If you have recently dyed your strands, everything from exposure to the sun to washing your hair will slowly alter the hair color. Luckily, there are a few simple steps you can take every day to protect your new look and limit fading. To help you maintain the vibrant hue for as long as possible, here are a few ways to delay fading.

Hair Care Tips to Preserve Your New Color

1. Use Color Conditioners

When color-treated hair is dehydrated and damaged, the pigment can fade quickly. That’s why you should only use conditioners formulated for dyed locks. They will help moisturize and restore the structure of damaged strands to protect the new pigment and give you silky hair.

2. Wet & Condition Hair Before Swimming

Chlorine in a swimming pool can strip color from your hair as well as the natural oils that keep it hydrated. Saltwater from the ocean is also damaging to hair color. Before you go swimming, dampen your hair and apply a leave-in conditioner. The solution will create a protective shield to prevent salt and harsh chemicals from binding to the strands. It will also provide additional moisture to prevent hair from drying out and becoming brittle.  

3. Limit How Often You Wash Your Hair

If you have a habit of washing your hair daily, avoid this practice to help the color last longer. The strands swell each time you shampoo, causing the pigment to rinse out. To prevent rapid fading, wash it every other day instead. If you’re tempted to wash to combat oiliness, use dry shampoo at the roots to add volume and absorb oils.

If you want to try a new hair color or need a touch-up to preserve your eye-catching hue, visit the professionals at Bloom Beauty Lounge in New York City. The stylists at this Chelsea hair salon use organic hair products to keep your locks healthy and radiant. They also offer haircuts and makeup. Learn more about their work with hair on their website, connect on Instagram to see pictures of client transformations, or call (212) 255-9355 to schedule an appointment.