We get lots of questions about Katie's gorgeous red hair. Today I invited her to share her tips for keeping red hair bright. If you've had red hair before you've probably noticed that it can fade very quickly. It can take a lot of maintenance. Follow these tips to make your color last longer...
1. Healthy hair. Keep your hair as healthy as possible. Coloring hair causes damage, so being kind to your hair is important. Skip the blow dryer when you can, or try no-heat curls instead of firing up the hot curling iron.
2. Wash less. Wash your locks as little as possible. Every washing will strip your hair of color, so try to keep the washing to 2-3 times a week.
3. Sulfate-free products. Hair products with sulfates will fade your color faster, so look for the "sulfate-free" label on the bottles you buy.
4. Invisible dry shampoo. Now that you are washing your hair less, you might need dry shampoo to help absorb that excess oil on the days in between washing. Invest in an "invisible" dry shampoo. You will avoid the white, powdery mess in your hair and your color will shine through brighter.
5. Less sun. The sun can do a lot of damage to hair, especially color treated hair. Always wear a scarf or hat to protect those lovely locks from further damage due to the sun. xoxo. Katie
Great tips! And I LOVE that blue dress! SO CUTE!
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Posted by: Kate @ A Creative Cookie | May 28, 2012 at 06:20 PM
Thanks for the tips! I don't have red hair but if I ever dye it I will remember the tips!
Your such a beautiful model Katie!
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Posted by: Sarah | May 28, 2012 at 06:22 PM
I'm with Alison, my hair is naturally red...but I'd love to know how to style my hair like in the last pic pretty please. Christine x
Posted by: Christine | May 28, 2012 at 06:43 PM
Wow, this makes me want to go red! Your hair is GORGEOUS!
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Posted by: Vivi K | May 28, 2012 at 06:46 PM
Katie's hair is absolutely gorgeous. (:
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Posted by: Jessa | May 28, 2012 at 06:50 PM
Love this post! I have naturally red hair, but have been thinking about brightening it up/going a little darker red. What brand of color does Katie use?
xx
Kat
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Posted by: rebelrousher | May 28, 2012 at 06:50 PM
There is also a product with color concentrate in it to freshen up the color in between retouches... Try Aveda's Madder Root Shampoo and Conditioner. You can use it once or twice a week depending on the intensity of your red locks. Shampoo, rinse, condition and do the rest of your routine (shave, wash your body, etc) then rinse! Helped me keep my red hair looking fresh without damage.
Posted by: Ashley | May 28, 2012 at 07:10 PM
Awesome! I know I wash my hair too much because it gets so oily...
Posted by: Christen DeGonzague | May 28, 2012 at 07:34 PM
mine never lasts over a week! sadness!
Posted by: paula | May 28, 2012 at 07:37 PM
Where did her dress come from? I love it!
Posted by: Nikki | May 28, 2012 at 07:52 PM
Oh I'm sorry. The blue one. :P
Posted by: Nikki | May 28, 2012 at 07:53 PM
I love the tips, but I was wondering what "invisible" dry shampoos you've found...I don't dye my hair, but I do have super curly dark hair, and the dry shampoo always shows, and I can't brush it through...do you have suggestions?
love the blog!
Posted by: Annie | May 28, 2012 at 07:54 PM
As a redhead, I know just how tough it can be to hold onto my hair color. Dry shampoo has been my saving grace as well. Redheaded bloggers unite!
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Posted by: Courtney | May 28, 2012 at 07:56 PM
Great tips! Anyone thinking about going red needs to read these and to know that red is VERY hard to maintain -- it takes time, commitment and $$$!! I have been red for 12 years...but it takes a visit to my colorist every 3 weeks to keep the color fresh!
Posted by: Kathy | May 28, 2012 at 08:03 PM
She has such beautiful hair! I am going to have to share this with my cousin because she has trouble with this :) Wonderful post, thanks!
Posted by: Stephanie | May 28, 2012 at 08:08 PM
Christine, here's a tutorial-
http://abeautifulmess.typepad.com/my_weblog/2011/06/how-to-style-a-summertime-twist.html
Shannon, these tips will work for anyone who dyes their hair and wants to keep the color longer. Not sure about natural ways to keep hair light when it isn't dyed, though. :)
XOXO!
Posted by: elsie | May 28, 2012 at 08:08 PM
i've always wanted to try red/auburn hair but i'm afraid of dying mine (virgin hair alert, yes i haven't tried dying even once!). i have black hair. i so envy Katie's hair color!
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Posted by: Ea | May 28, 2012 at 08:38 PM
wow.. cool. i love the idea.. :) http://lovesimplegreen.blogspot.com/
Posted by: irene wibowo | May 28, 2012 at 08:55 PM
Her hair is SO gorgeous!!!
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Posted by: shannon | May 28, 2012 at 08:58 PM
Gorgeous photos- and hair!
Posted by: annamaria potamiti | May 28, 2012 at 08:59 PM