Colour treated hair doesn’t have to be high-maintenance. Whether you’re a hair dye do-it-yourselfer or have a regular salon ritual with your colourist, we know it’s super important (and practical, tbh) to make that colour go the extra mile. But first… Before we dive into those six tips, let’s explore the different types of hair dye and the oft-asked “how long does hair dye last” question that constantly plagues hair colour aficionados.
Types of hair colour
Permanent hair colour
Like the name suggests, permanent hair colour is formulated to last the longest. It contains a full-strength developer to add to your natural hair pigment by penetrating the hair cuticle. Pretty cool, right? It should last until your hair grows out or until it’s time to recolour (a good 4-6 weeks). It’s true that permanent hair dye does start to fade, but the colour never really leaves.
Demi-Permanent hair colour
This one’s ammonia-free. Demi-permanent hair colour works by getting under the outer cuticle of the hair and coats the hair’s outer cuticle. Over time, the colour gets washed away, but it’s good for about 24-28 shampoos.
Temporary hair colour
Last, but definitely not least, temporary hair colour is great if you want to change up your look on the reg because it just coats the cuticle. It’s also our go-to for root cover-ups in between dye jobs. This one comes in all different forms from hair chalk and sprays to gels and masks and will last a few good washes.
Now that we covered the basics and delved into how long does hair colour last, we’ll move right along to share more about how to take care of dyed hair and which hair colour products you should add to your routine STAT.
Colour extender tip #1
Use a shampoo for colour treated hair. OK, this sounds like a no-brainer. But you’d be surprised at the harsh shampoos some people use on their newly dyed mane. (SMH!) The good news is, all (yep, all) of our OGX® shampoos are gentle and safe enough for colour treated hair.
Colour extender tip #2
Follow up with a conditioner for colour treated hair. A dynamic duo made specifically for dyed hair is going to keep that colour looking fresher longer. With 12 different OGX® conditioners for colour treated hair, you can’t go wrong.
Colour extender tip #3
Try a hair colour treatment to keep dyed hair looking healthy and feeling soft. We’re particularly fond of OGX® hair oils because they go from lightweight to heavy and can be easily added to your existing hair care routine according to your hair type.
Colour extender tip #4
Powered by bonding plex technology, our special anti-fade shampoo helps smooth the appearance of breakage, prevent future damage, and protect from UVA and UVB rays. This moisturizing shampoo also helps deeply nourish and strengthen strands, so your coloured hair looks and feels its best after every wash.
Colour extender tip #5
No matter what type, tone or colour hair you have, this OGX® Vibrant Colour Vibes hydrating conditioner helps keep your colour bright* while moisturizing and reviving damaged hair.
*Based on three to four washings per week with OGX® Vibrant Colour Vibes Shampoo and Conditioner.
Colour extender tip #6
Ditch the products with sulfates and harsh chemicals that can strip hair, dry it out and make your colour look dull. Good news is, that’s easy to do if you stick with OGX® products because our formulas don’t contain parabens but instead are filled with moisturizing/nourishing goodies. They also smell really, really good.
