Changing your hair colour is an effective way to transform your look or create the illusion of thicker hair. However, despite its upsides, there are also several drawbacks to colouring your hair. One of the most obvious drawbacks to colour treated hair is the loss of natural shine on the hair strands.
When your hair absorbs colour pigments, it alters the structure of your hair and its transparent surface. As the hair pigments travels from the outer layer of the hair and into the inner structure, it degrades the outer layer. This explains why coloured hair may feel rough to the touch and have an uneven texture.
If you want to improve shine on your colour treated hair, here are some hair care tips to adapt:
Pick the Right Hair Care Products
To restore shine on coloured hair, it is important to choose your products wisely. Specifically, opt for products designed to remove deposits and dirt on your hair that scatter light instead of reflecting it (for that healthy sheen). Also, choose a product that is designed to smooth out the hair cuticles so they lie flat on the surface and does not look dull. These factors contribute to helping your hair’s outermost surface reflect light better and look shinier.
Avoid Hot Water Shower
Showering with hot water has its drawbacks on your hair, especially colour-treated hair. Not only does it make your hair dry and rough, it also washes away the natural sheen of the hair. In the case of coloured hair wherein it can naturally look dull, this isn’t good news. Stick to lukewarm water when you shower or wash your hair. Then, a cold water rinse for the final wash will help seal the colour and shine into the strands.
Deep Condition Coloured Hair
A deep conditioning formula made with natural ingredients designed to nourish hair and give it shine is your best bet to reviving lacklustre coloured hair. Do this at least once a week to see a noticeable improvement in your hair’s natural sheen.
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