Meet the Experts
Keep reading to learn if your colored hair can handle the heat at the salon.
Why Is Hair Processed with Bleach?
The higher the number of the peroxide, the stronger it is.
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Heat is not necessary for the bleach to do its job.
How Does Heat Affect the Bleaching Process?
If heat isn’t a necessity for lightening hair, why would do colorists use it?
The short answer: time.
You’re at particular risk if your color isn’t appearing light enough.
When Is it Okay to Apply Heat?
Rauchut adds that, if you are concerned with your colorist using heat, simply ask for an explanation.
“Always use a low setting.
If your hot tools are on high, your hair can become dry and damaged.
Your color can also fade faster.”
We like the lightweight, color-safeColor Security Conditionerby Color Wow for daily use.
When you do take heat to your hair, it is essential to use a good heat protectant spray.
All experts urge the use of a heat-protectant spray before styling with heat.
“It’s also helpful for those who have tangly brittle hair.
you’re free to apply the serum first before brushing.”
If your hair is severely damaged, it might bebest to visit a professionalfor something in-house.
“It’s important to avoid high heat and prolong it as long as possible post-coloring.”
If it’s between faster processing time and healthier processing, always choose the healthier route.
Instead, opt for air-drying.
And if you must heat style, use aheat protectant.
The priority is getting your hair back to a healthy state.
To do so, avoid anything that could damage it further (e.g.
more bleach, heat styling, harsh products, etc.).
Use gentle hair products that will work to hydrate and strengthen strands.
Protein treatments will also help.
Just don’t overdo it since the rightprotein-moisture balanceis key for a healthy head of hair.
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