The routine

PRESERVE SHINE, REPAIR, AND PROTECT THE FIBER

Hair care for colored or highlighted hair

How can you preserve the shine of colored hair?

Colored hair requires special care. After coloring, highlighting, or bleaching, the hair fiber becomes more porous and loses pigment more easily. As a result, the color fades, highlights lose their intensity, and shine diminishes with each wash.

To preserve the vibrancy of your color, it is essential to adopt a targeted hair care routine:

  • a gentle sulfate-free shampoo, formulated for colored hair, that cleanses without damaging;
  • a hair mask rich in antioxidants, which nourishes and protects the hair fiber;
  • a repigmenting treatment or a leave-in treatment to prolong the hold and revive the shine.

These specific products protect color, limit oxidation, and maintain shine wash after wash.

Which hair care product should you choose for highlighted hair?

Highlights present two challenges: the structural fragility of the hair fiber and the need for targeted shine. Haircare products must both repair and illuminate.

  • The repigmenting mask is ideal for reviving the shine of your highlights and preventing dullness.
  • A nourishing hair treatment helps to compensate for the loss of lipids and proteins caused by bleaching.
  • A protective leave-in treatment protects the hair fiber from external aggressions (UV rays, heat, pollution) and makes styling easier.

Choosing a suitable product, specially formulated for colored or highlighted hair, is the key to keeping your hair soft and shiny.

What are the best shampoos for colored hair?

The best shampoo for colored hair is one that gently cleanses while protecting the color. Choose:

  • a repigmenting shampoo to revive the intensity of the color;
  • a gentle sulfate-free shampoo to preserve the hydrolipidic film;
  • a product enriched with moisturizing active ingredients (hyaluronic acid, natural oils) to maintain the suppleness of the fiber.

A shampoo formulated for colored hair acts as a protective shield and prolongs the vibrancy of your color.

How can you prevent color bleeding?

Color fading is the main concern after coloring. Toprevent this, specific care products should be used:

  • limit the use of excessively hot water, which opens the scales;
  • use a shampoo specifically designed for colored hair;
  • incorporate a protective hair mask that seals the pigments into the fiber;
  • protect hair from the heat of styling tools and UV rays.

A regular hair care routine helps preserve color longer and prevents highlights from fading.

What treatments are available for hair damaged by coloring?

Coloring sensitizes the hair fiber, making it drier and more vulnerable. Repairing treatments are therefore essential:

  • a nourishing mask rich in ceramides or plant keratin to strengthen the hair fiber;
  • a deep moisturizing treatment to restore suppleness and limit breakage;
  • vegetable oils (argan, coconut, jojoba) to nourish the ends and add shine.

These hair care products help repair, moisturize, and protect damaged color-treated hair, restoring its vitality.

How to nourish colored hair?

To nourish your colored hair, opt for a rich and tailored hair care routine:

  • a weekly nourishing mask to provide softness and nourishment;
  • a leave-in moisturizer to prolong the effect of the treatment;
  • A small amount of hair oil applied to the ends to seal in moisture and add shine.

A healthy scalp and well-nourished hair fibers guarantee vibrant, long-lasting color.

 

Comparison: natural colored hair care vs. conventional products

Criterion Classic products Alexis's routine
Formulation basis Inert water (60-90%) 100% active organic floral hydrosols
Color protection Low (sulfates accelerate discharge) Strong (natural antioxidants protect pigments)
Flash duration Tarnishes quickly (3-4 washes) Long-lasting (lasts an additional 3 weeks)
Fiber repair Silicones (cosmetic effect) Keratin + ceramides (real repair)
Antioxidants Synthetic or absent Natural (organic floral hydrosols)
Surfactants Aggressive sulfates (SLS/SLES) Ultra-mild surfactants (sulfate-free)
Composition Sulfates, silicones, parabens, alcohols 98% natural, sulfate-free and silicone-free
Manufacturing Variable Made in France (Brittany)

 

Skincare ingredients to protect colored hair

Our routine incorporates active ingredients usually reserved for skin care:

  • Organic floral hydrosols (rose, chamomile): rich in antioxidants, protect pigments from oxidation
  • Natural antioxidants: neutralize free radicals that dull color
  • Plant-based keratin: repairs hair fibers damaged by coloring
  • Plant ceramides: restore the lipid barrier, seal in pigments
  • Hyaluronic acid: deeply moisturizes, improves shine and color retention
  • Natural oils (jojoba, argan): nourish without weighing hair down, provide long-lasting shine

Expected results with the colored hair routine

From the first use:

• Brighter, more vibrant color
• Revitalized highlights
• Softer, more manageable hair

After 1 week:

• More stable color (less bleeding)
• Reinforced fiber
• Long-lasting shine

After 2 weeks:

• Lasting shine (just like on the day you colored your hair)
• Visibly repaired hair
• Shine that lasts

After 1 month:

• Color lasts 3 weeks longer
• Completely repaired fiber
• Strong, shiny hair

 

Frequently asked questions about colored hair

How long before my color fades?

A: With our routine, you can prolong the vibrancy of your color for up to 3 additional weeks. Natural antioxidants protect pigments from oxidation, while organic hydrosols maintain hydration to preserve shine.

How can you prevent color fading after dyeing your hair?

Use our sulfate-free shampoo the day after coloring. Sulfates accelerate color fading by opening the cuticle. Our formula gently cleanses while sealing in pigments. Follow with the mask once or twice a week to reinforce protection.

Is this routine suitable for hair that has been severely damaged by bleaching?

Yes, it's ideal. Plant-based keratin and ceramides repair weakened hair fibers. Hyaluronic acid provides deep hydration. After 4 weeks, hair fibers are visibly stronger and more resistant.

Should you use a repigmenting treatment?

No, our Mask contains natural antioxidants that revive highlights without repigmentation. If you want repigmentation, you can use it 1-2 times a month as a supplement.

Does the routine protect against UV rays and heat?

Yes, the Day Serum contains natural antioxidants and thermal protection up to 200°C. Apply a few drops before styling to protect your color from external aggressions.