Not all colors fade the same. Red and blue are notoriously clingy but also the most dramatic. Reds often fade within 5 to 10 washes because the molecules are large and don’t penetrate deep.
Blue can hang around as a weird greenish tint for ages. Meanwhile, browns and blondes are like calm friends. They fade slowly and gracefully, often over 15 to 25 washes, just getting a little warmer or cooler.
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Ever notice how pink fades to blonde quickly? That’s because pink is a tiny molecule. It escapes fast, leaving the canvas bare.
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Sort of. Using a color-depositing conditioner is like re-stamping your ticket every few washes. It adds a tiny bit of fresh pigment back in. It’s not a cure, but it buys you an extra 5 to 10 washes of vibrant life.
Also, avoid heat styling like the plague. High heat opens up the cuticle and makes color flee. And never, ever swim in a chlorinated pool without a cap. Chlorine is a color-eating monster that can destroy your dye in one or two dips.
