Vivid hair dyes can be an exciting way to update your look. But it is important to keep in mind that vivid hues require bleaching in order to appear, with darker natural hair colors necessitating slower bleaching steps in order to prevent damage to the locks.
This hair dye offers a gentler alternative to traditional box dyes that balances vibrant color with conditioning agents for maximum care and shine. Not only that, it is vegan-friendly with antioxidant-rich oat flakes and chamomile flower extract to nourish both hair and scalp during coloring.
How to Get Vibrant Hair
Vivid hair dyes don’t last forever and may fade quickly. To extend their color’s longevity, however, there are some tricks that can help – like using a lightener before applying dye or selecting a semi-permanent formula that won’t require bleaching.
To prolong the vibrancy of your vibrant locks, try investing in a color depositing shampoo. This will add subtle tints of hue with every wash – just be sure to choose a sulfate-free shampoo and conditioner with UV protection to keep your strands healthy and vibrant!
Remember, however, that social media posts may have been edited or filtered, so don’t expect your hair to look exactly the same in real life as it does online. Furthermore, always opt for ammonia- or PPD-free dyes in order to prevent harsh chemicals drying out your locks as well as allergic reactions; to add extra shine and gloss your locks may require application of hair gloss as well.
Choosing the Right Color
Hair color can be an invaluable means of self-expression, and selecting the ideal shade can make a striking statement about who you are as an individual. For best results and vibrant, long-term hues, choose colors that complement your skin tone and individual lifestyle.
Cool complexions generally look best with shades such as ice blonde and true red; warm complexions can rock golden, strawberry, or caramel hues. If you need help choosing what colors would look best on you, seek professional advice and ask a stylist.
Keep in mind that vivid dyes fade faster than other colors, so additional maintenance may be necessary. Washing with cold water and using color-preserving shampoos designed for vivids will extend their longevity; weekly nourishing treatments can also keep it looking vibrant. Avoid touching up too often – doing so could cause the dye to bleed or dull prematurely.
Lightening Your Hair
Millennials likely remember Sun In, the hair-lightening spray that allowed you to achieve blonde streaks for your Roxy swimsuit and glow under blacklight. Similar products have now made an appearance on TikTok and are becoming increasingly popular with those seeking a sun-bleached look without risking permanent damage.
Unfortunately, these sprays contain plain hydrogen peroxide that lifts pigment off strands, leading to damage and dryness. “These products can be very drying on hair by stripping away natural oils that protect it and leaving it dehydrated,” according to Helen Reavey of Act+Acre.
If you’re seeking an all-natural way to lighten your hair, cassia, indigo and henna may provide just the results you’re after. Many semi-permanent dyes available today are PPD and ammonia-free to provide a more gentle experience when dyeing. Keep in mind though, that these semi-permanent hair dyes can fade rapidly under direct sunlight so if you want the results long term then consistency with these semi-permanent options is key for maintaining them!
Touching Up Vibrant Hair
There’s nothing quite as fulfilling as leaving a salon looking and feeling fabulous, yet maintaining that fresh-from-the-salon vibrancy between salon visits can be tricky. Thankfully, there are effective strategies available that can help maximize your bold color investments.
Make sure to visit a salon every six to eight weeks to keep your color looking bright and fresh. Professional services offer expert tips on at-home care as well.
Use sulfate-free shampoos and color-preserving conditioners to protect your investment in hair color. Rinse with cool water instead of hot water as this may open the cuticle and seep color through.
Avoid swimming in chlorine or salt water as both can be damaging to colored hair. Wear a swim cap or apply leave-in conditioner prior to submerging yourself in either of these waters, and limit washings to no more than two or three times weekly.
