Should you wash your hair before coloring it and why worry about whether your hair is even freshly washed before a hair color appointment? If you missed the discussion about getting your hair clean or dirty before the color service and right afterward, you've come to the right place to clear things up from the very beginning.
Should You Wash Your Hair Before a Color Service?
As a hair colorist, I've seen both nightmares and success stories when it comes to color retention. Read on to discover how you can get and keep the beautiful colors you've always wanted, straight from the source.
In the past, hairstylists told their clients that dirty hair was best when it came to hair coloring. The hair color was packed with ammonia so it could break through product buildup or natural oils.
I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but that's a big, fat LIE. Color companies are now using new technology in most of their products. This means that the hair color has become gentler on both the hair and scalp, and may not break through the three-day dry shampoo clinging to your oily roots. Go to the salon with clean, washed hair, otherwise you will sacrifice gray coverage.
