Many Puerto Rican women are embracing honey blonde hair natural shades because they flatter the skin and stay softer than platinum silver ash blonde hair.
But the challenge — heat, sun, and humidity fade your color fast.
Here’s your detailed list for keeping that glow intact all year.
Ways to Maintain Natural Blonde Hair Color?
Bleaching natural hair honey blonde is tricky. Do not use ammonia lightener and after dyeing, rinse your hair with a shampoo and conditioner that are both sulfate-free.
The healthier your hair, the longer your hair color will stay. It will also be less likely to break, especially if you want to give the impression that your honey blonde hair with highlights is always fresh. Two main steps that you should always remember before bleaching are:
- Using a protein-rich treatment will help your hair strong and restore elasticity.
- Try to wait around six to eight weeks between touch-ups. That break gives your hair time to rest and stay healthy.
Eliminate Brassiness Fast
Use GK Hair Silver Bombshell Shampoo once or twice a week.
Some tips to maintain your honey blonde:
- Use a moisturizing shampoo for alternate washes. It will not let your honey blonde fade and will also give you softness.
- It’s important to wet your hair before putting the product on. Let it work for three to five minutes so that you do not tone your hair too much.
Intensely Hydrate for a Shine That Lasts
Tropical sun and humidity pull moisture out fast. Daily use of GK Hair Shield Shampoo and Conditioner protects your blonde from sun rays and GK Hair Leave-In Bombshell Cream prevents brassiness. Oxidative stress from UV light weakens cuticles, causing faster fading.
In the event of very high humidity, the leave-in conditioner should be used on the mid-lengths and ends on a daily basis.
Use cold water to rinse your hair and close the cuticles, ensuring that the moisture stays.
Reset Your Hair With a Gentle Clarifier
Mineral buildup caused by water, sunscreen and styling products should be removed by using GK Hair pH+ Shampoo at least once a week. Hair that is thoroughly cleansed will be able to effectively absorb hair treatments.
More tips to follow:
- Don't use it every day; over-clarifying your hair will remove the oils that are naturally in it.
- A moisture-restoring deep-conditioning treatment should be used after the clarifying treatment.
Keep Your Shade Fresh With Professional-Grade Treatments
Use GK Hair Lock Me Color Masque weekly to seal in color and prevent UV fading. Booking regular touch-ups at a trusted honey blonde hair salon can also help maintain color.
If you want your hair to have a more noticeable glow, use GK Hair Nanoplastia Hair Treatment. This product will help smoothen and strengthen the hair, making your honey blonde last longer.
- Color tends to fade the most at the mid-lengths and ends, so these are the areas you should apply the masque.
- A wide-tooth comb is the best tool to use if you want to spread the product evenly.
Sun, Salt, and Sweat Defense Secrets
The sun can harm your honey blonde hair faster, so it’s necessary to apply a UV-protection product before going out.
Hair that is styled in loose braids, buns, or twists is not only pretty but also safe from the sun. They lower the amount of direct contact that the hair has with the surrounding air, which is the primary reason for the cuticle of hair being damaged.
This protective style remains intact because your hair is less exposed to weather, and the moisture cannot break the cuticle.
- After swimming, rinse immediately with clean water. The process gets rid of the residues of drying agents that may cause the cuticle layer to be damaged and the hair integrity to be decreased.
- Follow up with a lightweight leave-in conditioner to restore hydration and maintain strand integrity.
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Damage-Free Styling Hacks
Low-heat styling preserves honey blonde hair vibrancy. Use adjustable temperature tools and always apply GK Hair ThermalStyleHer Cream. If your goal is to make your hair look smooth and get rid of frizz, short sections of your hair should be blow-dried with the nozzle facing down.
- An Argan Oil Serum will add shine to your hair and provide antioxidant support.
- Freshen your curls or waves up by misting the hair and scrunching it. No heat needed.
- Make your honey blonde hair natural last a long time by limiting the use of hot tools.
Troubleshoot Common Color Problems
- Washing your hair often will result in your dye fading faster.
- Only place leave-in conditioner on the ends of your hair to not weigh it down.
- Heat protectant is a must when using any hot tools.
Note: Take a break in between dyeing and bleaching. Your hair also needs to rest.
Keep up Good Hair Care Habits
- Get a hair cut every six to eight weeks.
- Avoid rinsing with hot water and instead, use cold water.
- Pat your wet hair with a microfiber instead of rubbing it when wet.
- Only use hot tools on special occasions.
- Adjust your hair care products depending on the season.
Wrap Up
Your honey blonde hair natural tone can stay glossy and bright with these steps. Explore GK Hair’s Blonde Care Range to keep your honey blonde vibrant and healthy.
