The Ultimate Guide to After Hair Colour Care

Colouring your hair is an investment not just in money, but in confidence, creativity, and self-expression. How you care for it afterward makes the masterpiece last. Great after-colour care locks in vibrancy, prevents fading, and keeps hair soft and shiny long after your salon visit. A proper post-colour care routine helps: ✔ Maintain vibrancy ✔ Lock in nourishment ✔ Keep strands strong and smooth ✔ Prevent premature colour wash-out Using a colour-safe shampoo helps cleanse hair without stripping pigment. Look for sulphate-free or mild formulas. • Davines MINU Shampoo: Gentle, colour-protecting shampoo designed specifically for coloured hair; helps keep colour brighter for longer.  • L’Oréal Professionnel Vitamino Color Shampoo – Protects fades and enhances shine. • Redken Acidic Color Gloss Gentle Color Shampoo – Acidic pH helps seal the cuticle, locking in colour. • Wella SP Color Save Shampoo – With UV-filter technology to protect colour longevity. • Wella Color Motion Moisturizing Color Reflect Shampoo – Adds hydration while guarding colour pigment. Once a week, treat your hair to extra nourishment if it feels dry after colouring. • Davines Minu Hair Mask – A deeply conditioning mask designed for coloured hair that boosts shine and keeps colour more vibrant longer. • Redken Acidic Color Gloss Treatment enhances shine and locks in colour. Use Cool or Lukewarm Water: Hot water opens the cuticle and lets colour slip out faster. 🌞 Shield from Sun & Heat: Use heat protectants before styling and UV protectants if you’re outdoors. 🧖‍♀️ Weekly Masking: Treat your hair to a deep conditioning mask weekly — focus especially if hair feels dry after colour. ✂️ Trim Regularly: Fresh ends make colour look healthier and more vibrant. After-colour care is all about consistency, gentle cleansing, smart products, and protection. With the right routine and colour-safe products you can enjoy vibrant, shiny hair for weeks after your salon visit.