Not everyone is born redheaded, however, anyone can become one if they wish. But adopting red hair is not a simple task.
Redheads are beautiful, and no one can argue about that. So, even if nature didn’t give you red or copper hair, the cosmetic industry is ready to make your beauty dream come true.
But what almost no one knows is that joining the redhead team is not as simple as it seems. As for the beauty of red hair, this is implicit, the care not so much. Therefore, before dyeing your hair, you need to take care of the health of your hair, as coloring is a chemical procedure.
Therefore, if you are thinking about adopting red hair, you need to know that it has its own needs to always remain beautiful and radiant. Therefore, today we list some basic and essential care that redheads need to take with their hair.
10 basic care for redheads
So, as we’ve already said, taking on redheads’ red hair is not a simple task. In addition to having to dye your hair, you need to take certain precautions with the health of your hair, before, during and after coloring.
If you are a redhead or are getting ready to be, check out these basic tips for taking care of red or copper hair:
1. Makeover in the salon
Coloring your hair is complex and must be done with care. Hair can become stained, brittle and worst of all, if it undergoes bleaching (which is not necessary, except in very specific cases) it may not withstand the chemical process.
Therefore, look for a professional specialized in colorimetry to carry out your transformation. He will know the proportion of the dye, the bleach and whether it will be necessary to do any other procedures for you to have red hair.
So, don’t try to get redheaded alone at home. While it can go very well, it can go very wrong. Therefore, it is better not to risk it.
2. Choose the right shade of red for you
There are several shades of red hair, one more beautiful than the other. Therefore, what will change from person to person is the appropriate hair tone. And this is determined by the temperature and skin tone of the person who wants to go through the decoration. That’s why it’s so important to go to an expert on the subject, as we already mentioned.
3. Use specific products for redheads
When you join the team of redheaded women, or dye your hair any other color, you discover that there is a special world of products for colored hair. They intensify shine and protect color against fading. In other words, they make your hair fade in less time.
Therefore, choose lines with antioxidant action, UV protection and active ingredients that help keep the hair fiber healthy even after chemical treatment.
4. Hydration is a rule for redheads
Due to the chemical process of dyeing, hair tends to become drier and more porous. Therefore, hydration needs to enter the lives of redheads as a rule. Nutrition is also another important step that must be included in the routine.
In fact, the best thing is to adopt a good hair schedule, as we mentioned here, in this other post.
Respect the pause time for the products chosen to treat red hair. And do deep hydration regularly, once or twice a week.
5. Invest in shampoos with antioxidant action
Did you know that shampoo is one of the biggest villains for unnatural redheads? In general, shampoos tend to be too aggressive for the dye and cause the hair to fade faster.
Ideally, in this case, redheads should invest in antioxidant shampoos, preferably with creamier formulas and active ingredients that protect the color.
6. Always use thermal protector
The heat from straighteners, curling irons, and hair dryers dry out and accelerate the fading of red hair. Therefore, if it is not possible to avoid using these tools, use a thermal protector. They protect the hair from heat, enhance shine, make it easier to untangle, and so on.
7. Use shampoo a seco
Reducing hair washing is also important for maintaining color (this doesn’t mean you can’t wash your hair, but that you shouldn’t wash it daily, for example). Then, when washing, apply the shampoo to the roots, spreading only the foam along the length of the hair. And always prefer cold or warm water.
Furthermore, to help you have a longer interval between washes, especially in summer, a great option is dry shampoos. This is because they leave the hair fragrant, remove oil from the roots, add volume and eliminate impurities in the hair.
8. If necessary, adjust the tone of your eyebrows
The color of the eyebrows must harmonize with the color of the hair to avoid a strange and fake look. Therefore, if the tone of the redhead contrasts a lot with that of the eyebrow, it is better to bring the tone closer together. If you don’t want to have this type of concern, a good option is to adopt the smoky root. In this case, there is no need to change the tone of your eyebrows.
9. Protect your hair from the sun
The sun is also one of the biggest villains for redheads, as it also greatly accelerates fading. To avoid this, use products, such as leave-ins, that offer UV protection in your daily life.
Furthermore, if you go to the beach or pool, don’t forget to reapply the product frequently, as well as your sunscreen for your skin.
10. Do touch-ups regularly
Redheads shouldn’t wait too long to touch up their roots. Hair length also needs touching up from time to time to ensure color uniformity and shine.
Therefore, don’t leave your hair untouched for too long and look for a professional to do this. You don’t want to stain your hair at home, do you?
Red hair inspiration
So, now that you’re up to date with all the necessary care for red hair, how about checking out some redhead inspiration? We selected different shades to inspire you and help you find what suits you best. Check out:
Now, to finish, from time to time redheads need to tone their hair, to add shine and enhance the color, right? And, for that, we have another sensational tip: How to use henna on your hair and achieve the redhead of your dreams.
Source: Donna Beleza Salon Secrets
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