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How to Wash Color Treated Hair
3/7/2015
Washing color treated hair is a little different than dealing with normal hair. Most people simply grab products that are listed for all hair types. These shampoos and conditioners are great for people who have healthy hair that is their natural color, but they’re not so great for people with dyed hair. While you may want things such as coconut-derived cleansers or products that feature seaweed extract, you also need some specific ingredients that will help ensure that the color stays in your hair for as long as possible.
When you first get your hair colored, your hairstylist will give you very specific instructions on how to treat it. This will include when to wash it and what kinds of shampoos and conditioners to use. It’s very important to pay attention to this and use a special shampoo and conditioner that’s been specifically formulated for colored hair. This is because shampoos normally include ingredients that remove the oil, dirt, and color molecules from hair. This means you’ll be washing out your hair dye every time you shampoo.
Shampoo that’s designed for color-treated hair should not include any sulfate, and it should also be alcohol-free. This will help prevent the shampoo from removing the hair dye. But that’s just one part of the formula. You also want to be certain you’re getting shampoo that contains things that will help keep your hair color bright and vibrant. Oat, wheat, and soy proteins can be very helpful in this area.
There are some products that are designed for certain hair colors, too. Red hair dye tends to fade more quickly than other colors, so there are some products that focus on keeping the red in your hair longer. Ask your hairstylist for their recommendations, and be sure to look at all of the options before you purchase a shampoo.
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