Use color-safe, sulfate & paraben free professional grade products such as Kevin Murphy for longevity of color.
Wait at least 48-72 hrs after color appointment before shampooing. This gives the color time to settle since the hair is in a more fragile state right after a color service.
Use cooler or lukewarm water to help keep your hair cuticles closed (prevents color from fading out of hair as quickly) and smooth.
Use a cowash like KM Re.Store in place of shampoo AND conditioner every other wash to help cleanse without stripping the hair.
Use a heat protectant/detangle spray like KM Un.Tangle to gently detangle your hair. With a wet brush or boar bristle brush, start brushing starting from the ends and working your way up. Holding the brush vertically will help detangle easier.
Using a shower filter will help prevent deposits of minerals that can cause discoloration, dullness, slimy or straw like feeling.
Pre-book appointments before you leave to help keep up with color maintenance.
Do not go to sleep with wet hair...ever...ever...ever!!
Do not use your hot tool on the highest heat setting. Keep below 375F to maintain color integrity.
Do not shampoo everyday. The goal is to wash one to two times a week.
When washing hair, shampoo twice! Use a detox shampoo like KM Maxi.Wash first to help remove the initial build-up and products from your hair. The second shampoo can be any of your choice to cleanse your hair.
Do not go into pools/lakes/oceans without thoroughly wetting your hair prior and spraying in a leave in conditioner