Around this time of the year, whether it be for going blonde for the summer, being lightened by the suns natural bleach, chlorine or any other reason, it is all too easy for ones hair to take a turn for the worse. If not looked after properly, it can become nasty very quickly, but there is no need to let it be in anything less than tip top condition if you take good enough care of it. From brassy and straw-like to golden, healthy and nourished, these are my tips for getting your hair back into the best condition possible.
Toning: No-one likes a brassy blonde, but the tones are all too easy to creep in after significant lightening of the hair, so to keep them at bay it is imperative to tone your hair at least a couple of times a week. This sounds way more exciting than it really is, and actually just involves using a specially formulated shampoo and conditioner, which are usually purple or blue in tone (opposite to yellow on the color wheel) to counteract any yellowness. Try it, you'll be amazed at the difference it makes!
Product Recommendations: John Frieda Sheer Blonde Purple Shampoo, L'Oreal Colour Correct Conditioner
Washing: Every needs to wash their hair, but when you hair has been damaged, it's best to skip the everyday wash and opt for a more low maintenance routine instead. Shampoo can be really stripping on hair, so it is good when your hair is a bit more fragile to give it a bit of a rest and let it recover in between washes. You should also think about following up shampoo and conditioner with a heavy duty hair mask to really nourish the hair, and let the moisture penetrate. Leave them on for 10 minutes, wash them off and say hello to silky smooth hair!
Product Recommendations: Moroccan Oil Repair Shampoo and Conditioner, Macadamia Intensive Conditioning Mask.
Aftercare: It goes without saying that heat is bad for your hair, but when it is in bad condition, you really need to make sure that you step away from the heat tools. It can lead to snapping, split ends and dry, frizzy hair from the dehydration, avoid at all costs. It's also worth noting that you should try and brush your hair as lightly as possible, and avoid dehydrating products like hairspray, unless specially formulated to cater to those who need more moisture. After washing, follow up with lots of oils to help lock in the moisture and keep hair nourished. Best applied when damp, these oils will soak into the shaft providing the moisture that your hair so desperately needs, keeping it nourished and looking its best.
Recommendations: Morrocan Oil Original Treatment, Organix Argan Oil, Morrocan Oil Hairspray
So those are my top tips for keeping hair in its best condition, what are yours?
