We get it—keeping your colored hair looking fresh can feel like a full-time job. Well, here at Madison Reed, we have a few tips and tricks that can make coloring your already-colored hair at home just that little bit easier. Whether you’re touching up your roots, making your hair darker, or perhaps going a completely new shade—these tips will get you coloring at home just like a professional colorist!
1. You Don't Need to Color All Your Hair Every Time
We already mentioned how different parts of your hair absorb hair color at a different rate due to the porosity of the hair. When there’s existing dye in your hair, applying hair color repeatedly leads to buildup on the lower portion of your hair. This can result in a darker shade at the ends than roots—which may not be the best look!
So, should I dye my whole head or just roots? The answer depends on your goal, but in most cases, just touching up the roots is the best approach.
Instead of coloring your whole head of hair every time, just touch up your new growth with either Root Perfection or the Madison Reed Permanent Hair Color. While either of those dyes are working their magic on your roots, we recommend applying The Madison Reed Semi Permanent Color Reviving Gloss to your mid-lengths and ends to freshen them up and keep them looking fabulous.