While it has been said that red hair color, in all its glorious, vibrant beauty, is the last color to leave the hair, but the first to fade, do not—we repeat do NOT—let this keep you from booking that Allover Color Service to get the drop-dead red hair you’ve been dreaming so hard about. You and that hair were made for each other, and such a hair love story deserves to stay looking salon-fresh long after you’ve left the salon.
That’s why we’re going to let you in on a little secret: In addition to adding a Color Lock treatment during your service, which is a great way to extend the life of your color for up to 22 washes, there’s also a product you can take home for post-service color protection! Actually, there are four, and they’re all part of KEVIN.MURPHY’s EVERLASTING.COLOUR Line. Lead Stylist Molly is telling us all about them, including which one she most recommends.
Q: Why should people know about the EVERLASTING.COLOUR line?
This is a line I love for any of my color clients, but definitely my redheads! Not only does it go above and beyond with color retention, but I feel like the hair is given this amazing glossy candy coating without weighing anything down. The shampoo and conditioner are awesome for every wash use, and the leave-in conditioner is the perfect all-in-one product for low-maintenance clients who want to wash and go. It’s also a great prep spray for someone who is layering other styling products or using heat on their hair.
Q: Can you give us a product breakdown?
EVERLASTING.COLOUR WASH
The EVERLASTING.COLOUR WASH provides a gentle cleanse that won’t strip color and adds shine. The pH-sealing technology closes the hair cuticle so color stays in and minerals that cause discoloration stay out. This is also a great product for color clients with hard water and can be used for every wash.
EVERLASTING.COLOUR RINSE
EVERLASTING.COLOUR RINSE locks in color and creates a protective barrier around the hair. It adds shine and nourishment without being heavy. This can be used following EVERLASTING.COLOUR WASH and should be left on for 1-2 minutes before rinsing.
EVERLASTING.COLOUR LEAVE-IN
The EVERLASTING.COLOUR LEAVE-IN is a lightweight treatment that goes on damp hair after shampooing and conditioning. It helps to preserve color vibrancy and repair broken bonds within the hair, and is also a great detangler, helps with moisture, and has a thermal protectant in it. This is my favorite product for clients who don’t like using a lot of products!
EVERLASTING.COLOUR TREATMENT
The EVERLASTING.COLOUR TREATMENT is a deep conditioner you can do in the salon or at home. It’s that extra step to get the most longevity out of color and is something I would recommend after any color service, but especially for those who are prone to fading or breakage.
Q: Do they have to be used together to be effective?
For maximum benefits, I recommend using the whole line—WASH, RINSE, and LEAVE-IN regularly, and then the deep conditioning TREATMENT monthly (or in-salon after a color service).
Q: If I can’t get the whole line, which ones should I focus on?
I would recommend the WASH and RINSE for anyone with color-treated hair who is looking to maximize longevity. The LEAVE-IN conditioner is also a great standalone product since it provides weightless moisture and shine while protecting from heat and is also an awesome detangler.
You can purchase all of these products in any Ginger & Maude hair salon or online at gingerandmaude.com.
P.S. We’re serious about you and that red hair, and we have the perfect stylist in mind.