Can I make my hair retain dye longer?

Question: Jennifer wrote: I’ve been dying my hair for most of my life or at least for the past ten years. I’ve never had any trouble bouncing around from color to color but sometimes the colors just won’t stay in. I think it’s because my hair is over processed and I was wondering if there was anyway that I could make my hair retain the dye longer or keep my hair in a good condition. What do you suggest?

Answer: Hi Jennifer Thanks for your e-mail. Your assumption about your hairs inability to retain color because it is over processed is correct!

When hair is porous, the molecular structure of the hair is broke sought of speak and its tenacity is weakened. Protein based conditioners are great for restoring porosity in the hair and will help get your hair back to good shape accepting of color.

If the hair in good condition, comb the color through the ends thoroughly and let it process for 20 minutes, if the hair is porous from color, perming bleaching, the color can usually be revived by the use of pre-pigmentation, color baths or a semi-permanent rinse. These are also good for in between processes.

A great way to help maintain your new color is keeping your Ph-balance in check. Shampoos and conditioners made especially for colored hair aid in this quest.