With the onset of winter, our hair and skin scream of dehydration and dryness. Therefore to keep them nourished and hydrated at all times, we need to take extra care of the brittle ends and dry pores. It is a season of warm tones which further inspire us to change our hair colour to carry a vibrant and fresh touch. Many women opt for an ash-to-dark burgundy touch with slight highlights which require bleach. This can make the hair more brittle and dry in winter.
However, it is safe to say that one can colour their hair in the winter season, but it requires extra precautions and care. To maintain your hair quality and at the same time to make the colour stay for longer, one should start with the do’s and don’ts of winter hair colouring and follow these tips religiously to maintain your long and luscious locks.
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Let’s take a look at the Dos first
Opt for natural hair colour: Always confirm whether the hair colour you’re using has no trace of ammonia and hydrogen peroxide, which makes the hair strands brittle and the colour also fades away quickly.
Always prep your hair before colouring: You should start prepping your hair before a week and keep the strands and scalp nourished with natural oils, and hair masks. This would give you extra hydration and would boost colour retention as well.
Limit heat styling: Avoid using straighteners, curlers, and blowers for a while as they also can fade your hair colour. However, if you wish to carry a straight-sleek look, then always protect your hair first with a heat protectant spray and then start your styling activity.
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Let’s take a look at the Don’ts now
Avoid taking showers with hot water: Hot water usually opens up the hair cuticle which causes the hair colour to fade faster. Therefore, rinse your hair with cold or lukewarm water in winter.
Stop washing your hair frequently: Try washing your hair twice a week. If you wish to keep your hair colour longer then stop making the shampoo your best friend and opt for dry shampoo to get the bouncy effect, as frequent washing fades the colour faster.
Never skip deep conditioning: The winter air is always dry which can leave your hair dehydrated. This can get worse after colouring. To ensure that your hair is getting proper hydration and nourishment, start deep conditioning at least twice a week after colouring to restore moisture, improve colour longevity, and strengthen your hair strands.
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Bottom line
Maintaining vibrant, smooth, and healthy locks in winter can be a task. It can get more crucial if you have your hair coloured in this season. But with simple everyday measures and consistent care, you can take a breath from the issues of seasonal drying, damage, and fading of hair colour.
Source: times of india
