You’ve just left the salon with that perfect colour, shiny, rich, and full of life. Fast forward a few weeks, and it’s looking a little duller than you remember. Don’t panic, colour fading is totally normal, but with the right care, you can extend that salon-fresh look for much longer. Here’s how to protect your pigment, boost shine, and keep your colour looking vibrant between appointments.
1. Switch to a Colour-Safe Shampoo and Conditioner
Regular shampoos can strip pigment and natural oils, leaving hair dry and dull.
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Kérastase Chroma Absolu Range – Gently cleanses while sealing in colour and preventing fade.
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Oribe Shampoo for Beautiful Color – Protects against UV damage and oxidation for lasting vibrancy.
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2. Wash Smarter, Not Harder
Washing your hair too often is one of the fastest ways to fade your colour.
💧 Tip: Stretch wash days with a dry shampoo and use lukewarm (not hot) water to keep cuticles sealed and pigment locked in.
💛 Try this: Oribe Gold Lust Dry Shampoo – Instantly refreshes and absorbs oil without dulling your shine.
3. Treat Your Hair Weekly
Coloured hair needs extra hydration and repair to stay glossy.
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Kérastase Chroma Filler Masque – Deeply nourishes and strengthens colour-treated hair.
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Olaplex No.3 Hair Perfector – Rebuilds broken bonds caused by colouring and heat styling.
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4. Protect Your Colour From Heat and UV
Sun exposure and styling tools can both cause pigment to fade and hair to lose its gloss.
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Kérastase Chroma Thermique Heat Protectant – Shields from heat up to 230°C while enhancing shine.
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Color Wow Dream Coat Supernatural Spray – Locks in moisture and creates a humidity-proof, glossy finish.
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5. Add a Gloss or Shine Serum
A high-shine finisher not only makes your colour pop but also seals the hair cuticle for longer-lasting vibrancy.
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Oribe mirror rinse – Lightweight, high-gloss finish without heaviness.
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Kérastase Elixir Ultime Refillable Oil – Enhances shine and nourishment while protecting colour.
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6. Refresh With a Toning or Colour-Boosting Treatment
Between appointments, a colour-refreshing mask or toner keeps your tone bright and balanced.
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Goldwell Dualsenses Color Revive Conditioners – Adds pigment and revives colour at home.
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Maria Nila Colour Refresh Masks – Temporary colour boosts with softening care.
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Keeping your colour salon-fresh doesn’t have to be complicated. With the right mix of gentle cleansing, weekly treatments, and protective styling, your colour can stay glossy and vibrant right up until your next appointment. Explore Allure by Epic’s range of professional colour care essentials and keep your shade looking flawless every day.
