Hair Colour Conditioner

Why is it important to use hair colour conditioner?

Without the right colour shampoo and conditioner for coloured hair, molecules of colour pigment wash out of your hair. Over time, they’re also destroyed by exposure to heat, UV rays, chemicals, mineral deposits and other environmental factors.

A conditioner for coloured hair is formulated to help prevent colour fading. It coats and seals the hair strands, to lock in colour.

Also, molecules of colour pigment adhere the best to hair that’s healthy. Fading is much quicker if hair is dry, porous and brittle.

The hair dying process itself can have a drying effect on hair. This is why it’s important to use a deep conditioner for coloured hair.

The best conditioner for colour-treated hair

The best conditioner for coloured hair:

• • • is free of harsh chemicals
    • includes highly nourishing oils and vitamins
    • seals the hair cuticle against damage and moisture loss.

The best hair dye conditioner will also depend on your hair colour.

Colour-protecting conditioners are available specifically for bright colours such as red, or for brunette or blonde hair.

Rainbow conditioners, suitable for a wide range of colours, from pink to blue, green or purple, are also available.

How often should you use a colour protecting conditioner?

If your hair is colour treated, you should be using a colour conditioner. Ideally, use a protecting shampoo and conditioner each time you wash your hair.

The right anti-fade conditioner won’t make your hair heavy or more prone to oiliness. Instead, it will add shine and keep your hair healthy and vibrant.

Conditioner for bleached hair

When a colour treatment requires bleaching, your hair will inevitably take a bit more damage. These conditioners are available specifically for bleached hair or hair that has had strong highlights added.

If your bleached hair feels a bit dry or brittle, use a conditioner every time you wash it. It’s also a good idea to consider using a conditioning hair mask occasionally.

Can you use a leave-in conditioner on colour-treated hair?

Leave-in conditioners are great for detangling frizzy hair and protecting your hair during styling. They also add extra hydration.

If you’re going to use a leave-in conditioner, stick to one that specifies it’s safe for treated hair. Other products may contain chemicals that cause loss of fading of colour.

If in doubt, rather stick with a trusted hair choice that you rinse out.

What is colour depositing?

Colour depositing is trendiest hair colour and has taken the world by storm. These are formulas with vibrant pigment that come in a shampoo or conditioner form and deposit colour to pre-lightened blonde hair. Now you can cleanse or condition the hair while colour is applied. Not only is the hair revealed to have vibrant colour but the hair’s condition is vastly improved – a win-win solution for hair and colour care.

When should I use colour depositing?

Colour depositing is the perfect solution between colour services to maintain and refresh the colour. As soon as you have left the salon after your colouring treatment, the colour will begin to fade or wash out as underlying tones begin to show beneath the coloue and when the hair is exposed to harmful environmental aggressors such as UV rays from the sun. A few weeks after colouring, you are counting the days till your next service. Colour depositing is the solution for this. When it is applied to faded colour, it refreshed and revives the colour with a new and brighter finish and effectively extends the life of the colour.

Using colour depositing products is also great for trying out new tones. You can mix and match colours or change your hair colour completely if the colour is applied to pre-lightened hair. Once you have reached your desired colour, take a break from depositing colour and you can maintain that tone until your next colour service.