There’s just
something special about brown hair—doesn’t it look prettier the longer
you stare at it? We think so! If you are a brunette (whether naturally
or via dyeing), it’s important to take great care of your tresses to
help keep it looking and feeling its best. From a daily and weekly
routine, to regular trims and color processing, there are quite a few
steps you can take to help ensure you’re keeping your brown hair in
tip-top shape. Want to know exactly how to do that? Below, we share the
top tips to help achieve a head-turning brunette mane. Follow along,
brown-haired ladies of the world!
[post_ads_2]1. Add Dimension with Highlights and Lowlights
When it comes to beauty trends these
days, it’s all about depth and dimension. Whether it’s your hair color
or your makeup, a single shade is rarely the way to go. Rather, experts
typically recommend incorporating an array of complementary shades that
can pair together for one cohesive monochrome look that’s full of
movement. As far as hair color goes, that means asking your colorist for
a series of highlights a few shades lighter than your natural brown
color, as well as a series of lowlights that are a couple of shades
darker. When getting your coloring process, you want to make sure that
your colorist uses a balayage
technique so that your dimension is as natural-looking as
possible—after all, the last thing you want is a chunky look. The
balayage technique involves a colorist hand painting highlights onto
your hair to areas that the sun would hit.
2. Use a Nourishing System of Shampoo and Conditioner
Regardless of whether you’re a natural or bottle brunette, it’s a good idea to pamper your strands with products like the L’Oréal Paris EverCreme Deep Nourish Shampoo and L’Oréal Paris EverCreme Deep Nourish Conditioner,
which are safe for color-treated hair. The EverCreme Deep Nourish
system gently cleanses and conditions dry brittle hair, replenishing
vital nourishment and deep moisture for silky-soft texture and shine
without weighing hair down. Apply the shampoo to wet hair and massage it
gently into a thick lather. Then follow up with the conditioner,
leaving it on for 1-2 minutes before rinsing out.
[post_ads_2]3. Be Mindful of Heat Styling
Can’t bear to part with your flat iron?
It’s time to give it a break! Excessive heat styling can damage your
hair. Keep your brunette strands looking their best by putting down the
heat tools from time to time. That doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice
style, though. When your hair is wet, apply the L’Oréal Paris Advanced Hairstyle AIR DRY IT Ruffled Body Mousse, flip your hair upside down, and scrunch it, then let it air dry to add definition and texture.
4. Head to the Salon for a Glossing Treatment
Color your hair brown? Then you know
that it’s possible for your hue to end up looking lackluster between dye
jobs. Ask your colorist if a glossing treatment or glaze could help add
some shine back to your hair. Shine on!
[post_ads_2]5. Use a Glossing Mist at Home
What if you don’t have time to hit up the salon for a professional glossing treatment? No worries! After washing with the L’Oréal Paris Hair Expert Nutri-Gloss Shampoo and L’Oréal Paris Hair Expert Nutri-Gloss Conditioner, spritz the L’Oréal Paris Hair Expert Nutri-Gloss High Shine Glossing Mist evenly onto dry hair, reapplying as needed.
6. Protect Your Color
It turns out that exposure to UV rays
can make your color look dull. To help, try using products formulated
with UV filters. And, cover up by throwing on a hat if you know you’ll
be spending time outdoors.
