Permed and Straightened Hair Care

Your hair is already somewhat damaged from perming or straightening. Keep in mind that permed or straightened hair is more porous than normal hair, so it absorbs dyes more quickly.

Your hair is already somewhat damaged from perming or straightening. If you feel you must color it too, use the gentlest process possible. Highlighting and changes of more than about two shades are best done by a professional colorist. If you want to try it on your own, use a gentle semipermanent color or a temporary one and carefully follow the directions. Keep in mind that permed or straightened hair is more porous than normal hair, so it absorbs dyes more quickly. Always do a strand test to get the timing right.