For many, Memorial Day weekend signals the unofficial beginning of summer. And when this season hits, it’s not just the wardrobe where many are looking to add some color, it’s also our hair. But what happens three months down the line when fall hits and suddenly you’re more in the mood for amber highlights instead of blonde? And then three months after that you have an itch to go totally dark for the Winter?
We love being color chameleons as much as we do kitchen beauticians, but if you’re switching your hair color up that much — especially at home — you better make sure you’re doing it right. To make sure you are, we reached out to Dark and Lovely Style Squad Member Stephanie McLemore for advice on keeping dyed strands vibrant and healthy year-round, no matter what colorful mood you’re in.
MadameNoire (MN): What should every woman know before attempting to color her hair at home?
Stephanie McLemore (SM): You have to give yourself a healthy hair check. If your hair is dry, brittle, and lackluster you should use a deep conditioner such as Dark and Lovely Au Naturale Moisture LOC Deep Conditioning Delight before coloring. Color reacts better to healthy strands with the cuticle in tact. A deep conditioner will rejuvenate your strands and give your hair the moisture it needs.
MN: Which shades are most popular this spring/summer season?
SM: Blondes from light to dark are trending this season. Dark and Lovely’s Fade Resist offers a variety of blonde shades. Chestnut Blonde, Golden Blonde, Honey Blonde, Light Golden Blonde, and Luminous Blonde. Or if you are looking for a vibrant pop of color use Dark and Lovely Go Intense Golden Blonde or Bright Blonde.
MN: So many women experience breakage when they color their hair, can you give us a weekly and monthly hair care routine to prevent/lessen breakage after coloring?
SM: Always read manufacturer’s direction before coloring to avoid any mishaps. Use Dark and Lovely Color-Gloss Ultra Radiant Color Creme, there are 3 nourishing ingredients (Shea Butter, Coconut Oil, and Pomegranate) to keep your strands from drying like most boxed color. After coloring you must be sure to keep a moisture regimen. Dark and Lovely Au Naturale Moisture LOC Collection helps to layer the moisture from the shampoo to the styling products and it smell delicious.
MN: What do naturals have to be concerned about when coloring hair?
SM: Maintenance is important. If you let your coils get too dry you will be susceptible to dry, damaged, and brittle hair. Also regular trims are important. Dark and Lovely’s Fade Resist, Color Gloss and Go Intense hair color has natural oils infused in their colors which will help fight breakage during the coloring process.
MN: How can you keep color vibrant for as long as possible?
SM: Sulfate Free Shampoos are great for color protection, as they do not strip your hair from moisture nor does it fade the hair color. Dark and Lovely Au Naturale Moisture LOC Sulfate-Free Shampoil will not only protect your color but leave hair you’re feeling soft and supple.
MN: What steps should you take if you’re a person who likes to switch up her hair color multiple times a year and is that healthy?
SM: Yes, it is okay to switch it up a bit! A girl gets bored with the same color, if you follow these tips you will still maintain a healthy head of hair. Healthy hair maintenance is especially important. Be sure to get regular trims and find a healthy hair regimen that works for you. Moisture is important and Dark and Lovely Moisture LOC provides a system that will lock in the moisture into your beautiful strands.
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