Don’t wash your hair every day.

It’s safe to say that red hair fades faster than other shades. The best way to keep your red hair vibrant is by not washing it every day. If you have no choice but to wash your hair, try washing it 2-3 times a week (or even less). If you’re feeling particularly daring, go for 4 days without washing your hair!

This will help prevent damage and save some money on shampoo. You can also use dry shampoo when needed.

If possible, avoid washing before exercising or going in the pool—the chlorine/salt water could be too much for your delicate strands of redness!

After showering or swimming: Let air dry as long as possible before using a blowdryer on low heat and then brush from roots down with a paddle brush (to distribute sebum evenly).

Use a cold rinse to avoid fading.

You can help your reds stay true to their color by washing them with cold water. Cold water helps close the hair cuticle and lock in color, so it’s essential to use a cold rinse after shampooing. If you don’t have a detachable shower head that allows you to control the temperature of your water flow, just pour some cold water over your head after shampooing—it’s as simple as that!

Cold rinses are also great for helping with frizz and flyaways (if you’ve got those).

Turn down dryer and iron heat settings.

The first step to managing red hair is to turn down the heat. Your hair will be more manageable and less likely to frizz if you use the lowest setting that gets the job done.

Additionally, it’s important to use a towel when drying your hair before using a blow dryer or flat iron. A towel helps absorb moisture in your hair so that it’s not being dried out by hot air from a dryer or flat iron. It also helps prevent breakage!

Lastly, always use heat protectant products before using heat styling tools on any color-treated hair (including red). Heat protectants help protect against damage caused by heat styling tools like blow dryers and flat irons.”

Stop using heat protectant when you aren’t using styling tools.

Did you know that heat protectant is actually intended for use before you apply heat to your hair? Heat protectant prevents damage to the hair from thermal styling tools, like curling irons and straighteners. But if you’re not using these tools, it’s unnecessary to apply heat protectant. In fact, if you use too much of this product on a regular basis, it can cause buildup on the hair and leave it looking dull or oily. You should only use heat protectants before using any kind of heating tool to style your mane.

Beware of chlorine.

Chlorine can strip even the most vibrant of red hues from your hair. To avoid this, you should always wear a swim cap when swimming and immediately wash away chlorine with shampoo after coming out of the water. If you want to enjoy the pool but still keep your hair looking its best, there are products on the market that help protect against chlorine damage (such as SwimProof).

Avoid shampoos with sulfates, parabens and other harsh ingredients.

Red hair is a delicate color and is more difficult to maintain than other colors. Some shampoos have harsh chemicals that dry out your hair, making it dull and brittle. Look for natural shampoos with no sulfates or parabens, especially if you have dry or damaged hair. These are some good brands:

• Redken Color Extend Shampoo
• L’Oreal EverPure Moisture System Shampoo
• Biolage Colorlast Shampoo

Red hair is a beautiful color that requires some maintenance, but it’s worth it!

Red hair is a beautiful color that requires some maintenance, but it’s worth it!

This color is one of the most challenging to maintain. It can be quite costly and time-consuming, but it’s worth the extra care. We’ll go over some tips and tricks so you feel confident about taking on this gorgeous shade.