With the warm season in full throttle, many people; both men and women, consider getting their hair bleached. For many of them, summer is a perfect occasion to try something new with their appearance and going for a full hair makeover is definitely a bold move, especially if you have always had dark hair. The reason why so many people bleach their hair during the summer is not only because it reflects the brightness of the season in a symbolic way and keeps the sunrays away, but also because summertime means for many people holiday time and there is no better time to make a bold style move than on vacation.

Those who lack experience in this field might find it hard not to get their hair bleached, which is something that can be done at a salon, but to maintain it and make sure it looks its best. Keeping your hair looking natural and fresh is something you should definitely go for.

Here are some tips on how you can keep your blond looking natural all summer:

 

 

Shower right

How you shower will have a major impact on how long your blond lasts. If possible, try to go three days without showering after getting a fresh bleach. Your hair might start to look greasy, but waiting to shower is important to make sure the toner has time to settle. Prepare for this step in the bleaching process by talking to someone who has been in cosmetology school and has experience with creative updos. You can even learn more about doing your hair yourself (and why not, others’) by taking a specialized cosmetology course. Schools such as Marinello can offer you all the insight you need when it comes to hair, barbering, skin care and other similar topics.

Back to the shower, you should keep in mind that even after that first shower, it is recommended to avoid washing your hair frequently – it needs time to produce the natural oils that were lost during the bleaching process. Buy a shower cap so you can protect your hair on days you want to wash your body without putting your color at risk – yes, guys can wear shower caps too!

 

 

Protect it from the elements

Bleached hair is already damaged, and leaving it exposed to the elements could damage it even further. Get creative with how you protect your new hair by investing in some hats or caps for days you know you will be spending a lot of time in the sun.

Also, chlorine in pools and other chemicals found in some bodies of water can also cause your color to fade and damage your hair, so try not to get it too wet if you find yourself swimming in a pool. If you feel a trip to the beach isn’t complete without dunking your head under the water, then just rinse your hair with cold water before and after you immerse yourself to help protect your color.

 

 

Wear the right colors

One thing you should consider when you are dyeing or bleaching your hair is that this will affect your overall look, which is why you should reconsider your outfits – wearing the wrong colors can make not only your hair, but your overall look appear dated and tired.

Going blond is a change your whole wardrobe gets to participate in. Take the opportunity to experiment with different color combinations and brightly colored outfits. Wearing colors that compliment your new hair color will help your new look appear complete and natural.

This is why it is always important to know how to choose the best colors for your skin and hair color and to learn how to wear clothes that will flatter your natural features. Knowing this information will allow you to make the best choices when it comes to styling.

 

 

Maintaining your bleached hair will make you hair look better for a longer time. Moreover, knowing how to maintain and how to style it will make you look more polished, more refined and more elegant. And, as we always say, looking good means feeling good, so why not embrace the best style you can?

 

 

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Further reading:

Discover if you are a Spring, a Summer an Autumn or a Winter

Coordinating the colors of your clothes

Choosing your haircut according to your face shape

A guide to the different men’s hair styling products

Choosing colored contact lenses according to your skin tone and hair color

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