How long will this color/treatment last? When should I get my haircut again? These are common questions I get asked at the salon. You spend money and time to get your hair done, so it makes my hairdresser heart happy when you want to take proper care of it! Here are a few things to consider before looking at the maintenance chart:
1. Are you using professional products? This will affect color longevity and overall health of the hair. There are specific products made to maintain colors and treatments.
2. Hair grows on average 1/2 inch a month. If your hair grows faster you may notice roots sooner. If your hair grows slower you can wait a little longer between appointments.
3. How often do you wash your hair? The more often you wash your hair the faster your color will fade. Every other day is usually best. If you have thick, curly, or dry hair you can go longer in between shampoos. If you have finer hair or get oily quickly you may have to shampoo everyday.
HAIRCUT
Short: 2-6 weeks
Medium/Long: 4-8 weeks
Growing Out Length: 6-10 weeks
TREATMENT
Keratin Smoothing Treatment: Lasts 3-4 months
Olaplex Treatment: Should be done with every lightening or toning service, maintain with weekly in-home treatment
COLOR
Permanent Color/ Gray Coverage: 4-6 weeks
Highlights: 6-8 weeks
Balayage: 10-15 weeks
Toner: 4 weeks
Platinum: 4-6 weeks (has to be less than an inch of new growth to avoid banding)
Dark Vivids: 4 weeks
Pastel Vivids: 2 weeks