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How To Summer-Proof Colored Hair

The right products and determination can indeed help keep the color intact.

Text Başak Ulubilgen

July 20, 2023

Taking care of your color-treated hair requires a little extra attention, but the results are well worth it with the right products and routine. Following simple yet effective steps, you can maintain vibrant and healthy-looking locks for extended periods, ensuring your color stays as stunning as the day you walked out of the salon. Remember, a consistent hair care routine and gentle products are vital to keep your color-treated hair looking its best.

First, invest in a sulfate-free shampoo and conditioner specifically formulated for colored hair. These will help preserve your color while hydrating and nourishing hair strands. Remember to wash your hair with lukewarm water to avoid stripping away the color. Another essential step is incorporating a weekly deep conditioning treatment into your routine to restore moisture and prevent breakage. Guarding your hair against heat damage is a must. Before styling with hot tools, always spritz on a heat-protectant spray to shield your hair from more damage. Finally, limit your exposure to direct sunlight and chlorinated water as much as possible. Here, we’ve handpicked ten products to make your job much easier and the protection routine efficient. 

Aveda Color Control Shampoo, $124

A color-preserving formula that cleanses, conditions, and safeguards hair. This gentle yet effective shampoo protects hair color while nourishing botanical extracts leave the locks looking soft. The refreshing aroma is a major plus!

Bumble and Bumble Illuminated Blonde Shampoo, $85, available at Sephora

Packed with calming and moisturizing ingredients like chamomile and honey, this shampoo adds an extra oomph of shine to your blonde strands, helps get rid of brassiness (a blonde’s bane of existence), and leaves your hair feeling softer after a wash.

David Mallet Mask No.3 La Couleur, €58

Filed under: Stuff that works. Created by one of our favorite salons, his mask penetrates deeply, providing intense hydration and enhancing the vibrancy of your hair color. This mask is for those seeking a long-term remedy for maintaining the hair color. Ideal for a weekly deep conditioning treatment.

K18 Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask, $75

This innovative formula works wonders by targeting and repairing the structural damage within each hair strand. Infusing essential proteins help restore elasticity and overall health to the hair. The rightfully-hyped brand’s patented peptide technology offers a relatively quick, 4-minute leave-in treatment.

Hair Rituel by Sisley Color Beautifying Hair Care Mask, $110

This luxurious mask helps seal in color and revitalize and reinforce each strand with a blend of botanical extracts and potent antioxidants. The result? Achieving a brighter shade on color-treated hair.

Christophe Robin Colour Shield Cleansing Mask, $49

This unique two-in-one formula cleanses the hair while protecting and enhancing its color. The creamy texture gently removes impurities while surrounding your strands with a veil of nourishment.

Briogeo Color Me Brilliant Color Protect Primer, $28

This lightweight primer creates a protective barrier, shielding your hair from damage caused by styling tools and environmental factors like the sea and pools. It promotes color longevity with an efficient mix of essential oils and antioxidants.

Kérastase Chroma Absolu Hair Mask, $68

Here’s one with potent anti-fading agents. The smart Kérastase mask shields your hair from the season’s external aggressors while preserving its vibrant hue. The deep conditioning formula nurtures and strengthens each strand, resulting in a smooth and healthy texture.

Davines MINU Conditioner, $27

The lightweight conditioner is formulated with caper blossom extract to moisturize and detangle the hair while enhancing the radiance of color. The antioxidants in the conditioner help protect the hair from environmental stressors, ensuring the color stays intact.

Urban Care Pure Coconut & Aloe Vera Color Protecting & Strengthening Leave-In Conditioner, 315 TL

This leave-in conditioner is designed to prevent color fade with moisture-locking coconut oil and protective aloe vera. Use it at the beach after a swim or after a bath.

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