Blond hair is on-trend, but it requires effort to keep it looking good.

Blondes have more fun. (Well, at least that’s what they say.) But in terms of maintenance, blondes aren’t any different from brunettes or redheads—they all require a little extra care and attention to keep their hair looking great.

In fact, for some people who are used to having dark hair, switching over to blonde may mean going through a period where they’re not quite sure how often they should be shampooing their locks or how much product they need on hand—and whether or not there’s anything wrong with the color fading after just one wash!

Fortunately for those new to being blondes and those thinking about making the switch, we’ve got some expert tips for you that will help you get your best possible look using products designed specifically for blondes; plus some important advice on avoiding common mistakes along the way (like over-washing).

Make sure you consult a reputable stylist before getting your hair colored.

Before you book an appointment, make sure you consult a reputable stylist. A good place to start is with your friends and family. If they have had their hair colored by someone who did an amazing job, ask for the information about the stylist. They’ll be able to tell you where they went and what their experience was like.

The next step is to look online for reviews of local salons that offer hair color services such as Yelp-style websites or Google+ pages (or both!). You can also look at Instagram accounts run by area salons if they have them; these are often very helpful in finding out details about how long certain employees have been working there, whether or not they’ve attended any training courses on top of basic aesthetics training (which all professionals should receive), etcetera…

The right aftercare is important for keeping blondes looking their best.

After you’ve completed your blonde toning, it’s important to keep up with the right aftercare. Here are some tips:

• Use shampoo and conditioner designed for color treated hair. These products will help keep the tints bright and prevent buildup of oils that may dull your color.
• Use a good toner to keep your blondes looking fresh. This is an optional step, but if you want to get an extra dose of shine or depth in your highlights, toners can be a great way to do this—they are especially useful when using cool tones on warm-toned hair (but can also bring out warmer tones on cooler-toned hair). Toners usually come in spray form so they’re easy to apply at home. They’re also less expensive than permanent dyes, so they can be used more frequently if needed as well!
• Avoid heat styling whenever possible because it can cause damage over time; however natural causes (like sleep) will still affect how often one needs their tresses refreshed with curling irons or flat irons etcetera.”

Use shampoo and conditioner designed for color-treated hair.

Use shampoo and conditioner designed for color-treated hair.

Color-treated hair needs special care, so it’s important to use products that are sulfate free and moisturizing. Look for “color safe” on the label of your shampoo and conditioner to make sure you’re getting what you need from them. If the product isn’t specifically labeled as color safe, avoid it—it could contain ingredients that damage your hair or strip its color. Also steer clear of any products containing bleach or peroxide; these will only undo everything you’ve spent so much time doing!

Talk to your stylist about what type of blond is the most flattering for your skin tone.

The shade of blonde you choose will depend on your skin tone. The right color is going to complement your complexion, so it’s important that you talk with your stylist about what will look best for you.

Some skin tones don’t look good with certain types of blond hair, so be sure to ask your stylist which shade would work best and if they can demonstrate how it would look on you.

Be sure your stylist knows that you want to look natural and not like a celebrity, unless you do.

The best way to ensure that your hair color is what you want it to be is to bring in pictures. Pictures of natural-looking blondes can help show a stylist what you’re going for, and help them understand exactly what you don’t want as well. For example, if you want a more ash tone instead of yellow or gold, bring in pictures where the model’s roots are visible—this will demonstrate that those tones are possible with your desired shade of blonde.

Beware of double-process blonding which can cause damage if done incorrectly.

Double-process blonding means bleaching the hair, toning it down to a lighter shade and then bleaching again. This can be hard on your hair, so be sure that you have true blonde hair before trying this method. The more times you bleach your hair per visit, the more damage you do to it—so if there’s any doubt as to whether or not double-process will work for you, don’t risk it! Your stylist may also advise against using this method if there are areas of your hair that have been previously damaged by previous coloring treatments (e.g., balayage).

If you do decide to go ahead with double-processing anyway, make sure that they’re using professional products meant for this kind of job; otherwise they won’t protect against breakage and dryness as well as they should be able to do so! Follow up with deep conditioning treatments after each visit until all of those beautiful new strands start growing in (which may take about two months or so).

Ask about root coverage options if you’ve decided to gray naturally or have been growing out a previous color (especially if it’s dark.)

If you’ve decided to gray naturally and want to keep your hair color looking natural, ask if root coverage is an option. Root coverage can be used to hide gray roots as you grow them out, or as a temporary solution for those who don’t want to permanently dye their hair. If your current color is dark such as black or brown and you are trying to get blond, root cover up can be used in combination with other products like highlights or bleaching agents until the desired look is achieved.

Root cover ups come in different forms:

• Spray-on liquid – usually applied with a brush for application control
• Mousse – applied through styling products like gels and creams (for added hold)

Be advised that bleaching can damage hair and make it dry, especially if it’s processed with bleach more than once during a visit.

If you’re concerned about damage, ask your stylist before proceeding. If they say it’s safe, consider this: some people are just more prone to damage than others.

Maintain the color in between appointments by using a good toner.

If you are comfortable doing so, it is a good idea to apply toner at home between appointments. This will help maintain the color, and keep your hair looking bright and shiny.

Ask your stylist for recommendations on the best toner for your hair type and how often to apply it. Most of them will say that applying toner every time you shampoo will be effective enough, but some people may prefer applying it once per week or even less often if their hair is very porous.

Also remember that while most people only think of using toner on their roots (the part where the new growth shows), it can also be used on the length of your strands as well—especially if they tend towards redness or brassy tones rather than golden-brown hues! The purpose here is simply to replenish any lost pigments from fading between salon appointments; this works especially well if applied before blow drying/styling/other treatments like curling iron etcetera.”

The right care makes all the difference in how your blond looks and feels

If you don’t take the right care of your hair, it will show. The right aftercare will help keep your blonde looking fresh and bright, while the wrong aftercare can cause your hair to feel dry and brittle.

If you’re not taking the right steps in caring for your blonde tresses, here are some problems that may occur:

• Dryness
• Brittle ends
• Dullness
• Brassy tones