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How to Maintain Your Hair Color During Hot Days

Worried about your hair colour fading in the sun? These tips are for anyone looking to keep their vibrant hue intact during hot days.

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Why this worksSun exposure can break down the colour molecules in your hair, leading to dullness and fading. Additionally, heat can dry out hair, making it more porous and susceptible to colour loss. Protecting your hair from UV rays and maintaining moisture levels are key to keeping your colour fresh.

The ritual, step by step

  1. Use UV Protection Choose a leave-in conditioner or hair mist that offers UV protection. Apply it generously before heading outdoors to shield your colour from harmful rays.
  2. Limit Heat Styling Try to reduce the use of heat styling tools like straighteners and curling irons. If you must use them, apply a heat protectant spray to minimise damage and colour fading.
  3. Hydrate Your Hair Incorporate a deep conditioning treatment once a week to help maintain moisture levels in your hair. Well-hydrated hair holds colour better and looks more vibrant.
  4. Opt for Cool Rinses After washing your hair, finish with a cool rinse. This helps to seal the hair cuticle and lock in your colour, keeping it looking fresh for longer.
  5. Stay Out of the Pool Chlorine can strip away hair colour, so try to avoid prolonged exposure to pool water. If you do swim, rinse your hair immediately after to remove chlorine.
60-sec versionSpray UV protection, hydrate weekly, and avoid heat styling.

Where people go wrong

Many people forget to reapply UV protection after swimming or sweating. Others might use too much heat on their hair without protection. Skipping deep conditioning can also lead to dryness, making colour fade faster.

The pro moveConsider wearing a hat for extra protection against the sun's rays.
Check out the video for seven expert tips on preventing fading.

Shop the routine

UV protection hair mist Shields hair colour from sun damage. Amazon → Heat protectant spray Minimises damage from styling tools. Amazon → Deep conditioning treatment Keeps hair hydrated and colour vibrant. Amazon →

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Good questions

How often should I reapply UV protection?

Reapply every few hours, especially after swimming or sweating.

Can I use regular conditioner instead of deep conditioning?

While regular conditioner helps, deep conditioning treatments provide more intense hydration.

Is it okay to wash my hair daily?

Washing daily can strip natural oils; aim for every other day if possible.

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