Summers here and most of us have shed those few extra pounds to look good in a bikini and have had the chance to get a great tan going but what can make all of that go to waste? A bad hair day! Well todays hair tip is how to keep your color from fading. So if you remenber these few key elements you and you hair color will shine brightly all year round.

Remember to always wait 24-48 hours without washing your hair before you go in for your hair appointment. The natural oils that build up in your hair allow for the color to have a better grip. Do not wash your hair for another 24-48 hours afterwards. Remember that using hot water, strips the hair of it’s color faster. Even warm water is better than hot water. Use a color protecting shampoo and conditioner, from a salon! It really makes a difference! Use a heat protector if you blow dry or flat iron your hair.
Also keep in mind that if you will be in the water a lot this summer, I would recommend wetting your hair before you get into the chlorine or salt water. And excess sun exposure can lighten your color as well. I know us beach beauties have a hard time staying out of the sun, so maybe you go a shade lighter then you normally go. A change is always nice no matter who it’s on!