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How to colour over previously dyed hair without disasterColouring over previously dyed hair is not like starting with virgin hair. Old pigment may still be coating the cuticle, while bleach, heat and repeated salon…
Pre-Shampoo Treatments for Longer-Lasting Hair ColourA pre-shampoo treatment is a conditioning or protective product applied before cleansing, rather than after it. Also called a pre-poo, it can soften the hair…
Removing Henna Safely Before Your Next Hair ColourRemoving henna from hair before chemical dye requires patience because henna does not sit like a temporary coating. Pure henna deposits lawsone, a plant…
The Step-by-Step Process of a Demi-Permanent Colour RefreshA demi-permanent colour refresh is a practical way to revive faded lengths, soften unwanted warmth and add shine without committing to a permanent change. It…
Permanent Hair Colour Without Unwanted LiftChoosing permanent hair colour is less about picking a shade from a box and more about understanding your existing base. The wrong formula can expose orange…
Why Some Colors Fade To Copper Instead Of AshA cool brunette, beige blonde or smoky light brown can look perfect on colour day, then reveal copper, orange or warm gold after several washes. This shift is…
Silver and grey-dyed hair careSilver and grey colour can look polished, soft or smoky, but its longevity depends on the dye, your hair porosity and exposure to heat, sunlight and hard…
Hard water, hair colour and how to respondHard tap water can leave freshly coloured hair feeling rough, dull and difficult to manage. Calcium and magnesium may build up on the fibre, especially where…
How to Use a Foil for At-Home HighlightsA foil creates controlled separation, allowing lightener or colour to develop around one subsection without affecting the hair above it. This makes it…
Tone vs Shade in Hair Colour: A Guide for Australian ColouristsHair colour terminology can feel like a closed language, even for people who have been colouring at home for years. Two words that are often swapped around —…