Caring for Your Colored Locks
Fall is officially here, and that means a new hair color for many of us. Maybe you went from a summery blonde to a rich copper, or maybe you decided to darken your locks for the colder months. No matter what your new color is, you’ll want to make sure you protect it! In this blog post, we’ll look at some of the best products for caring for your colored locks to help you keep your hair color vibrant and/or locks healthy all autumn long.
Recently, we highlighted the importance of using quality products to care for your hair. With fall upon us and new cuts and colors everywhere, it’s more important than ever to ensure you’re using the best products for your hair type. Otherwise, all of that time and money you spent at the salon could be for naught.
When it comes to shampoo and conditioner, there are a few things you’ll want to keep in mind. First, if your hair is colored, you’ll want to use products that are specifically for color-treated hair. These products will help to extend the life of your color and keep it looking fresh. Second, if you have any specific hair concerns, like damage, frizz, or dryness, you’ll want to use products that target those issues as well.
We can’t stress enough how important it is to protect your new hair color –especially this winter– with the right products. Not only will you be preserving your look but also making sure that every strand is well nourished. Using high-quality salon shampoos, conditioners, serums and masques by brands like Oribe, R+Co, and Kérastase, you can keep your hair color looking fresh and vibrant all season long.
While there are many hair products available, today we are going to focus on some Kérastase products for your color, whether new or tried and true.
Kérastase has a line of products specifically for colored hair, called Chroma Absolu. The Chroma line covers a variety of needs for all types of colored hair, whether you have highlights, single process, or ombre. Their Blond Absolu line is perfect for keeping blondes looking fresh and preventing brassiness. Absolu Blond also addresses a variety of needs for all of our blonds out there.
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Hyaluronic Acid Duo
A key ingredient in Kérastase’s Absolu lines is hyaluronic acid. The most powerful moisturizing ingredient known to science, hyaluronic acid, possesses the incredible ability to hold 1000 times its weight in water. That’s why it is the best polymer — natural or artificial — for absorbing water, and a key ingredient in moisturizing products.
The new Hyaluronic Acid Duo is formulated with low- and high-weight hydrating molecules to provide enhanced hydration. The high-weight hydrating molecules help repair the hair cuticle, which prevents further damage to hair. The low-weight hydrating molecules penetrate the hair shaft to hydrate the hair from within. So no matter how extreme the blond or intense the red, with the right products, your hair can be healthier and happier.
Let’s take a look at the available products in these two lines.
Blond Absolu
Blond Absolu is the ultimate hair care for all types of blonde hair combining Hyaluronic Acid and Edelweiss flower to deeply nourish the hair fiber and neutralize brassiness.
Blond Absolu is perfect for keeping your hair looking healthy and your color from fading. Blond Absolu instantly delivers long-lasting fiber care and immediate brass-fighting action to help you obtain the perfect blonde look. Blond Absolu maintains and improves cool colors by neutralizing UV rays, hydrates and fortifies the hair fiber, and illuminates the hair from within.
Kérastase’s line of products for blondes is perfect for keeping your hair looking healthy and your color looking fresh.
Bain Ultra-Violet Purple Shampoo with Hyaluronic Acid for colored hair is a frequent recommendation here. We love this purple shampoo because it is formulated with Hyaluronic Acid, which helps keep hair looking healthy and vibrant and the purple pigment in the shampoo tones down brassy and yellow tones in blonde hair.
Bain Lumière with Hyaluronic Acid for all blonde hair types is a favorite because it’s a great way to add hydration and moisture to your hair. This product is perfect for those with dry, brittle, or damaged hair as it helps to repair and protect your strands. We also love how this product can help to enhance the shine and luster of your hair. If you’re looking for a product to help improve the health and appearance of your blonde hair, we highly recommend Bain Lumière with Hyaluronic Acid.
Le Bain Cicaextreme Shampoo is a great choice if you have lightened or highlighted hair. Because you need a shampoo that can give you ultra-moisture, we recommend this shampoo that is specifically designed to help those with sensitive hair types maintain hydration levels. The cream in the formula helps to soothe the scalp and restore balance. Plus, it’s gentle enough for daily use. So if you’re looking for a shampoo that can help you keep your hair healthy and hydrated, give Le Bain Cicaextreme Shampoo a try.
Cicaflash Conditioner with Hyaluronic Acid for all blonde hair types is a powerful hydrating conditioner that can help to repair and protect the hair. The conditioner also contains a number of nourishing ingredients, such as Argan Oil and Vitamin E, which can help to repair and protect the hair from damage.
Cicaplasme Hair Serum Heat protectant with Hyaluronic Acid for all blonde hair types because it is a great heat protectant, and it helps to keep your hair healthy, happy, and hydrated. You can use this heat protectant on wet or dry hair. If you are using it on wet hair, towel dry your hair first and then apply the serum evenly throughout your hair. If you are using it on dry hair, you can just apply it to your hair and style as usual. We recommend using this serum before you use any heat styling tools, such as a curling iron or flat iron. This will help to protect your hair from heat damage.
Sérum Cicanuit Hair Serum is a lightweight and intensive overnight hair care product for all blondes. This powerful serum helps you achieve 89% less breakage. A restorative serum, Sérum Cicanuit helps you have sleek, damage-free locks by smoothing out roughness caused by stressful color treatments such as bleach, and helps you achieve up to 89% less breakage. So no more messy bobs! The powerful hydrating formula also helps hydrate your newly processed strands while they’re still intact, which means that when it’s time to style in the morning, there will be plenty of shine, along with manageable ringlets.
Kérastase Chroma
Kérastase Chroma is a line of hair care products specifically designed to protect and prolong colored hair. The ingredients are enriched with antioxidants, UV filters (which prevent fading), hyaluronic acid which replenishes lost moisture in your strands while also strengthening them against breakage due to both chemical damage or over-styling techniques.
Healthy hair has never been so easy to achieve. With this line, you can get the color that’s perfect for your lifestyle without sacrificing healthy strands, of course!
The Bain Chroma Respect Shampoo is a sulfate-free and gentle cleanser that will not strip color from your hair. It’s perfect for fine or medium colored locks to maintain their vibrancy, unlike other harsh chemicals found in most commercial shampoos, which can lead you down an inevitable path towards gradually losing all shades of pigments due over time! For best results, follow with the Fondant Cica Chroma Conditioner after every wash; this product works wonders when applied regularly because it helps build up natural oils within each strand so they stand tall against dryness better than ever before
Fondant Cica Chroma Conditioner deeply hydrates and conditions color treated hair. We love how this product helps to strengthen the fibers and add shine. It leaves hair feeling silky smooth. It’s also great for taming frizz and flyaways. Plus, the scent is absolutely amazing! We definitely recommend this conditioner for color treated hair.
Kérastase’s Soin Acide Chroma Gloss Hair Gloss Treatment is a leave-in hair serum that helps to smooth and protect the hair while providing it with intense shine. The Soin Acide Chroma Gloss is enriched with an array of nourishing ingredients, including Keratin and Argan oil, which work together to help restore the hair’s natural moisture balance. This treatment also contains UV filters that help to protect the hair from environmental damage. Use once a week for best results.
Serum Chroma Thermique Hair Serum A frizz-reducing blow dry heat protectant for color treated hair. This amazing serum is perfect for those with color treated hair who want to protect their locks from heat damage while reducing frizz. The unique formula contains heat protectant properties that help to shield hair from the damaging effects of hot tools, while the anti-frizz active ingredient helps to keep hair smooth and sleek. Apply a small amount of the serum to damp hair before blow drying for best results. Can be used daily.
Chroma Filler Hair Mask is a deep conditioning treatment that helps treat damaged hair and strengthen the fibers. The best time to use it would be once per week, but you can also apply this product daily if your color treated locks need more moisture than usual. This unique formula contains keratin and wheat proteins that work together to fortify each strand while adding shine. Chroma Filler is also perfect for those who have dry, brittle ends that are difficult to tame. Simply smooth it on from root to tip, leave it in for three minutes, then rinse thoroughly.
Vert Chroma Neutralisant Hair Mask for dark brunettes is a tone perfecting hair mask for color treated hair. This hair mask is perfect for dark brunette hair that has been color treated. It will help to neutralize any unwanted tones and leave your hair looking shiny and healthy. Your color will be protected and your hair will feel softer and smoother.
So, there you have it! A look at Kérastase’s Absolu products for bleached and color treated hair to help you keep it looking fabulous and your locks as healthy as can be.
Be sure to use the right products for your hair type and always consult with your stylist to find out what will work best for you. With a little bit of effort, you can keep your new hair color looking amazing for weeks to come!
The best part about these products is that they are available at the Salon! Stop by today to pick them up before your next color appointment! We can’t wait to see you!
Elan Hair opened its doors in 1996 in the heart of Green Hills. From the moment you enter our space, we want you to feel welcomed and at home. Our group of extremely knowledgeable and talented hairstylists will keep you looking and feeling your best. They not only care about your hair, they care about you as a person. At Elan, we strive to give the best experience possible, so you always leave feeling amazing! Contact us today at 615.269.0222 or book now online.