1. Use a sulfate-free shampoo such as Kerastase Chroma Absolu Bain Chroma Respect for fine to medium color-treated hair: Sulfates can strip color from hair, so opt for a sulfate-free shampoo that's gentle on your hair.

2. Avoid hot water: Hot water can cause your color to fade faster. Wash your hair in lukewarm water instead.

3. Use a deep conditioning treatment like ORIBE Masque for Beautiful Color: Color-treated hair needs extra moisture, so use a deep conditioning treatment once a week.

4. Protect your hair from the sun: UV rays can cause color to fade and hair to become dry and brittle. Wear a hat or use a UV-protectant spray when spending time in the sun. We recommend ORIBE's Invisible Defense. This magical weightless mist sheilds from thermal damage, UV rays, and pollution.

5. Limit heat styling: Heat styling tools like flat irons and curling wands can damage your hair and cause color to fade faster. Try to limit your use of these tools or use a heat protectant spray (we love ORIBE's Royal Blowout Heat Styling Spray - it speeds dry time while repairing split ends!)

6. Don't over-wash your hair: Washing your hair too often can strip the color from your hair, so try to wash it every other day or every few days. When you do shampoo make sure your products are formulated for color treated hair. (Try the Chroma Absolu line mentioned in tip #1 for fabulous color care). 

7. Use a color-protectant hair serum such as Kerastase Serum Chroma Thermique Hair Serum: A color-protectant serum can help lock in your color and add shine to your hair.

8. Get regular trims: Regular trims can help prevent split ends and keep your hair looking healthy and vibrant (Try out our Meet Your Stylist survey to find your perfect stylist and book your appointment today!).

9. Avoid chlorine and saltwater: Chlorine and saltwater can both cause your color to fade faster. Try to avoid swimming in pools or the ocean or wear a swim cap if you do. Don't like the look of a cap? Douse your hair with conditioner or hair oil and braid. Shampoo right after swimming with a chlorine removing or clarifying shampoo (Such as Malibu Swimmers Wellness). Deep condition after. For more tips on caring for swimmers hair, including removing green, check out our blog post! 

10. Use a color-protectant dry shampoo: Dry shampoo can help extend the time between washes, but make sure to use one that's specifically designed for color-treated hair. We're big fans of ORIBE's Gold Lust Dry Shampoo.