Vanishing brassy hair tones
Do you have unwanted yellow strands of hair that you have no idea how to get rid of?
Well look no further, you have come to the right place where we will discuss our favourite products we use to get rid of brassiness.
Why does your hair become brassy?
Hair can become brassy due to the interaction between the hair dye and underlying pigments in the hair. Some reasons why this may occur are:
Natural hair pigments: When hair is lightened, especially if it’s naturally dark, the underlying pigments (red, orange and yellow) become more visible. These warm tones can contribute to a brassy or orange appearance, especially if the hair wasn’t lightened enough to neutralise them.
Incomplete lightening: If the hair isn’t lightened to the desired level, the remaining natural pigments can create a brassy tone. Achieving a true blonde colour often requires a lifting the hir to a pale yellow or almost white shade to neutralise the underlying warmth.
Mineral buildup: hard water, chlorine and other minerals in the water can lead to a buildup on the hair, causing it to turn brassy over time. These minerals can react with the hair colour and alter its tone.
Product residue: residue from styling products or certain shampoos can also contribute to brassiness. It’s essential to use products specifically designed for colour treated hair to maintain the integrity of the colour.
Sun exposure: exposure to UV rays from the sun can lead to colour fading and brassiness.
To prevent or minimise brassiness, it’s important to follow proper hair care practices, this may include using a purple or blue toning shampoo to counteract unwanted warm tones, protecting the hair from sun exposure, and regularly deep conditioning to maintain hair health.
Access Hair’s favourite toning products:
UNITE Blonda Fix Masque
This deeply reparative, ultra violet6 treatment will have blonde hair looking healthier and brighter, and feeling smoother and stronger in just one use.
Benefits
- Weekly use to tone blonde, grey and highlighted hair
- helps prevent colour retention
- Prevents future chemical, thermal and mechanical damage
- Safe for extensions and colour treated hair
- Paraben and sulphate free
- Vegan and cruelty free
Revlon 1022 Nutricolor Toner
Revlon nutri colour creme provides an instant hair colour combined with a nourishing hair treatment
Benefits
- Intensely pigmented hair treatment that adds colour
- contains provitamin b5 and grapeseed oil for rich nourishment
- Ionic pigments reduce static
UNITE Blonda Toning Shampoo
This shampoo gently cleanses while toning it is perfect for those who have blonde, gray or any toned hair and want to keep their vibrant colour cool and reduce brassiness.
Benefits
- No added parabens or sodium chloride
- reduces brassiness in blonde, grey or any tone
Pravana Perfect Blonde Toning Masque
The perfect weekly hair treatment for blondes, deeply nourishing and transforming hair in less than five minutes. this treatment is perfect for blonde hair that has been left brittle and in need of some love due to the lightening process. Thanks to its exclusive dual violet dye system and optical brighteners, this luxurious treatment instantly neutralizes unwanted yellow tones and kicks brassiness aside, leaving hair looking and feeling healthy and revitalized.
Benefits
- Deeply nourishing formula infuses strength, incredible shine and moisture into hair
- perfect for blonde hair that has been left brittle and in need of some love due to the lightening process
In conclusion vanishing brassy hair tones is achievable with the right techniques and products. Understanding the causes of brassiness is key to preventing and correcting it. By incorporating colour correcting shampoos and conditioners you can neutralise unwanted warm tones and maintain the desired cool shade. Regularly deep conditioning and protecting your hair from environmental factors like sun exposure and hard water can also help preserve your hair colour. Embrace these strategies and enjoy the confidence that comes with having your perfect hair colour.