The use of gentle shampoos and the application of natural care methods are key to maintaining the healthy appearance of colored hair. Hair coloring is a wonderful way to refresh your look, but it is important to know that your hair requires extra care during this time. If you want the color to remain vibrant for a long time and your hair to shine healthily, it is worth establishing a conscious hair care routine.

Why does colored hair require special care?

Why does colored hair require special care?

During hair coloring, the outer layer of the hair (cuticle) opens up to allow the dye pigments to penetrate the hair shaft. However, this process can make the hair more sensitive.

This is why after coloring, you may often experience:

• drier texture
• split ends
• duller shine
• fading hair color

The good news: with proper care, these effects can be significantly reduced.

How does hair dye affect the hair?

Hair dyes can cause certain changes in the hair structure.

These changes may include:

• moisture-losing hair strands

• damage to the hair cuticle

• the hair becomes more brittle

As a result, the hair may require more care.

The importance of protecting the health of colored hair

To ensure that colored hair looks healthy, special attention must be paid to the hair care routine.

With proper care:

• the hair can be shinier

• The hair color can be preserved for a longer time.

• The hair strands can be stronger

Therefore, regular care of colored hair is very important.

Basic hair care steps for colored hair

There are some basic hair care steps we can take to keep hair healthy after coloring.

Use of gentle shampoo

For colored hair, sulfate-free or gentle shampoos should be preferred.

Strong cleansers can cause the hair color to fade more quickly.

Gentle cleansers can protect the natural balance of the scalp.

Such as the Maruderm BioBond Repair™ Strengthening and Regenerating Hair Care Shampoo  A professional hair care shampoo developed to support the bonds of hair strands and strengthen the condition of damaged hair. The gentle cleansing agents, sodium cocoyl isethionate and decyl glucoside, help to gently cleanse the hair and scalp.

 

Maintaining the moisture balance of the hair.

Hair coloring can cause moisture loss in the hair.

Therefore, it is extremely important to maintain the balance of moisture in the hair.

Moisturizing ingredients:

• hyaluronic acid

• collagen

• plant oils

For example, Maruderm hair care products containing hyaluronic acid and collagen can help maintain a healthier appearance of the hair by supporting its moisture balance.

Using hair masks

Hair treatments can intensely nourish colored hair.

Hair treatments can generally be applied 1-2 times a week.

This method can make the hair softer and shinier.

For example, the Maruderm BioBond Repair™ Intensive Hair Regenerating Mask with Keratin A professional hair treatment developed to support the bonds of hair strands and strengthen the condition of damaged hair. The hydrolyzed keratin and protein complex helps preserve hair strands and gives the hair a fuller appearance.

 

Reducing heat usage

Colored hair can often be more sensitive.

Therefore, the use of heat-styling tools, such as hair straighteners and curling irons, should be limited.

High temperatures can cause hair color to fade.

The Maruderm BioBond Repair™ Heat Protect Cream – with Keratin and Bond Repair Technology is a bond-strengthening, leave-in hair conditioner designed to promote a smoother appearance of hair and support heat protection. The hydrolyzed keratin and protein complex aid in the care of hair strands and contribute to a stronger-looking hair. Polysilicone-15 is one of the ingredients that helps protect hair from heat.

Natural hair care methods can also help protect colored hair. 

Coconut Oil

Coconut oil can help maintain the moisture balance of the hair.

This oil can help make hair strands shinier.

 

Argan oil

Argan oil is one of the natural oils that is often used in hair care.

Argan oil:

• This can make the hair appear softer.

• It can help maintain the balance of moisture in the hair.

 

Avocado mask

Avocado is rich in healthy fats and vitamins.

When used as a hair treatment, it can help make the hair appear softer.

Scalp health

A healthy scalp plays an important role in protecting colored hair.

When the scalp is healthy:

• The hair follicles become stronger.

• hair grows healthier

• hair looks shinier

Gentle cleansing products can help maintain the natural balance of the scalp.

Why does the color fade in dyed hair?

It is quite common for hair color to fade over time after dyeing. This is because the outer layer of the hair is exposed to various environmental factors.

Some factors that can cause color fading may include:

• frequent hair washing

• shampoos containing strong chemicals

• sun rays

• high heat styling

These factors can weaken the outer layer of the hair strand, which may cause the pigments to fade more quickly.

Methods to preserve the color of dyed hair

Introducing certain hair care habits can help keep hair color vibrant for a longer time.

Less frequent hair washing

Washing hair too often can cause the hair color to fade more quickly.

Colored hair can generally be washed 2-3 times a week. This method helps to preserve the hair pigment for a longer time.

Using lukewarm water

Very hot water can open the hair cuticle, which may cause the hair color to fade.

Therefore, it is recommended to use lukewarm water when washing hair.

Sun protection

Sunlight can cause hair color to fade.

Protecting the hair from the sun is especially important during the summer months.

Wearing a hat or using hair care products can help with this, such as the Maruderm StyleGuard™ UV and Heat Protection Hair Spray a protective hair care spray, designed to protect hair from sun rays and heat effects, as well as to support the hair care routine. Pantheon and betaine support the moisture balance of the hair and help it appear softer. Hydrolyzed silk protein supports the care of hair strands and contributes to a shinier appearance.

Choosing shampoo for colored hair

It is very important that shampoos used for colored hair have a gentle formula.

The properties of shampoos recommended for colored hair are as follows:

• sulfate-free formulas

• color-preserving ingredients

• moisture-retaining components

Such shampoos can help maintain hair color for a longer time.

Maintaining moisture balance

Hair coloring can cause moisture loss in the hair.

Therefore, colored hair needs to be regularly hydrated.

Moisturizing ingredients:

• hyaluronic acid

• collagen

• plant oils

For example, the Maruderm hair care products containing hyaluronic acid and collagen can help maintain a healthier appearance of hair by supporting its moisture balance.

Hair masks for colored hair

Hair treatments can intensely nourish colored hair.

Hair masks may have the following benefits:

• to make the hair soft

• to reduce hair breakage

• to make the hair shinier

It is recommended to use a hair treatment once or twice a week.  For example, the Maruderm BioBond Repair™ Intensive Hair Regenerating Mask with Keratin, which is a professional hair treatment developed to support the bonds of hair strands and strengthen the condition of damaged hair. Hydrolyzed keratin and protein complex support the preservation of hair strands and give the hair a fuller appearance.

 

Conclusion

Hair coloring can change the appearance of hair, but it can also make it fragile. Therefore, regular care of colored hair is very important for its protection.

Here are some important considerations to keep in mind when caring for colored hair:

• use a gentle shampoo

• to maintain the moisture balance of the hair

• apply hair masks

• reduce heat usage

Hair care products containing hyaluronic acid and collagen can help maintain the moisture content of the hair.

For example the Maruderm hair care products containing hyaluronic acid and collagen can help make hair healthier and shinier.

With regular care and the right product selection, colored hair can achieve a more vibrant, stronger, and healthier appearance.