How to Prevent Burgundy Colored Hair From Fading
Burgundy colored hair is in the red color family. Red colors are known for fading fast. Red colors, like burgundy, fade so fast because the color molecule is larger than other colors, making it harder to penetrate the hair. Things such as hot water and shampoos not designed for colored hair can fade burgundy colored hair even faster. However, there are some things you can do to help in preventing dyed hair from fading too fast. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Color protecting shampoo and conditioner
- Color protecting styling products
Instructions
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Let the dye process for the recommended time when dyeing your hair. Do not rinse your hair before it is processed, because it will not have had time to properly penetrate the hair shaft and color the hair completely.
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Wait at least two days before you wash your hair after coloring. Use a color protecting shampoo and conditioner. Other types of shampoo and conditioner may promote fading of burgundy colored hair. Rinse with cool water.
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Use color protecting styling products when styling hair. Most color protecting styling products help avoid fading dyed hair because they contain sunscreens.
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Tips & Warnings
Use a colored glaze weekly to help revive burgundy hair in between colorings.
Washing your hair every few days instead of every day can help to prevent burgundy colored hair from fading.
Excessive sun exposure without a color protector can rapidly fade burgundy colored hair.
Using warm or hot water when washing hair can also contribute to fading color.
