Caring for color-treated hair takes special attention. Hair can be more vulnerable after being dyed, so the right care is very important to keep it hydrated and healthy. Here's how to do it with eva+avo.
Why is caring for color-treated hair important?
Many people choose to dye their hair to wear the latest look, cover gray hair or simply try new trends.
But color-treated hair goes through special conditions to get the color you want, which often means using products that can damage it. Color-treated hair is more sensitive, and without the right care it can look dry, break and fall out much more easily.
So if you're going for a new look, keep caring for your color-treated hair in mind so you can keep it healthy, shiny, hydrated and frizz-free, while helping the colors you chose stand out and stay vivid and bright.
Characteristics of color-treated hair
Color-treated hair has a few characteristics that call for special care. Some of them are:
- It's much more sensitive to sun, pool chlorine, sea water, pollution and the chemicals in shampoo and other hair products.
- It breaks more easily.
- It tends to be dry.
- It can lack shine and softness.
- It's prone to falling out.
Tips for caring for color-treated hair
Take note of these tips for caring for color-treated hair and you'll have colorful, shiny, healthy hair:
Look for natural options
When dyeing your hair, always look for the most natural options available. Using chemicals to dye your hair can cause permanent damage to its health, leading to dryness, hair loss and irritation.
Use products made especially for color-treated hair
One of the biggest mistakes in caring for color-treated hair is not using products made especially for this type of hair.
Look for color-protecting products like shampoo and conditioner. You'll notice your color lasts longer and your hair shines and becomes more manageable.
Don't dye your hair too often
It's a good idea to leave enough time before touching up your color or getting a new treatment to change shades and style.
The recommendation for caring for color-treated hair is to wait at least two months, so your scalp and hair don't get worn out and damaged in the process.
Be careful with heat
Because color-treated hair is more vulnerable and delicate than natural hair, it needs more care, and that includes less exposure to heat.
Cut back on flat irons and blow dryers to avoid burning your hair, which makes it break and fall out easily and also lose its color and shine.
Don't wash it every day
Another tip to include in caring for color-treated hair is not washing it every day, and avoiding very hot water when you do.
Try using cool or lukewarm water to strengthen your scalp, keep your shine and protect your color.
Use fabric accessories that don't damage color-treated hair
Avoid very tight hairstyles, and ponytail holders or accessories made from materials that can break and damage your hair. Don't tie it up while it's still damp, and choose materials like cotton to cover your hair without breaking it.
For caring for color-treated hair, it's always best to wear it down and natural.
Products for caring for color-treated hair
Two things define us at eva+avo: we believe in the power of nature to support your well-being, and we love creating hair care products responsibly.
We use natural ingredients, drawing on all their properties and benefits to create formulas free of sulfates and parabens that protect every hair type, including color-treated, curly and damaged hair that needs special care.
Here are some eva+avo products that are ideal for caring for color-treated hair.
Sulfate-free and paraben-free Cleansing Shampoo
Shampoo is the first product to think about when caring for color-treated hair. At eva+avo, we've created a sulfate-free, paraben-free cleansing shampoo formula that protects dyed hair with the power of avocado and rosemary oil.
Keep your hair color vivid and bright while your hair grows strong and hydrated. You'll notice the difference!
Hydrating Conditioner
Hydrating conditioner is a must for caring for color-treated hair. Keeping your hair hydrated is essential for staying healthy after dye treatments and other color processes.
Nourishing Hair Mask
Hair masks are an ideal treatment for color-treated hair, since they nourish hair to protect its color and help it grow healthy and strong.
Apply a nourishing hair mask twice a week to help your color-treated hair get rid of toxins and grow healthy. Masks promote growth, help prevent hair loss and keep hair shiny. You'll also be able to style it easily and give it more movement.
No-rinse hydrating conditioners or styling creams
Sometimes color-treated hair can become rough and hard to style. A styling cream or no-rinse hydrating conditioner helps you detangle your hair easily without damaging it, while adding shape and volume.
The advantage of no-rinse conditioners is that they make the hydrating effect last longer.
Hair oils: the secret for color-treated hair
Hair oils add softness, shine and an extra touch of hydration. Everything you need for caring for color-treated hair. We recommend using a hair oil with natural ingredients like avocado and rosemary oil, which strengthens your hair, nourishes your scalp and brings back its shine while protecting your color.
Discover our eva+avo 5-step kit, perfect for caring for color-treated hair and for every hair type in general, helping it grow healthy and strong and look so shiny you won't believe it.
