Hair Color Pros and Cons | Post Care Tips for colored hair

First time getting your hair colored? Here's all the information you need. You can't use your regular shampoo and conditioner anymore. We answer all the questions you might have about coloring your hair.

When you color your hair for the first time, it can make a big difference. But color jobs need a lot more care “Even for all women who go for hair coloring” than regular hairstyles. We asked Rakhi, one of the most experienced hair experts we could find, for straight-forward tips on how to take care of colored hair.
Scroll down to see her advice.

How does coloring your hair change it?

The hair color business has changed a lot over the years, so it makes sense that the colors have become less harsh. Still, it is a chemical treatment that should be done by a pro. "Hair color has become gentler and now damages hair less," says Rakhi, who works with a lot of famous people. "How hair color changes your hair, though, depends on the color you choose and how you put it on. There are many temporary colors, permanent colors, semi-permanent colors, permanent colors without ammonia, and pre-lighteners on the market today. How long the color lasts depends on how it is made, how it is put on, and how deeply it gets into your hair. "Semi-permanent colors work on the surface of your hair and are almost completely washed out after a couple of washes. They don't last as long as permanent colors. For permanent colors, the pigments go through the hair's cuticles and into the cortex. At the same time, they lighten the natural base and add the tones you want. Bleach or pre-lightener, on the other hand, takes away your natural color and then adds the color you want," she says.

How does coloring your hair help and hurt you?

"The right hair color can make your best features stand out. As your hair falls around your face, it can make your face shine, and the way you do highlights can also shape your face. It's a beautiful change that shows more individuality. But at the end of the day, even if you use the mildest color possible, it will still damage your hair because it works on the cortex level of your hair, depending on how light you want it to be.
When you use treatments like Olaplex, your hair is less likely to break and is less likely to be damaged. This makes your hair stronger and better able to handle chemical treatments in the future.
After coloring your hair, you need to take care of it properly. You can't just color it and forget about it. Rakhi says, "You must have a good shampoo, conditioner, hair mask, and leave-in conditioner." In the first few weeks after you color your hair, you want to make sure the color stays and lasts as long as possible. In the later weeks, you want to make sure your hair stays strong.

How does hair color affect different hair textures?

The process of dying your hair can strip it of moisture, which can make it dry. Because of this, you must use deep conditioning hair masks and treatments after coloring your hair. "The color can damage your hair even more if you have frizzy hair and use a lot of bleach or very light oxidants.
When hair loses its elasticity, it looks frizzier, more brittle, and less full of life. When this happens, the texture will change slightly. Rakhi says, "Very curly hair might even get a little less curly because of the damage.

How should you take care of your hair if you've chosen a global hair color?

Choosing a single colour for all of your hair? Rakhi gives you her best advice on how to take care of your new hairstyle. "Global hair coloring isn't as bad for your hair as highlights or pre-lightening. 

Invest in a good shampoo and conditioner that will keep the color in your hair, and finish with a mild leave-in conditioner. Every six months, give your hair a color wash without ammonia to keep it looking bright. "It's up to you if you want to color your roots as they grow," she says.

What you should do to take care of your hair if you have highlights?

Most people choose a highlight color that is a couple of shades lighter than their natural base color or the first color they used. "Your hair care routine needs to be a little stricter here because there is a lot more color and oxidants. 

You should "talk to your hairstylist and/or colorist" and use shampoo and conditioner made for your new hair. Talk to your hair expert about the best hair masks and treatments to keep your hair soft and keep the color from fading. 

Your hair will be prone to drying out. "It's important to do a weekly mask at home or in the salon, and you should also use a leave-in conditioner after every wash," says Rakhi.

How to take care of your hair if it has red or orange tones?

The best way to care for your hair after coloring it depends on how much lighter your hair got. As a general rule, you should use products that make your hair stronger and protect its color. "If you want to keep bright colors like red or burgundy from fading, choose a shampoo and conditioner with special pigments that help keep those colors bright. Indian hair has a lot of natural red and orange undertones that make it look very warm. So, to keep that from messing up your color, Rakhi says to use these pigmented products after checking with your hair colorist about how often to use them. This will keep your color looking fresher.

If you colored your hair with bleach, how should you take care of it?

When bleach or pre-lightening treatments are involved, you can't get away from the damage they cause, even if the quality of the colors gets better. "Bleaching your hair raises the cuticles, which makes it easy for hair to knot and tangle. This is why it's important to condition after every shampoo to smooth down the cuticles, lock in moisture, reduce knots, and add shine. If you bleach your hair, you should always use a treatment like Olaplex or something similar. Make sure you get a treatment that locks in the color right after you color your hair to help it last longer. If you've bleached your hair, you can use a stronger mask once a week to protect the color. You should switch between a conditioner that protects the color of your hair and one that strengthens it. Also, don't skip your hair spa sessions, which are important for keeping your hair in good shape. Add a detangling spray to your routine, since going blonde makes your hair knot up a lot. Rakhi says.