s no need to book a salon appointment in advance or worry about the levels of lockdown. An at-home makeover is always available!
Cons:
• If you don’t follow the steps correctly or overuse the products, you could be putting your hair’s health at risk. This applies especially to lighter shades that require a bleaching step.
• More complex ombre or balayage looks aren’t easy to achieve at home
• It can be messy! Colouring at home can lead to stained clothes and towels if you aren’t careful.
Salon Colourists
Who can deny the joy of treating yourself to a trip to the hair salon? Not us!
Pros:
• A pro colourist can help you get the perfect shade - whatever look you have in mind.
• There is less chance of hair damage or health risks.
Cons:
• A trip to the salon can work out costly. To avoid any surprises, ask your stylist for a quote beforehand.
• While at-home dye can offer immediate gratification, you may find yourself waiting a few weeks for a salon appointment.
2. A new colour will require maintenance.
Rocking a hot new hair colour isn’t a one-off affair. Your new look will require at-home maintenance and touch-ups down the line. You can prolong the life of your new colour by investing in the proper hair care. Colour-specific shampoos, conditioners and styling products work to keep your colour vibrant for longer, giving you more bang for your buck.
We love the TRESemmé Colour Revitalise Shampoo. For vibrant and long-lasting colour, this shampoo has been specially formulated to protect and moisturise colour-treated hair to keep it healthy.
If you’ve had a professional colouring or chosen a drastically different shade, make sure to book a follow-up appointment for around 6 - 8 weeks. You’ll need it for root touch-ups or toning.
3. Your hair might respond differently to the dye.
Everyone’s hair is unique. This means that the way your hair takes to the dye might differ too. If you’ve never dyed your hair, you may find that it’s easier to achieve your perfect hair colour, while hair that has been dyed might continuously need more treatments. Your hair’s health, porosity and texture will all play a role in how your hair responds to the colour.
4. You might have to update your makeup and wardrobe too.
It can be surprising to find that your new colour enhances different facial features or skin undertones. A drastic new colour might push you to adjust your go-to makeup palette or favourite fits. Lean into it and enjoy discovering a whole new side to yourself.
5. You’re going to feel like a million bucks
The feeling of a brand-new hair colour can be addictive! Whether it’s a bold change or a simple refresh, there’s nothing quite like the renewed energy that comes from a hair makeover.
Enjoy the attention, and don’t forget to snap a selfie
